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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the backing plate to the axle housing flange.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Backing Plate & Nuts - Rear
    GM370688Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the backing plate nuts.

    Tighten: 

    • Without dual rear wheels-Tighten the backing plate bolts to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).
    • With dual rear wheels-Tighten the backing plate bolts to 160 N.m (118 lb ft) plus 30 degrees.

  3. Install the park brake shoe. Refer to Park Brake Shoe Replacement (1500 Series) or Park Brake Shoe Replacement (2500, 3500 Series) .
  4. For the 15 and 25 series, perform the following steps:
    1. Install the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement .
    2. Install the rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Except Dual Wheels)  or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (W/Dual Wheels) .
  5. For the 35 series with single rear wheels, perform the following steps:
    1. Install the hub assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement .
    2. Install the rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Except Dual Wheels)  or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (W/Dual Wheels) .
  6. For the 35 series with dual rear wheels, install the hub and rotor assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement .
  7. Adjust the park brake shoe. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .
    8. Fig 2: View Of Lever, Park Brake Cable, Spring & Backing Plate
    GM913334Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the park brake cable (2) to the lever (1).
  9. Perform the following procedure to install the cable (2) to the backing plate (4):
    1. Compress the spring (3) by pushing towards the lever (1).
    2. Route the cable (2) through the slot in the backing plate.
    3. Push the cable housing into the backing plate (4) until the locking tabs snap into place.
  10. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  11. Remove the safety stands.
  12. Lower vehicle.
  13. Enable the park brake cable automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Enabling .
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