BR1542
R01564
BR1540
SST
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BRAKE
REAR DRUM BRAKE
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2002 CAMRY REPAIR MANUAL (RM881U)
12.
INSPECT REAR DRUM BRAKE SHOE LINING
THICKNESS
(a)
Using a ruler, measure the shoe lining thickness.
Standard thickness:
5.0 mm (0.197 in.)
Minimum thickness: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
If the thickness is less than the minimum, or shows signs of un-
even wear, replace the brake shoes.
HINT:
If any of the brake shoes have to be replaced, replace all of the
rear brake shoes in order to maintain even braking.
13.
INSPECT BRAKE DRUM AND REAR DRUM BRAKE
SHOE LINING FOR PROPER CONTACT
(a)
Apply chalk to the inside surface of the drum, then grind
drum the brake shoe lining to fit.
If the contact between the drum and the shoe lining is improper,
repair it using a brake shoe grinder or replace the brake shoe
assembly.
14.
REMOVE LH, FRONT OR UPPER REAR WHEEL
BRAKE CYLINDER ASSY
(a)
Using SST, disconnect the brake tube, use a container to
catch brake fluid.
SST
09751–36011
(b)
Remove the 2 bolts and wheel cylinder.
15.
REMOVE REAR WHEEL CYLINDER CUP KIT
(a)
Remove the 2 cylinder dust boots from the wheel cylinder.
(b)
Remove the 2 pistons and compression spring.
(c)
Remove the 2 cups from the each piston.
16.
INSPECT BRAKE WHEEL CYLINDER
(a)
Check the cylinder bore and piston for rust or scoring.
17.
REMOVE REAR DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP
18.
REMOVE REAR DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG
19.
TEMPORARY TIGHTEN REAR DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG
20.
INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP