parking brake ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service Owner's Manual

5C±8
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Excessive Brake Pedal TravelAir in hydraulic circuit.Bleed the hydraulic circuit.
Level of brake fluid in the reservoir
too low.Replenish brake fluid reservoir to
specified level and bleed hydraulic
circuit as necessary.
Master cylinder push rod clearance
excessive.Adjust
Leakage in hydraulic system.Correct or replace defective parts.
Brake DragMaster cylinder pistons not returning
correctly.Adjust the stop light switch and
vacuum booster push rod. If
necessary, rebuild.
Restricted brake pipes or hoses.Check for soft hoses or damaged
pipes, and replace with new hoses
and new double±walled steel brake
piping.
Parking brake maladjusted.Adjust
Parking brake lining clearance
insufficient.Adjust
Brake pedal free play insufficient.Adjust the brake pedal height or
power cylinder operating rod.
Piston in the master cylinder sticking.Replace
Piston in the disc brake caliper
sticking.Replace piston seals.
Brake pads sticking in caliper.Clean
Return spring weakened.Replace
Parking brake binding.Overhaul the parking brakes and
correct.
Front hub bearing preload incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Parking brake shoes not returning.Correct or replace the brake back
plate and brake shoe as necessary.
Obstructions in hydraulic circuit.Clean
Rotor warped excessively.Grind or replace.
Rear brake drum distorted.Grind or replace.
Parking cable sticking.Grind or replace.
Grabbing or Uneven Braking Action
(All conditions listed under ªPullsº)Malfunctioning vacuum booster.Check operation and correct as
necessary.
Binding brake pedal mechanism.Check and lubricate, if necessary.
Corroded caliper assembly.Clean and lubricate.
Brake NoisyBrake pads are worn.Replace
Brake pads are hardened.Replace
Brake pads are in poor contact with
rotor.Correct
Brake disc(s) warped, worn or
damaged.Grind or replace.
Disc brake anti±squeak shims
fatigued.Replace
Front hub bearings are loose or
preload is incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Brake disc is rusted.Grind or replace.

