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2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2012 BRAKES Drum Brakes - Sierra & Silverado

2012 BRAKES

Drum Brakes - Sierra & Silverado

SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Fastener Tightening Specifications


Specification
Application Metric English
Backing Plate Bolts 135 N.m 100 lb ft
Bleeder Valve 9 N.m 80 lb in
Brake Pipe Fitting 19 N.m 14 lb ft
Wheel Cylinder Bolts 18 N.m 13 lb ft

DRUM BRAKE COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS

Drum Brake Component Specifications


Specification
Brake Drum Specifications Metric English
Maximum Allowable Diameter 296.5 mm 11.673 in
Maximum Allowable Radial Runout 0.06 mm 0.0024 in
Maximum Allowable Scoring 1.5 mm 0.06 in

DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES


BRAKE DRUM DIAMETER MEASUREMENT

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Fig. 1: Measuring Brake Drum


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1. Clean the brake shoe lining contact surface of the brake drum with denatured alcohol or an equivalent
brake cleaner.
2. Using a brake drum micrometer calibrated in thousands of an inch, measure and record the largest
diameter of the brake drum at 4 or more points, equally spaced around the drum.

Ensure that the measurements are only taken within the brake shoe lining contact area and that the
micrometer is positioned the same distance from the outside edge of the drum for each measurement.

3. The maximum allowable diameter :

Specification

Maximum allowable measurement 296.5 mm (11.673 in)

4. If the largest diameter measurement of the brake drum is less than the maximum allowable diameter, the
drum may be able to be resurfaced, depending upon surface and wear conditions which may be present.

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5. If the largest diameter measurement of the brake drum is equal to or greater than the maximum allowable
measurement, the drum requires replacement.

BRAKE DRUM SURFACE AND WEAR INSPECTION

Special Tools

J 8001 Dial Indicator Set, or equivalent

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

1. With the brake drum removed, clean the braking (friction) surface of the brake drum with denatured
alcohol or an equivalent approved brake cleaner.
2. Inspect the braking surface of the brake drum for the following braking surface conditions:
l Heavy rust and/or pitting-Light surface rust can be removed with an abrasive disc. Heavy surface
rust and/or pitting must be removed by refinishing the drum.
l Cracks and/or heat spots

l Excessive blueing discoloration

l Missing balance weights

3. If the braking surface of the brake drum exhibits 1 or more of the braking surface conditions, the drum
requires refinishing or replacement.

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Fig. 2: Measuring Brake Drum


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4. Using a brake drum micrometer calibrated in thousands of an inch, measure and record any grooves
present on the drum braking surface.

Ensure that the measurements are only taken within the brake shoe lining contact area.

5. Compare the groove, scoring, depth recorded to the following specification:

Specification

Brake drum maximum allowable scoring 1.5 mm (0.06 in).

6. If the brake drum scoring depth exceeds the specification, or if an excessive amount of scoring is present,
the drum requires refinishing or replacement.
7. Mount the brake drum on a brake lathe.
8. Mount a dial indicator, J 8001 dial indicator set or equivalent, and position the indicator button so it

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contacts the braking surface of the brake drum at a 90 degree angle, approximately 19 mm (0.75 in) from
the drum's outer edge.
9. Measure and record the radial runout of the brake drum.
1. Rotate the drum until the lowest reading is displayed on the indicator dial, then zero the dial.
2. Rotate the drum until the highest reading is displayed on the dial.
10. Compare the radial runout of the brake drum to the following specification:

Specification

Brake drum maximum allowable radial runout 0.06 mm (0.0024 in).

11. If the brake drum radial runout exceeds the specification, the drum requires refinishing or replacement.

DRUM BRAKE HARDWARE INSPECTION

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

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Fig. 3: Brake Shoe Hold Down Springs


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1. Visually inspect the hold down springs and cups (1) for the following conditions:
l Binding spring coils

l Broken spring coils

l Missing springs

l Missing spring cups

l Bent hold down spring pins

l Broken hold down spring pins

l Excessive corrosion

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Fig. 4: Brake Shoe Lower Spring


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2. Visually inspect the lower brake shoe spring (1) for the following conditions:
l Excessive bending or breakage

l Excessive corrosion

l Loss of spring tension

l Missing

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Fig. 5: Brake Shoe Return Spring


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3. Visually inspect the upper return spring (1) for the following conditions:
l Excessive bending or breakage

l Excessive corrosion

l Loss of spring tension

l Missing

4. If any of the listed conditions were evident, the affected part or parts require replacement.

DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTING HARDWARE INSPECTION

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

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Fig. 6: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Spring


