rear drum removal

[marks ranger]

Rear brakes need replacing. I can't seem to see where or how to turn adjuster backwards so I can get the drum off to check shoes. I've found the slot/hole and can see the adjuster but I can't see where the "catch" is so I can push it away and turn the adjuster. Anyone know how or where I can find a good diagram so I can fugure out how to do this? I just got done doing this on my 93 Prizm and it was simple, but the Ranger is starting to really aggrevate me. Any help ASAP would be very much appreciated.

Mark
mrslyter@ecenet.com

 

[Clatterman]

Use a large / long flatblade screwdriver, approximately 12" or longer... remove the rubber protector from the slot, use the driver to spin the adjuster, in either up or down motion. If you are trying to spin it and it tightens up, and the wheel won't spin, that will be the wrong direction. About 10 spins should be enough to remove the adjustment from the spinner, so that you can remove the drums.