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Introduction
CAUTION
Older brake pads or shoes may contain asbestos, which has been determined to
be cancer causing agent. Never clean the brake surface with compressed air!
Avoid inhaling any dust from any brake surface! When cleaning brake surfaces,
use a commercially available brake cleaning fluid.
Cirrus, Stratus and Breeze models are equipped with a 2 shoe
(leading/trailing), internal expanding type of rear drum brakes with automatic
self-adjuster mechanisms. The automatic self-adjuster mechanisms used on
these vehicles are new designs and function differently than the screw type
adjusters used in the past. These new self-adjusters are still actuated each
time the vehicle's service brakes are applied. The new adjusters are located
directly below the wheel cylinders.
The Sebring coupe, convertible and Avenger models are equipped with a rear
wheel, 2 shoe (leading/trailing) internally expanding type of drum brakes with
an automatic self-adjuster mechanism. The automatic self-adjuster
mechanism used on these vehicles is the screw type adjuster. The selfadjuster mechanism is actuated each time the vehicle's service brakes are
applied. Generally, drum brakes with a self-adjusting mechanism do not
require manual brake shoe adjustment. Although, in the event that the brake
shoes are replaced, it is advisable to make the initial adjustment manually to
speed up the initial adjustment time. The initial adjustment procedure must
be done prior to driving the vehicle.
Brake Drums
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1.
2.
If the vehicle has high mileage, the brake drums may have a ridge
worn in them by the brake shoes. This ridge causes the brake drum to
interfere with the brake shoes, thereby preventing drum removal.
Clearance can be obtained by backing off the brake's automatic selfadjuster mechanism, using the following procedures.
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3.
For Cirrus, Stratus and Breeze models, use the following procedure:
1.
4.
After removing the rear wheel, pull off the brake drum
5.
To install:
6.
Inspect the brake drum for cracks or signs of overheating. Measure the drum
run-out and diameter. If not to specification, resurface the drum. Run-out
should not exceed 0.006 in. (0.15mm). The diameter variation (oval shape) of
the drum braking surface must not exceed either 0.0025 in. (0.064mm) in 30
degrees of rotation, or 0.0035 in. (0.089mm) in 360 degrees of rotation. All
brake drums are marked with the maximum allowable brake drum diameter on
the face of the drum.
7.
8.
INSPECTION
1.
Inspect the brake drums for cracks, signs of overheating or excessive wear.
2.
The maximum machining diameter is cast into the outer rim of the brake drum
3.
On the Sebring coupe and Avenger models, measure the brake drum's inside
diameter. Wear limit on the brake drum inside diameter is 230.6mm (9.0
inches).
All brake drums are marked with the maximum allowable brake drum
diameter on the face of the drum.
Brake Shoes
INSPECTION
1.
Brake shoe lining thickness measurement-Cirrus, Stratus, Sebring convertible and Breeze
On Sebring coupe and Avenger models, measure the thickness of the brake
shoe lining material only. The minimum brake shoe lining thickness
specification is 3/64 (1.0mm).
3.
If any of the measurements fall below the minimum specifications, replace the
brake shoes.
Thoroughly clean all parts. The brake lining should show contact across the
entire width and from heel to toe; otherwise, replace. Clean and inspect the
4.
brake support plate and the automatic adjuster mechanism. Be sure that the
adjuster mechanism has full movement throughout it adjustment range and
that its teeth should be in good condition. If the adjuster is worn or damaged,
replace it. If the adjuster is serviceable, lubricate the moving parts with hightemperature grease. Check the brake springs. Overheating indications are
paint discoloration or distorted end coils. Replace parts as required.
Remove the actuating spring from the adjuster mechanism and trailing brake shoe
Notice that the hooks on each end of the spring are different, so it can only be installed one way
Remove the retainer and pin attaching the trailing brake shoe assembly to the brake support plate
Use pliers to separate the parking brake cable from the actuating lever
Unlike most actuating levers, this actuator is permanently attached to the shoe by a rivet
Clean the brake shoe contact points of the backing plate ...
2.
4.
Remove the actuating spring from the adjuster mechanism and trailing brake
shoe.