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1. Visually inspect the adjuster actuator spring (1) for the following conditions:
l Excessive stretching, twisting, or binding

l Excessive bending or breakage at any point

l Excessive corrosion

l Missing

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Fig. 7: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Lever


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2. Visually inspect the adjuster actuator lever (1) for the following conditions:
l Excessive bending or breakage

l Excessive wear at the adjuster star wheel engagement point

l Excessively bent or broken actuator spring attachment tab

l Missing

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Fig. 8: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Assembly


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3. Visually inspect the adjuster assembly (1) for the following conditions:
l Bent or broken

l Excessively worn, damaged, or missing actuator engagement teeth

l Seized adjuster screw threads

4. If any of the listed conditions were evident, the affected part or parts require replacement.

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
BRAKE SHOE INSPECTION

Inspect the linings every 9 650 km (6, 000 mi) and any time the wheels are removed (tire rotation, etc.). Inspect
the lining for wear by removing the plug and using the inspection hole. Replace the shoe and lining assemblies
when the thickness of any lining is worn within 0.72 mm (0.030 in) of the shoe. Replace riveted shoe and lining
assemblies when the lining is worn to within 0.76 mm (0.030 in) of any rivet head. Always replace shoe and
lining assemblies as a complete axle set.

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BRAKE DRUM REPLACEMENT

Special Tools

J-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit

Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig. 9: Brake Drum Retainers


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3. Remove and discard the brake drum retainers (1), if equipped.

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Fig. 10: Brake Drum


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4. Remove the brake drum (1).


5. If the brake shoes prevent the brake drum from being removed, retract the brake shoe adjuster. Refer to
Drum Brake Adjustment.

Installation Procedure

1. Using the J-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit, remove any corrosion from the rear axle flange contact
surface.

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Fig. 11: Brake Drum


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2. Install the brake drum (1).


3. Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

BRAKE DRUM REFINISHING

Special Tools

l J 41013 Rotor/Drum Flange Resurfacing Kit


l J 42450-A Hub Cleaning Kit

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

Refinishing Procedure

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1. The brake drums do not require refinishing as part of routine brake system service. Do not refinish brake
drums in an attempt to correct the following conditions:
l Brake system noise (squeal, growl, groan)

l Uneven and/or premature brake lining wear

l Superficial or cosmetic corrosion/rust of the brake drum surface

l Scoring of the brake drum surface (less than the maximum allowable specification)

2. Brake drums should only be refinished if the following conditions exist:


l Excessive corrosion/rust and/or pitting

l Cracks and/or heat spots

l Excessive blueing discoloration

l Scoring of the brake drum surface (in excess of the maximum allowable specification)

l Radial runout in excess of the maximum allowable specification

3. Inspect each of the brake drums and determine if the brake drums can be refinished and remain within the
maximum allowable diameter after refinish specification:
1. With the tire and wheel assemblies removed, measure the diameter of each of the brake drums.
Refer to Brake Drum Diameter Measurement.
2. Inspect each of the brake drums for excessive surface wear and/or radial runout. Refer to Brake
Drum Surface and Wear Inspection.
4. If the brake drums can be refinished, proceed with the rotor refinishing procedure.
5. If necessary, use the J 41013 rotor/drum flange resurfacing kit in order to thoroughly clean any
corrosion/rust from the brake drum flange.
6. Mount the brake drum to the brake lathe according to the lathe manufacturer's instructions.
7. Ensure that any vibration dampening attachments are securely in place.
8. With the brake lathe running, slowly bring in the cutting tool until it just contacts the brake drum friction
surface.
9. Observe the witness mark on the brake drum. If the witness mark extends approximately three-quarters or
more of the way around the brake drum surface, the brake drum is properly mounted to the lathe.
10. If the witness mark does not extend three-quarters or more of the way around the brake drum, re-mount
the brake drum to the lathe.
11. Following the brake lathe manufacturer's instructions, refinish the brake drum.
12. After each successive cut, inspect the brake drum diameter. Refer to Brake Drum Diameter
Measurement.
13. If at any time the brake drum exceeds the maximum allowable diameter after refinish specification, the
brake drum must be replaced.
14. After refinishing the brake drum, use the following procedure in order to obtain the desired non-
directional finish:
1. Follow the brake lathe manufacturer's recommended speed setting for applying a non-directional
finish
2. Using moderate pressure, apply the non-directional finish:
l If the lathe is equipped with a non-directional finishing tool, apply the finish with 120 grit

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aluminum oxide sandpaper.


l If the lathe is not equipped with a non-directional finishing tool, apply the finish with a
sanding block and 150 grit aluminum oxide sandpaper.
3. After applying a non-directional finish, clean the friction surface of the brake drum with denatured
alcohol or an equivalent brake cleaner and wipe the friction surface using a clean shop towel to
remove metal particles remaining from machining. Repeat the cleaning process if necessary to
remove all metal particles.
15. Remove the brake drum from the brake lathe.

