Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 239

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DRUM BRAKES 5 - 67
(7) Remove adjuster screw assembly (Fig. 8).
(8) Remove secondary brakeshoe holddown spring,
pin and retainers. Then remove adjuster lever, spring
and spring retainer assembly (Fig. 8). It is not nec­
essary to disassemble adjuster lever components un­
less they are worn, or damaged.
(9) Disconnect parking brake cable from lever at­
tached to secondary brakeshoe (Fig. 8). Then remove
brakeshoe.
(10) If brakeshoes are to be replaced, remove E-clip
attaching parking brake lever to secondary brake-
shoe and remove lever (Fig. 8).
(11) Inspect wheel cylinder. If leakage is evident,
remove and overhaul cylinder. Refer to overhaul pro­
cedure in this section.
BRAKESHOE INSTALLATION (13-INCH BRAKE)
(1) Clean support plate with Mopar brake cleaner.
Then smooth shoe contact pads with wire brush or
emery cloth.
(2) Lubricate adjuster levers and anchor pin and
shoe contact surfaces on support plate with Mopar
multi-mileage grease, or high temp bearing grease.
(3) Clean and check operation of both adjuster
screw assemblies. Replace either assembly if threads
are heavily rusted, corroded, or damaged. Make sure
each screw assembly rotates freely. Then lubricate
adjuster screw threads with Mopar spray lube.
(4) Attach parking brake lever to secondary brake-
shoe. Use new E-clip to secure lever to shoe. If lever
is secured with U-clip, pinch new clip together with
channel lock pliers to secure it.
RETAINERS' ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY J9405-65
Fig. 8 Drum Brake Components (13-inch Brake)