1998 Chevy S-10

1998 CHEVROLET S-10
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JOHN AYRES
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Brakes problem
1998 Chevy S-10 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive

put new drum pads on .when i hit the brakes they will make a clicking sound wht could be wrong .do i need to go under and adjust the brake closer to the drum?
Jan 15, 2009 at 8:13 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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HI:
Are you refering to brake shoes (REAR)? First, if you hear a clanking sound, make sure everything is intact like springs, hold downs, self adjuster...

If everything is ok, adjust the rear brakes until you get a drag on the tire when spinning it by hand. After both sides have a drag, press the brake pedal a couple times. This will center the shoes. Now check for drag again. If the tires spin freely, adjust them again until they have a drag again. After this they should be properly adjusted.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe
Jan 15, 2009 at 7:36 PM
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JOHN AYRES
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thank i will let you now
Jan 15, 2009 at 10:10 PM
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