55 400 brake shoe interferance update

Posted by happy On 2014/5/19 18:46:31

There is a thing called "axle Shaft thrust block" group 12.0194, part 446138. The shop manual states that it can move and cause a problem. It is located in the differential carrier. The carrier was removed and the block investigated. It is a multisided block with two bright shiny surfaces likely caused by contact with axle shaft ends. Made sure these surfaces were aligned with axle shifts and replaced carrier. Verified correct placement by shining flashlight down axle tube. Saw clean reflective surface. Put back axle shafts backing plate, brake assembly , and drum. Hand tightened nut. Wheel still as before; shoes contacting drum.