5C±10
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Hydraulic Brakes
Filling Master Cylinder Reservoir
CAUTION: Use only specified brake fluid. Do not
use any fluid which contains a petroleum base. Do
not use a container which has been used for
petroleum based fluids or a container which is wet
with water. Petroleum based fluid will cause swelling
and distortion of rubber parts in the hydraulic brake
system. Water mixed with brake fluid lowers the fluid
boiling point. Keep all fluid containers capped to
prevent contamination.
Always fill the master cylinder reservoir when the en-
gine is cold.
Never allow the brake fluid to come in contact with
the painted surfaces.
The master cylinder reservoir must be kept properly
filled to ensure adequate reserve and to prevent air
and moisture from entering the hydraulic system.
However, because of expansion due to heat ab-
sorbed from the brakes and the engine, the reservoir
must not be overfilled. The brake fluid reservoir is on
the master cylinder, which is located under the hood
on the left side of the cowl. Thoroughly clean reser-
voir cap before removal to avoid getting dirt into res-
ervoir. Remove the diaphragm. Add fluid as required
to bring level to the ªMAXº mark on the reservoir
tank. Use ªDOT 3º Hydraulic Brake Fluid. If the fluid
cap diaphragm is stretched, return it to the original
position before installing.
Deterioration of Brake Fluid
Using any other brake fluid than specified or brake fluid
with mineral oil or water mixed in will drop the boiling point
of brake fluid. It may, in turn, result in vapor lock or
deteriorated rubber parts of the hydraulic system. Be sure
to change the brake fluid at specified intervals.
If the rubber parts are deteriorated, remove all the system
parts and clean them with alcohol. Prior to reassembly,
dry the cleaned parts with air to remove the alcohol.
Replace all the hoses and rubber parts of the system.
Leakage of Brake Fluid
With engine idling, set shift lever in the neutral position
and continue to depress brake pedal at a constant pedal
application force.
Should the pedal stroke become deeper gradually,
leakage from the hydraulic pressure system is possible.
Perform visual inspection for any signs of leakage.
Bleeding Brake Hydraulic System
A bleeding operation is necessary to remove air from the
hydraulic brake system whenever air is introduced into
the hydraulic system. It may be necessary to bleed the
hydraulic system at all four brakes if air has been
introduced through a low fluid level or by disconnecting
brake pipes at the master cylinder. If a brake pipe is
disconnected at one wheel, only that wheel
cylinder/caliper needs to be bled. If the pipes aredisconnected at any fitting located between the master
cylinder and brakes, then the brake system served by the
disconnected pipe must be bled.
1. For 4±Wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS) equipped
vehicle, be sure to remove the ABS main fuse 60A
located at the relay and fuse box before bleeding air. If
you attempt to bleed air without removing the main
fuse, air cannot be let out thoroughly, and this may
cause damage to the hydraulic unit. After bleeding air,
be sure to replace the ABS main fuse back to its
original position.
2. Set the parking brake completely, then start the
engine.
NOTE: The vacuum booster will be damaged if the
bleeding operation is performed with the engine off.
3. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap.
4. Fill the master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
Keep the reservoir at least half full during the air
bleeding operation
5. Always use new brake fluid for replenishment.
6. When replenishing the brake fluid reservoir, carefully
pour in the brake fluid to prevent air bubbles from
entering the brake system.
When the master cylinder is replaced or overhauled,
first bleed the air from the master cylinder, then from
each wheel cylinder and caliper following the
procedures described below.
Bleeding the Master Cylinder
7. Disconnect the rear wheel brake pipe (1) from the
master cylinder.
Check the fluid level and replenish as necessary. If
replenished, leave the system for at least one minute.
8. Depress the brake pedal slowly once and hold it
depressed.
9. Completely seal the delivery port of the master
cylinder with your finger, where the pipe was
disconnected then release the brake pedal slowly.
10. Release your finger from the delivery port when the
brake pedal returns completely.
11. Repeat steps 8 through 10 until the brake fluid comes
out of the delivery port during step 8.
NOTE: Do not allow the fluid level in the reservoir to go
below the half±way mark.
12. Reconnect the brake pipe (1) to the master cylinder
and tighten the pipe.
13. Depress the brake pedal slowly once and hold it
depressed.
14. Loosen the rear wheel brake pipe (1) at the master
cylinder.
15. Retighten the brake pipe, then release the brake
pedal slowly.
16. Repeat steps 13 through 15 until no air comes out of
the port when the brake pipe is loosened
NOTE: Be very careful not to allow the brake fluid to come
in contact with painted surfaces.

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POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Brake Lining
Brake Lining and Associated Parts
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Legend
(1) Wheel and Tire Assembly
(2) Drum
(3) Hold-down Spring and Cup
(4) Hold-down Spring and Cups
(5) Lower Return Spring
(6) Upper (other) Return Spring
(7) Trailing Shoe Assembly with Parking Brake
Lever
(8) Leading Shoe Assembly with Upper (inner)
Return Spring(9) Upper (inner) Return Spring
(10) Auto Adjuster Lever
(11) Parking Brake Lever
(12) Adjuster Assembly
(13) Wave Washer
(14) Retainer
(15) Hold-down Pin
(16) Hold-down Pin
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and support with suitable safety
stands.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly (1).

Refer to
ªWheel and Tiresº in Wheel and Tire
System
section.
3. Remove Drum (2).

If difficulty is encountered in removing the drum:
± Mark the position of the drum to the axle.
± Make sure the parking brake is released.± Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on the outer rim of
the drum and/or around the inner drum. Be careful
to avoid damaging the drum.
4. Remove upper (other) return spring (6) and auto
adjuster lever.
5. Remove lower return spring (5).
6. Remove hold-down spring and cups (4) and
hold-down pin (15).
7. Remove adjuster assembly (12)
8. Remove leading shoe assembly (8) with upper (inner)
return spring (9).

