Figure 4-21. Adjuster assembly. disassembly and

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(3) Refer to figure 4-20 and remove brake

shoes as follows:

(a) Disconnect three springs from brake shoes.

(b) Disconnect brake shoes from wheel

cylinder and lift brake shoes and attached adjuster

assembly and cylinder links from backing plate.

from adjuster assembly and remove adjuster assembly

from brake shoes.

(d) Remove pins securing cylinder links to

brake shoes and remove links.

(e) Disassemble

adjuster

assembly

removing two screws (5, fig. 4-21), nuts (6) and washers

(3 and 4). Separate slide assemblies (1)

Slide assembly

Nylon washer

Washer

Lock washer

Screw

Nut

Figure 4-21. Adjuster assembly. disassembly and

assembly.

c. Cleaning and Inspection.

(1) Inspect linings on shoes for wear, dirt,

grease, and brake fluid.

(2) Clean linings to remove foreign matter. 13)

Inspect brake drums in wheels for cracks, deep

scratches, and other defects.

(4) If linings are worn to less than 1/8 inch or if

linings are saturated with fluid or grease, replace shoes.

(5) Inspect brake shoes for wear, cracks or

other damage.

(6) Inspect return springs for broken, nicked or

fatigued coils.

d. Installation.

Caution: Brake shoes are free floating and self-

adjusting. Check for obstructions during installation that

could interfere with floating action.

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