NOTE: Failure to clean the corrosion from the wheel bearing flange may result in
increased lateral runout of the brake drum and brake system pulsation.

16. If necessary, use the J 42450-A hub cleaning kit in order to thoroughly clean any corrosion from the
wheel bearing flange.

BRAKE SHOE REPLACEMENT

Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

1. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.

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Fig. 12: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Spring


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2. Remove the brake shoe adjuster actuator lever spring (1).

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Fig. 13: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Lever


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3. Remove the adjuster actuator lever (1).

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Fig. 14: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Assembly


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4. Spread the brake shoes apart slightly and remove the brake shoe adjuster (1).
5. Inspect and replace any missing, worn, or damaged drum brake adjuster hardware. Refer to Drum Brake
Adjusting Hardware Inspection.

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Fig. 15: Brake Shoe Hold Down Springs


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6. Remove the brake shoe hold down springs and cups (1).

Compress the spring and rotate the assembly 1/4 turn to remove from the hold down pins.

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Fig. 16: Brake Shoe Lower Spring


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7. Remove the lower brake shoe spring (1).

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Fig. 17: Primary Brake Shoe


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8. Rotate the primary brake shoe (1) outward, disengage the return spring from the brake shoe web and
remove the primary brake shoe.

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Fig. 18: Brake Shoe Return Spring


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9. Remove the brake shoe return spring.

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Fig. 19: Secondary Brake Shoe


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10. Compress the park brake cable spring, disengage the park brake cable fitting end from the park brake
lever and remove the secondary brake shoe (1).
11. Clean the backing plate and apply high temperature brake lubricant to the brake shoe contact surfaces of
the rear brake backing plate.
12. Inspect and replace any missing, worn, or damaged drum brake hardware. Refer to Drum Brake
Hardware Inspection.

Installation Procedure

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Fig. 20: Secondary Brake Shoe


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1. Compress the park brake cable spring and insert the park brake cable fitting end to the park brake on the
secondary brake shoe (1).

Position the secondary brake shoe to the rear brake backing plate.

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Fig. 21: Brake Shoe Return Spring


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2. Install the brake shoe return spring.

Insert the hook end of the return spring to the brake shoe from behind the web.

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Fig. 22: Primary Brake Shoe


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3. Install the primary brake (1) shoe return spring and position the primary brake shoe to the rear brake
backing plate.

Insert the hook end of the return spring to the brake shoe web from the outer face.

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Fig. 23: Brake Shoe Lower Spring


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4. Install the lower brake shoe spring (1).

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Fig. 24: Brake Shoe Hold Down Springs


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5. Install the brake shoe hold down springs and cups (1).

Compress the spring and rotate the assembly 1/4 turn to install to the hold down pins.

6. Disassemble, clean and lubricate the threads of the brake shoe adjuster with high temperature brake
lubricant.
7. Assemble the brake shoe adjuster.

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Fig. 25: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Assembly


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8. Spread the brake shoes apart slightly and install the brake shoe adjuster (1).

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Fig. 26: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Lever


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9. Install the adjuster actuator lever (1) to the pivot pin on the primary brake shoe.

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Fig. 27: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Spring


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10. Install the brake shoe adjuster actuator lever spring (1).
11. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.

REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE REPLACEMENT

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Fig. 28: Rear Brake Backing Plate


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Rear Brake Backing Plate Replacement


Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement.
4. Remove the wheel cylinder. Refer to Rear Brake Cylinder Replacement.
5. Remove the park brake cable from the brake backing plate. Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable
Replacement - Left Side (JF3, JF7, JG4 With TZ0) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement
- Left Side (JD9) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (J95, J96 Pickup) ,
Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (J90, J96 Chassis Cab) , Parking Brake
Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JF3, JF7, JG4 Without TZ0) , or Parking Brake Rear
Cable Replacement - Right Side (JD9) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side
(JF3, JF7, JG4 Without TZ0) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (J95,
J96 Pickup) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (J90, J96 Chassis Cab) ,
Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (JF3, JF7, JG4 With TZ0) .
6. Remove the rear axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .