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NOTE: Do not over stretch the return spring.
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9. Remove upper (inner) return spring (9).
10. Remove hold-down spring and cup (3) and hold-down
pin (16).
11. Remove Trailing shoe assembly (7) with parking
brake lever (16).
12. Remove parking brake cable from parking brake lever
(11).
13. Remove retainer (14), wave washer (13), and parking
brake lever (11).
Brake Lining Inspection
Check the shoe assemblies for wear by removing brake
drum.
Replace the shoe assemblies, if lining thickness is less
than 1.0 mm (0.039 in).
The shoe assemblies have a wear indicator that makes a
noise when the linings wear to a degree where
replacement is required.
Minimum limit: 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
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Installation
1. Apply grease lightly to back place A.
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Legend
(1) Place A (3 portions for each side)
2. Install parking brake lever (11), wave washer (13),
and retainer (14).
3. Install trailing shoe assembly (7) with parking brake
lever (16).
4. Install the parking brake cable to parking brake lever
(11).
5. Install hold-down pin (16) and hold-down spring and
cup (3).
6. Install upper (inner) return spring (9).
7. Install leading shoe assembly (8) with upper (inner)
return spring (9).
NOTE: Do not over stretch the return spring.
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8. Install adjuster assembly (12).
9. Install hold-down pin (15) and hold-down spring and
cups (4).

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POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
10. Install lower return spring (5).

Use brake spring tool.
11. Install auto adjuster lever (10).
12. Install upper (outer) return spring (6).

Use brake spring tool.
13. Install brake drum (2).

Adjust the brakes, refer to
Drum Brake Adjustment
in this section.
14. Install wheel and tire assembly (1).

