Rear drum brakes

Tiny
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  • 2005 KIA SEDONA
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 56,300 MILES
After finishing all parts on the rear brakes of my car I am not able to slip on the drum back over the whole assembly.
Thursday, July 6th, 2017 AT 7:05 AM

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Tiny
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Make sure parking brake lever is installed in shoes all the way and tap lining with hammer handle to make sure they are squared and centered then try.
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Thursday, July 6th, 2017 AT 8:01 AM
Tiny
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Also make sure you have backed off the adjuster from its previous extended position.
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Thursday, July 6th, 2017 AT 9:00 AM

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