Remove the upper return spring from the brake shoes.
Remove the lower return spring from the brake shoes.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Remove the brake shoe retainer and pin attaching the leading brake shoe
assembly to the brake support plate.
Remove the leading brake shoe and adjuster mechanism as an assembly from
the rear brake support plate. The adjuster mechanism cannot be separated
from the leading brake shoe until the brake shoe and adjuster mechanism is
removed from the support plate.
Remove the trailing brake shoe retainer and pin attaching the trailing brake
shoe assembly to the brake support plate. Remove the trailing brake shoe
assembly.
Sebring Convertible
When removing the rear brake shoes, replace the brake shoes from
only one side of the vehicle at a time. This is due to the automatic
adjustment feature of the parking brake system. If the brake shoes
are removed from both sides of the vehicle at the same time, the
automatic adjuster will remove all slack from the parking brake
cables, which will make brake shoe installation extremely difficult.
1.
2.
3.
Note the location of the automatic adjuster's actuating spring and lever
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Remove the adjusting lever actuating spring from the leading brake shoe.
Remove the automatic adjuster actuating lever from the leading brake shoe.
5.
Thread the adjuster star wheel all the way into the adjuster, which will remove
all tension from the adjuster.
Remove the upper and lower return springs from the brake shoes.
6.
Remove the brake shoe hold-down spring and pin attaching the leading brake
shoe assembly to the brake support plate.
8.
9.
Install the wave washer onto the pin of the parking brake actuating lever
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13. Lubricate the 6 brake shoe contact points and the brake shoe anchor points
with high-temperature grease.
14. Install the wave washer on the pivot pin of the parking brake actuating lever.
15. Install the trailing brake shoe onto the attaching pin of the parking brake
actuating lever.
16. Position the trailing brake shoe onto the brake support plate and be sure the
trailing brake shoe is squarely seated on the support plate shoe contact areas
and install the brake shoe hold-down spring on the hold-down pin.
17. Install the parking brake actuating lever-to-trailing brake shoe retaining clip.
18. Install the automatic adjuster on the trailing brake shoe and the parking brake
actuating lever.
19. Place the leading brake shoe onto the brake support plate in proper position
and install the attaching pin and hold-down spring.
20. Install the lower and upper return springs.
21. Install the automatic adjuster actuating lever and spring onto the leading
brake shoe.
22. Manually adjust the brake shoes to the furthest adjusted position but not so
far as to interfere with the installation of the brake drum.
23. Install the brake drums. Check and adjust the brake shoes as necessary.
24. Install the wheel and tire. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern to 95 ft. lbs.
(129 Nm).
25. Lower the vehicle.
26. Road test the vehicle to check for proper brake operation.
Raise and safely support the vehicle and remove the wheel assembly.
2.
Note the location of all springs and clips for proper reassembly.
3.
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9.
To install:
10. Thoroughly clean and dry the backing plate. Lubricate the backing plate at the
brake shoe contact points.
11. Lubricate backing plate bosses, anchor pin, and parking brake actuating
mechanism with a lithium-based grease.
12. Install the parking brake lever assembly on the lever pin. Install the wave
washer and a new retaining clip. Use pliers or the like to install the retainer on
the pin. If removed, connect the parking brake lever to the parking brake cable
and verify that the cable is properly routed.
13. Clean and lubricate the adjuster assembly. Make sure the nut-adjuster is
drawn all the way to the stop, but the nut must NOT lock firmly at the end of
the assembly.
14. Install the brake shoes on the backing plate with the hold-down springs,
washers and pins.
15. Install the shoe-to-shoe spring.
16. Install the retainer spring.
17. Install the auto adjuster assembly and install the adjuster lever and the shoeto-lever spring.
18. Pre-adjust the shoes so the drum slides on with a light drag and install the
brake drum.
19. Adjust the rear brake shoes and install the rear wheels.
20. Adjust the parking brake cable.
21. Lower the vehicle and check for proper brake operation.
ADJUSTMENTS
Sebring and Avenger
2.
3.
Raise and safely support the vehicle so that all wheels are free to turn.
Remove the rear brake adjusting hole rubber plug from the rear of the brake
shoe support plate.
