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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2007HHR L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDRUM BRAKE SYSTEMBACKING PLATESERVICE AND REPAIR
2007 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2L
Backing Plate: Service and Repair
2007 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.2LSECTION Service and Repair
Rear Brake Backing Plate Replacement
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution.
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake drum.
4. Remove the brake shoes.
5. Remove the universal spring (1) from the brake backing plate.
6. Remove the wheel cylinder.
7. Release the rear park brake cable end fitting (1) from the drum brake backing plate.
8. Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly.
9. Remove the brake backing plate.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the brake backing plate.
2. Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly.
3. Secure the rear park brake cable end fitting (1) to the brake backing plate.
4. Install the wheel cylinder.
5. Install the universal spring (1) to the backing plate.
6. Install the brake shoes.
7. Adjust the drum brakes.
8. Install the brake drum.
9. Bleed the hydraulic brake system.
10. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
11. Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.