Refer to
ªWheels and Tires º in wheel and Tire
System
section.
Drum Brake Adjustment (4y2 Model)
NOTE: All brakes are self-adjusting. Brakes are adjusted
by repeated stepping on the brake pedal. (After stepping
on the pedal and releasing it, the rear auto adjuster, in the
rear brake, produces a clicking sound.
The same operation should be repeated until the sound
disappears.)
Take the following steps after overhauling the rear brake
assembly.
1. Move the parking brake handle to its fully released
position.
2. Parking cable must be loosened sufficiently. (Loosen
the adjust nut and the lock nut.)
3. Repeat stepping on the brake pedal firmly, and
releasing it until the clicking sound can no longer be
heard.
If the difference between the brake drum inside
diameter and diameter of the brake shoes is adjusted
to be 0,5 mm, the number of times for depressing the
brake pedal can be reduced.
4. Remove the drum. Measure the brake drum inside
diameter and diameter of the brake shoes.
Shoe clearance: 0.25-0.4 mm (0.0098-0.0157 in)
If incorrect, check the brake auto-adjusting system.
5. Rotate the adjust nut until all slack disappears from
the cable. Set the adjust nut.
6. Applying about 30 kg (66 lb) of force, pull the parking
brake handle to its fully set position three or four
times.
7. If the parking brake is properly adjusted, the travel
between the fully disengaged position and the fully
engaged position will be between 9 and 11 notches.
If the traveling range is not within these limits, again
repeat steps 1 through 5.
After adjusting has been done, check to see if the rear
wheel rotates smoothly without drag when turned by
hand.
Servicing The Brake Drum
Whenever the brake drums are removed, they should be
thoroughly cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores,
deep grooves and out-of-round.
Cracked, Scored or Grooved Drum
A cracked drum is unsafe and must be replaced.
Do not attempt to weld a cracked drum.
Smooth any slight scores. Heavy or extensive scoring will
cause excessive brake lining wear, and it will probably be
necessary to machine the drum braking surface.
If the brake linings are slightly worn and the drum is
grooved, the drum should be polished with fine emery
cloth but should not be machined. At this stage,
eliminating all the grooves in the drum and smoothing the
ridges on the lining would require the removal of too much
metal and lining. If left alone, the grooves and ridges
match and satisfactory service can be obtained. If brake
linings are to be replaced, a grooved drum should be
machined. Using a grooved drum with new linings will
create inefficient braking performance and cause the
linings to wear quicker.
Out-Of-Round Drum
An out-of-round drum makes accurate brake shoe
adjustment impossible and is likely to cause excessive
wear to other parts of the brake mechanism due to its
eccentric action. An out-of-round drum can also cause
severe and irregular tire tread wear as well as a pulsing
brake pedal. When the braking surface of a brake drum
exceeds the specification limit of 0.15 mm (0.006 in) in
out-of-round, the drum should be machined to true up the
braking surface. Out-of-round can be accurately
measured with an inside micrometer fitted with proper
extension rods. When measuring a drum for out-of-round
and wear, take measurements at the open and closed
edges of machines surfaces and at right angles to each
other.
Maximum out-of-round: 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
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POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Diagnosis
Road Testing The Brakes
Brake Test
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake
performance cannot be made if the roadway is wet,
greasy or covered with loose dirt where all tires do not grip
the road equally. Testing will also be adversely affected if
the roadway is crowned so as to throw the weight of the
vehicle toward wheels on one side or if the roadway is so
rough that wheels tend to bounce. Test the brakes at
different vehicle speeds with both light and heavy pedal
pressure; however, avoid locking the wheels and sliding
the tires. Braking without locking the tires will stop the
vehicle in less distance than braking to a skid (which has
no brake efficiency). More tire to road friction is present
while braking without locking the tires than braking to a
skid.
The standard brake system is designed and balanced to
avoid locking the wheels except at very high deceleration
levels.
It is designed this way because the shortest stopping
distance and best control is achieved without brake
lock±up.
Because of high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
External Conditions That Affect Brake Performance
1. Tires: Tires having unequal contact and grip on the
road will cause unequal braking. Tires must be
equally inflated, identical in size, and the thread
pattern of right and left tires must be approximately
equal.
2. Vehicle Loading: A heavily loaded vehicle requires
more braking effort.
3. Wheel Alignment: Misalignment of the wheels,
particularly in regard to excessive camber and caster,
will cause the brakes to pull to one side.
Brake Fluid Leaks
With engine running at idle and the transmission in
ªNeutralº, depress the brake pedal and hold a constant
foot pressure on the pedal. If pedal gradually falls away
with the constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be
leaking.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight drop in
the reservoir level will result from normal lining wear, an
abnormally low level in reservoir indicates a leak in the
system. The hydraulic system may be leaking internally
as well as externally. Refer to
Master Cylinder Inspection.
Also, the system may appear to pass this test but still
have slight leakage. If fluid level is normal, check the
vacuum booster push rod length. If an incorrect length
push rod is found, adjust or replace the push rod. Check
the brake pedal travel and the parking brake adjustment.
When checking the fluid level, the master cylinder fluid
level may be lower than the ªMAXº mark if the front and
rear linings are worn. This is normal.
Warning Light Operation
When the ignition switch is in the START position, the
ªBRAKEº warning light should turn on and go off when the
ignition switch returns to the ON position.
The following conditions will activate the ªBRAKEº light:
1. Parking brake applied. The light should be on
whenever the parking brake is applied and the ignition
switch is on.
2. Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master cylinder
will turn the ªBRAKEº light on.
3. During engine cranking the ªBRAKEº light should
remain on. This notifies the driver that the warning
circuit is operating properly.

