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Wheel Cylinder

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNING
Clean, high quality brake fluid is essential to the safe and proper operation of the brake system. You should always buy the highest quality brake fluid that is available. If the brake fluid becomes contaminated, drain and flush the system, then refill the master cylinder with new fluid. Never reuse any brake fluid. Any brake fluid that is removed from the system should be discarded.

  1. Raise and support the front end on jackstands.
  2. Remove the brake drum and shoes.
  3. Disconnect the brake line at the wheel cylinder and plug it.
  4. Remove the attaching nuts from behind the backing plate and remove the wheel cylinder.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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