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Brake Backing Plate Bolt (Qty: 4)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
135 N.m (100 lb ft)
2 Brake Backing Plate

DRUM BRAKE HARDWARE REPLACEMENT

Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

1. Remove the drum brake adjusting hardware. Refer to Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Replacement.

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Fig. 29: Brake Shoe Hold Down Springs


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2. Remove the brake shoe hold down springs and cups (1).

Compress the spring and rotate the assembly 1/4 turn to remove from the hold down pins.

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Fig. 30: Brake Shoe Lower Spring


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3. Remove the lower brake shoe spring (1).

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Fig. 31: Primary Brake Shoe


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4. Rotate the primary brake shoe (1) outward, disengage the return spring from the brake shoe web and
remove the primary brake shoe.

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Fig. 32: Brake Shoe Return Spring


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5. Remove the brake shoe return spring (1).


6. Inspect and replace any missing, worn, or damaged drum brake hardware. Refer to Drum Brake
Hardware Inspection.

Installation Procedure

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Fig. 33: Brake Shoe Return Spring


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1. Install the brake shoe return spring (1).

Insert the hook end of the return spring to the brake shoe from behind the web.

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Fig. 34: Primary Brake Shoe


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2. Install the primary brake (1) shoe return spring and position the primary brake shoe to the rear brake
backing plate.

Insert the hook end of the return spring to the brake shoe web from the outer face.

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Fig. 35: Brake Shoe Lower Spring


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3. Install the lower brake shoe spring (1).

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Fig. 36: Brake Shoe Hold Down Springs


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4. Install the brake shoe hold down springs and cups (1).

Compress the spring and rotate the assembly 1/4 turn to install to the hold down pins.

5. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.

DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTING HARDWARE REPLACEMENT

Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

1. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.

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Fig. 37: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Spring


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2. Remove the brake shoe adjuster actuator lever spring (1).

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Fig. 38: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Lever


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3. Remove the adjuster actuator lever (1).

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Fig. 39: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Assembly


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4. Spread the brake shoes apart slightly and remove the brake shoe adjuster (1).
5. Inspect and replace any missing, worn, or damaged drum brake adjuster hardware. Refer to Drum Brake
Adjusting Hardware Inspection.

Installation Procedure

1. Disassemble, clean and lubricate the threads of the brake shoe adjuster with high temperature brake
lubricant.
2. Assemble the brake shoe adjuster.

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Fig. 40: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Assembly


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3. Spread the brake shoes apart slightly and install the brake shoe adjuster (1).

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Fig. 41: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Lever


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4. Install the adjuster actuator lever (1) to the pivot pin on the primary brake shoe.

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Fig. 42: Brake Shoe Adjuster Actuator Spring


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5. Install the brake shoe adjuster actuator lever spring (1).


6. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.

REAR BRAKE CYLINDER REPLACEMENT

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Fig. 43: Wheel Cylinder


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Rear Brake Cylinder Replacement


Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

WARNING:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement.
Brake Pipe Fitting

CAUTION:
1 Refer to Fastener Caution .

TIP: Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
Tighten

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19 N.m (14 lb ft)


Wheel Cylinder Bolt (Qty: 2)
2 Tighten
18 N.m (13 lb ft)
Wheel Cylinder

Procedure

1. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System


3 Bleeding (Pressure) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Two-mode
Hybrid) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .
2. Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.
3. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master
Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Two-mode Hybrid) , Master Cylinder
Reservoir Filling (Non-Hybrid) .

DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

Special Tools

l J 21177-A Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gauge


l J 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

NOTE: This procedure must be performed after replacing the brake shoes or whenever
the brake shoes have been removed.

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Fig. 44: Releasing Brake Shoe Adjuster


Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Disable the park brake cable automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Disabling .
4. Remove the brake shoe adjuster access plug from the backing plate.
5. Insert a thin bladed tool (2) through the adjuster access hole in the backing plate until it contacts the
adjuster lever (4).
6. Push the adjuster lever away from the adjuster screw (1).
7. Using a suitable tool (3), rotate the adjuster screw upward.
8. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.

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Fig. 45: Cleaning Mating Surface Of Rear Axle Flange


Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

9. Using the J 42450-A wheel hub resurfacing kit (1), clean the mating surface of the rear axle flange.

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Fig. 46: Measuring Brake Drum


Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

10. Using the J 21177-A drum to brake shoe clearance gauge (1), measure the inside diameter of the brake
drum.

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Fig. 47: Adjusting Rear Brake Shoes


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11. With the set screw (1) locked, place the opposite side of the J 21177-A drum to brake shoe clearance
gauge over the brake shoes.
12. Rotate the brake shoe adjuster screw until the brake shoes just contact the J 21177-A drum to brake shoe
clearance gauge.
13. Inspect the clearance between the brake shoes and the brake drum.

