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1994 Ford Escort adjusting rear brakes

Tiny
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  • 1994 FORD ESCORT
Brakes problem
1994 Ford Escort 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

how do you adjust the rear brakes, no access hole at bottom of drum or any other spot on drum?
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009 AT 7:00 PM

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Tiny
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DISC & DRUM
This adjustment should be made only after replacing brake lining or if brake applications are insufficient to actuate automatic adjuster.
Raise and support vehicle.
Remove wheels.
Remove brake drum.
Use a brake drum diameter gauge to determine brake drum diameter and proper shoe diameter.
Hold automatic adjusting lever out of engagement. Using a screwdriver, rotate knurled quadrant on adjuster assembly to adjust brake shoes.
Adjust brake shoes to fit gauge. Rotate gauge around shoe to ensure proper fit.
Install brake drum. Install wheels. Check brake operation by making several stops at varying forward speeds.
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Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 AT 6:14 AM

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