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Customers expect quiet, clean, dependable and safe brakes.
The following reminders will help get the best installation results and minimize comebacks.

Inspect the drum for out-of-round and "bell-mouth" conditions. Drum may be replaced or remove lip wear by refinishing.
Wash rotor with non-detergent (clear) liquid cleanser and warm water.
Do not touch or contaminate friction material.
Press pivot pins in with vise. Do NOT use hammer to install pins!
Clean, inspect and lubricate backing plate.
Inspect and clean or replace hardware, springs and adjuster.
Inspect for frozen or leaking wheel cylinders. Inspect for leaking axle seals.
Adjust shoes to drum.
Adjust shoes to drum.
Inspect parking brake operation.
Torque lug nuts using star pattern.
High-speed break-in is NOT required or recommended! Follow manufacturer's recommendation.
Check temperature of all four brakes to ensure balanced braking effort.
Check temperature of all four brakes to ensure balanced braking effort.