Specification

Approximately 0.76 mm (0.030 in)

14. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.


15. Enable the park brake cable automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Enabling .
16. If necessary, adjust the park brake cable tension. Refer to Parking Brake Adjustment (1500 Drum
Brake Without TZ0) , Parking Brake Adjustment (3500 DRW Without TZ0) , Parking Brake
Adjustment (2500/3500 SRW Without TZ0) , Parking Brake Adjustment (1500 Disc Brake Without

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TZ0) , Parking Brake Adjustment (1500 Drum Brake With TZ0) , Parking Brake Adjustment
(1500 Disc Brake With TZ0) .
17. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
18. Lower the vehicle.

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION


DRUM BRAKE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

System Component Description

The drum brake system consists of the following:

Drum Brake Shoes

Applies mechanical output force (from hydraulic brake wheel cylinders) to friction surface of brake
drums.

Brake Drums

Uses mechanical output force applied to friction surface from drum brake shoes to slow speed of tire and
wheel assembly rotation.

Drum Brake Hardware

Secures drum brake shoes firmly in proper relationship to hydraulic brake wheel cylinders. Enables
sliding motion of brake shoes needed to expand toward friction surface of drums when mechanical output
force is applied; provides return of brake shoes when mechanical output force is relieved.

Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware

Provides automatic adjustment of brake shoes to brake drum friction surface whenever brake apply occurs
during rearward motion of the vehicle.

System Operation

Mechanical output force is applied from the hydraulic brake wheel cylinder pistons to the top of the drum brake
shoes. The output force is then distributed between the primary and secondary brake shoes as the shoes expand
toward the friction surface of the brake drums. The brake shoes apply the output force to the friction surface of
the brake drums, which slows the rotation of the tire and wheel assemblies. The proper function of both the
drum brake hardware and adjusting hardware is essential to the proper distribution of braking force.

SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT


SPECIAL TOOLS

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Illustration Tool Number/Description

J 21177-A
Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gauge

J 38400
Brake Shoe Spanner& Spring Remover

J 41013
Rotor Resurfacing Kit

J 42450-A
Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit

J 8001
Dial Indicator Set

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Fastener Tightening Specifications


Specification
Application Metric English
Backing Plate Bolts 135 N.m 100 lb ft
Bleeder Valve 9 N.m 80 lb in
Brake Pipe Fitting 19 N.m 14 lb ft
Wheel Cylinder Bolts 18 N.m 13 lb ft

Drum Brake Component Specifications


Specification
Brake Drum Specifications Metric English
Maximum Allowable Diameter 296.5 mm 11.673 in
Maximum Allowable Radial Runout 0.06 mm 0.0024 in
Maximum Allowable Scoring 1.5 mm 0.06 in

Rear Brake Backing Plate Replacement


Callout Component Name

WARNING:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement.
4. Remove the wheel cylinder. Refer to Rear Brake Cylinder Replacement.
5. Remove the park brake cable from the brake backing plate. Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable
Replacement - Left Side (JF3, JF7, JG4 With TZ0) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement
- Left Side (JD9) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (J95, J96 Pickup) ,
Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (J90, J96 Chassis Cab) , Parking Brake
Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JF3, JF7, JG4 Without TZ0) , or Parking Brake Rear
Cable Replacement - Right Side (JD9) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side

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(JF3, JF7, JG4 Without TZ0) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (J95,
J96 Pickup) , Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (J90, J96 Chassis Cab) ,
Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Right Side (JF3, JF7, JG4 With TZ0) .
6. Remove the rear axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .
Brake Backing Plate Bolt (Qty: 4)

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

Tighten
135 N.m (100 lb ft)
2 Brake Backing Plate

Rear Brake Cylinder Replacement


Callout Component Name
WARNING:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

WARNING:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement.
Brake Pipe Fitting

CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
1

TIP: Cap the brake pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
Tighten
19 N.m (14 lb ft)
Wheel Cylinder Bolt (Qty: 2)
2 Tighten
18 N.m (13 lb ft)
Wheel Cylinder

Procedure

1. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System

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Bleeding (Pressure) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Two-mode


Hybrid) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .
2. Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.
3
3. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master
Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Two-mode Hybrid) , Master Cylinder
Reservoir Filling (Non-Hybrid) .

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