Dodge R1500 1999 Service Manual page 361

threads. Right side assembly has right-hand threads.
Installation
1) Lubricate and assemble adjustment star wheel. Apply thin
film of multipurpose grease to shoe contact pads on support plate.
Assemble lower shoe-to-shoe spring, adjustment star wheel and both
shoes. Position shoe assembly on support plate.
2) Attach parking brake cable to lever using NEW "U" clip or
"E" clip. Install shoe hold-down pins, springs and retainers. Install
upper shoe-to-shoe spring. Position adjusting lever return spring on
pivot. Install adjusting lever. Route cable, and connect it to
adjuster. Install drum assembly and wheel. Adjust brakes. See REAR
BRAKE SHOES under ADJUSTMENTS.
WHEEL CYLINDERS
Removal & Installation
1) Remove wheel, drum and brake shoes. Inspect boots for
damage and signs of leakage. Disconnect and plug hydraulic brakeline
from wheel cylinder. Remove attaching bolts, and remove cylinder. See
Fig. 5.
2) Apply silicone sealant to cylinder mounting surface, and
position cylinder on support plate. Start brakeline fitting in wheel
cylinder. Install and tighten mounting bolts. Tighten brakeline
fitting. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill
brake fluid reservoir, and bleed hydraulic system. See BLEEDING
PROCEDURES under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
Fig. 5: Exploded View Of Rear Wheel Cylinder (Typical)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
MASTER CYLINDER & RESERVOIR
NOTE: Manufacturer does not recommend overhaul of master cylinder.
Removal and replacement of reservoir and grommets are the
only recommended service procedures. Replace master cylinder
if faulty.