Insert a suitable brake adjusting tool through the adjusting hole in the support
plate and against the star wheel of the adjusting screw. Move the handle of the
tool downward until a slight drag is felt when the tire is rotated.
4.
Insert a thin screwdriver or equivalent into the adjusting hole. Push the
adjusting lever out of engagement with the star wheel. Be very careful not to
bend the adjusting lever or contort the lever spring. While holding the
adjusting lever out of engagement with the star wheel, back off the star wheel
to guarantee a free wheel with no drag.
6.
Repeat the adjustment procedure at the other rear wheel. After the procedure
is complete, install the adjusting hole rubber plugs in the rear brake support
plates.
7.
8.
After adjustment, apply and release the parking brake lever one time.
Carefully lower the vehicle.
Adjust the rear brakes by depressing the brake pedal. Brake shoe adjustment
will occur the first time the brake pedal is depressed, pushing the rear brake
shoes against the braking surface of the brake drums. The brake shoes
should now be correctly adjusted and will not require any type of manual
adjustment.
Wheel Cylinders
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1.
2.
3.
4.
Using a flare nut wrench, loosen the brake line fitting to the wheel cylinder ...
... then unscrew the fitting from behind the wheel cylinder
After removing the mounting bolts, remove the wheel cylinder from the brake backing plate
5.
Disconnect and plug the rear brake flex hose from the wheel cylinder.
6.
7.
To install:
8.
Apply a small bead of silicone sealer around the mating surface of the backing
plate and the wheel cylinder.
9.
Position the wheel cylinder on the backing plate and install the 2 wheel
cylinder attaching bolts. Tighten the wheel cylinder attaching bolts as follows:
o Cirrus, Stratus and Breeze-97 inch lbs. (11 Nm)
o Sebring convertible-115 inch lbs. (13 Nm)
o Sebring coupe and Avenger-7 ft. lbs. (10 Nm)
Hand-start the brake line to the wheel cylinder. Tighten the brake line fitting as
follows:
o Cirrus, Stratus, Sebring convertible and Breeze145 inch lbs. (17 Nm)
o Sebring coupe and Avenger-11 ft. lbs. (15 Nm)
Install the rear brake shoes. Install the brake drum onto the wheel hub.
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tighten in a star pattern to 95 ft. lbs. (129
Nm).
Adjust the rear brakes.
Bleed the entire brake hydraulic system.
Road test the vehicle to check for proper brake operation.
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15.
OVERHAUL
Wheel cylinder overhaul kits may be available, but often at little or no savings
over a reconditioned wheel cylinder. It often makes sense with these
components to substitute a new or reconditioned part instead of attempting
an overhaul.
If no replacement is available, or you would prefer to overhaul your wheel
cylinders, the following procedure may be used. When rebuilding and
installing wheel cylinders, avoid getting any contaminants into the system.
Always use clean, new, high quality brake fluid. If dirty or improper fluid has
been used, it will be necessary to drain the entire system, flush the system
with proper brake fluid, replace all rubber components, then refill and bleed
the system.
1.
Remove the wheel cylinder from the vehicle and place on a clean workbench.
2.
First remove and discard the old rubber boots, then withdraw the pistons.
Piston cylinders are equipped with seals and a spring assembly, all located
behind the pistons in the cylinder bore.
Remove the pistons, cup seals and spring from the cylinder
4.
Wash the cylinder and metal parts in denatured alcohol or clean brake fluid.
Use brake fluid and a soft brush to clean the pistons ...
WARNING
Never use a mineral-based solvent such as gasoline, kerosene or paint thinner
for cleaning purposes. These solvents will swell rubber components and quickly
deteriorate them.
5.
Allow the parts to air dry or use compressed air. Do not use rags for cleaning,
since lint will remain in the cylinder bore.
6.
Once cleaned and inspected, the wheel cylinder is ready for assembly
7.
8.
9.
Lubricate the cylinder bore and seals using clean brake fluid.
Position the spring assembly.
Install the inner seals, then the pistons.
The boots can now be installed over the wheel cylinder ends
11. Install the wheel cylinder.