5C±68
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Brake DragMaster cylinder pistons not returning
correctly.Adjust the stop light switch and
vacuum booster push rod. If
necessary, rebuild.
Restricted brake pipes or hoses.Check for soft hoses or damaged
pipes, and replace with new hoses
and new double±walled steel brake
piping.
Parking brake maladjusted.Adjust
Parking brake lining clearance
insufficient.Adjust
Brake pedal free play insufficient.Adjust the brake pedal height or
power cylinder operating rod.
Piston in the master cylinder sticking.Replace
Piston in the disc brake caliper
sticking.Replace piston seals.
Brake pads sticking in caliper.Clean
Return spring weakened.Replace
Parking brake binding.Overhaul the parking brakes and
correct.
Front hub bearing preload incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Parking brake shoes not returning.Correct or replace the brake back
plate and brake shoe as necessary.
Obstructions in hydraulic circuit.Clean
Rotor warped excessively.Grind or replace.
Rear brake drum distorted.Grind or replace.
Parking cable sticking.Grind or replace.
Grabbing or Uneven Braking Action
(All conditions listed under ªPullsº)Malfunctioning vacuum booster.Check operation and correct as
necessary.
Binding brake pedal mechanism.Check and lubricate, if necessary.
Corroded caliper assembly.Clean and lubricate.
Brake NoisyBrake pads are worn.Replace
Brake pads are hardened.Replace
Brake pads are in poor contact with
rotor.Correct
Brake disc(s) warped, worn or
damaged.Grind or replace.
Disc brake anti±squeak shims
fatigued.Replace
Front hub bearings are loose or
preload is incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Brake disc is rusted.Grind or replace.

5C±70
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Hydraulic Brakes
Filling Master Cylinder Reservoir
CAUTION: Use only specified brake fluid. Do not
use any fluid which contains a petroleum base. Do
not use a container which has been used for
petroleum based fluids or a container which is wet
with water. Petroleum based fluid will cause swelling
and distortion of rubber parts in the hydraulic brake
system. Water mixed with brake fluid lowers the fluid
boiling point. Keep all fluid containers capped to
prevent contamination.
Always fill the master cylinder reservoir when the en-
gine is cold.
Never allow the brake fluid to come in contact with
the painted surfaces.
The master cylinder reservoir must be kept properly
filled to ensure adequate reserve and to prevent air
and moisture from entering the hydraulic system.
However, because of expansion due to heat ab-
sorbed from the brakes and the engine, the reservoir
must not be overfilled. The brake fluid reservoir is on
the master cylinder, which is located under the hood
on the left side of the cowl. Thoroughly clean reser-
voir cap before removal to avoid getting dirt into res-
ervoir. Remove the diaphragm. Add fluid as required
to bring level to the ªMAXº mark on the reservoir
tank. Use ªDOT 3º Hydraulic Brake Fluid. If the fluid
cap diaphragm is stretched, return it to the original
position before installing.
Deterioration of Brake Fluid
Using any other brake fluid than specified or brake fluid
with mineral oil or water mixed in will drop the boiling point
of brake fluid. It may, in turn, result in vapor lock or
deteriorated rubber parts of the hydraulic system. Be sure
to change the brake fluid at specified intervals.
If the rubber parts are deteriorated, remove all the system
parts and clean them with alcohol. Prior to reassembly,
dry the cleaned parts with air to remove the alcohol.
Replace all the hoses and rubber parts of the system.
Leakage of Brake Fluid
With engine idling, set shift lever in the neutral position
and continue to depress brake pedal at a constant pedal
application force.
Should the pedal stroke become deeper gradually,
leakage from the hydraulic pressure system is possible.
Perform visual inspection for any signs of leakage.
Bleeding Brake Hydraulic System
A bleeding operation is necessary to remove air from the
hydraulic brake system whenever air is introduced into
the hydraulic system. It may be necessary to bleed the
hydraulic system at all four brakes if air has been
introduced through a low fluid level or by disconnecting
brake pipes at the master cylinder. If a brake pipe is
disconnected at one wheel, only that wheel
cylinder/caliper needs to be bled. If the pipes are
disconnected at any fitting located between the master
cylinder and brakes, then the brake system served by the
disconnected pipe must be bled.
1. For 4±Wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS) equipped
vehicle, be sure to remove the ABS main fuse 60A
located at the relay and fuse box before bleeding air. If
you attempt to bleed air without removing the main
fuse, air cannot be let out thoroughly, and this may
cause damage to the hydraulic unit. After bleeding air,
be sure to replace the ABS main fuse back to its
original position.
2. Set the parking brake completely, then start the
engine.
NOTE: The vacuum booster will be damaged if the
bleeding operation is performed with the engine off.
3. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap.
4. Fill the master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
Keep the reservoir at least half full during the air
bleeding operation
5. Always use new brake fluid for replenishment.
6. When replenishing the brake fluid reservoir, carefully
pour in the brake fluid to prevent air bubbles from
entering the brake system.
When the master cylinder is replaced or overhauled,
first bleed the air from the master cylinder, then from
each wheel cylinder and caliper following the
procedures described below.
Bleeding the Master Cylinder
7. Disconnect the rear wheel brake pipe (1) from the
master cylinder.
Check the fluid level and replenish as necessary. If
replenished, leave the system for at least one minute.
8. Depress the brake pedal slowly once and hold it
depressed.
9. Completely seal the delivery port of the master
cylinder with your finger, where the pipe was
disconnected then release the brake pedal slowly.
10. Release your finger from the delivery port when the
brake pedal returns completely.
11. Repeat steps 8 through 10 until the brake fluid comes
out of the delivery port during step 8.

