Repair Safety Notice:
This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous.
Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment,
and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.
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CARADIODOC
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Use a brake spoon to adjust the star wheel adjuster. If you can't do that, grind off the heads of the two nails that hold the shoes to the backing plate. That will let you pull the drum out far enough to reach the adjuster.