Rear Drum Brake
Inspection
1 . Check the wheel cylinder for leakage.
2. Check the brake linings for cracking, glazing, wear or contamination.
3. Measure the brake lining thickness.
Brake Lining Thickness:
1.5L 3-door, 1.5L 4-door with MT Standard: 4.5 mm (0.18 in) Service Limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
1.5L 4-door with AT, 1.6L Standard: 4.0 mm (0.16 in) Service Limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
NOTE: Measurement does not include brake shoe thickness.
4. Check the bearings in the hub unit for smooth operation. If defective, refer to section 18.
5. Measure the inside diameter of the brake drum.
Drum Inside Diameter:
1.5L 3-door, 1.5L 4-door with MT Standard: 180 mm (7.09 in) Service Limit: 181 mm (7.13 in)
1.5L 4-door with AT, 1.6L Standard: 200 mm (7.87 in) Service Limit: 201 mm (7.91 in)
6. Check the brake drum for scoring, grooving and cracks.