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2002 Mazda Tribute Repair Question


Topics covered: Axle, Brake drum, Brake shoes.
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Asked on March 17, 2011

2002 Mazda Tribute rear brakes

Hi, I have a 2002 Mazda Tribute. When replacing the rear brake shoes, you have to remove a large nut holding the brake drum on the axle/spindle. Is this nut a one-time use, i.e. do I need to replace this with a new one?
Avatar Asked by mscotter

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Replied on March 17, 2011

Its reusible-in doubt replace it to be on the safe side-

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on March 17, 2011

Okay, thanks. Btw, I forgot to ask: what do I torque it to?

Tiny Response from mscotter
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