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POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Brake Lining
Brake Lining and Associated Parts
305RW001
Legend
(1) Wheel and Tire Assembly
(2) Drum
(3) Hold-down Spring and Cup
(4) Hold-down Spring and Cups
(5) Lower Return Spring
(6) Upper (other) Return Spring
(7) Trailing Shoe Assembly with Parking Brake
Lever
(8) Leading Shoe Assembly with Upper (inner)
Return Spring(9) Upper (inner) Return Spring
(10) Auto Adjuster Lever
(11) Parking Brake Lever
(12) Adjuster Assembly
(13) Wave Washer
(14) Retainer
(15) Hold-down Pin
(16) Hold-down Pin
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle and support with suitable safety
stands.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly (1).

Refer to
Wheel and Tires in Wheel and Tire System
section.
3. Remove Drum (2).

If difficulty is encountered in removing the drum:
± Mark the position of the drum to the axle.
± Make sure the parking brake is released.± Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on the outer rim of
the drum and/or around the inner drum. Be careful
to avoid damaging the drum.
4. Remove upper (other) return spring (6) and auto
adjuster lever.
5. Remove lower return spring (5).
6. Remove hold-down spring and cups (4) and
hold-down pin (15).
7. Remove adjuster assembly (12)
8. Remove leading shoe assembly (8) with upper (inner)
return spring (9).

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NOTE: Do not over stretch the return spring.
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9. Remove upper (inner) return spring (9).
10. Remove hold-down spring and cup (3) and hold-down
pin (16).
11. Remove Trailing shoe assembly (7) with parking
brake lever (16).
12. Remove parking brake cable from parking brake lever
(11).
13. Remove retainer (14), wave washer (13), and parking
brake lever (11).
Brake Lining Inspection
Check the shoe assemblies for wear by removing brake
drum.
Replace the shoe assemblies, if lining thickness is less
than 1.0 mm (0.039 in).
The shoe assemblies have a wear indicator that makes a
noise when the linings wear to a degree where
replacement is required.
Minimum limit: 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
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Installation
1. Apply grease lightly to back place A.
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Legend
(1) Place A (3 portions for each side)
2. Install parking brake lever (11), wave washer (13),
and retainer (14).
3. Install trailing shoe assembly (7) with parking brake
lever (16).
4. Install the parking brake cable to parking brake lever
(11).
5. Install hold-down pin (16) and hold-down spring and
cup (3).
6. Install upper (inner) return spring (9).
7. Install leading shoe assembly (8) with upper (inner)
return spring (9).
NOTE: Do not over stretch the return spring.
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