Drum Brake Hardware Inspection for Chevrolet Prizm 2002

1. Visually inspect the drum brake system hold-down springs (8,12) for the following:

•	Excessive corrosion

•	Damaged or bent locating pins

•	Broken spring coils

•	Damaged retaining cups

2. Visually inspect the lower return spring (10) and the upper adjuster actuator spring (18) for the following:

•	Excessive corrosion

•	Excessive stretching

•	Broken hook ends

•	Twisting or binding

3. Replace the drum brake system hardware if necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Hardware Replacement .