1995 Escort LX

[Ron21]

I took my rear brakes (drum type) apart to change the linings. I now have the linings installed but can't figure out how the adjuster works so the linings will seat so I can get the drum back on.
Anyone have any idea how this adjuster works?

Thanks in advance
Ron

[jonnyfur]

Originally Posted by Ron21

I took my rear brakes (drum type) apart to change the linings. I now have the linings installed but can't figure out how the adjuster works so the linings will seat so I can get the drum back on.
Anyone have any idea how this adjuster works?

Thanks in advance
Ron

there automatic and adjust as the shoes get wider apart... to de-adjust them push a screwdriver between the 2 gears (underneath the adjuster) and separate them slightly. they should spring back to the minimum setting. re-fit the drum and pump the brakes

[Ron21]

Originally Posted by jonnyfur

there automatic and adjust as the shoes get wider apart... to de-adjust them push a screwdriver between the 2 gears (underneath the adjuster) and separate them slightly. they should spring back to the minimum setting. re-fit the drum and pump the brakes

Thamks for the info. Problem fixed

[AzTumbleweed]

258,000 miles and I have the factory brakes still. I am impressed

[Ron21]

Originally Posted by AzTumbleweed

258,000 miles and I have the factory brakes still. I am impressed

I thought I was doing good at 174000