How to Tighten Self Adjusting Brake Assemblies by Hand
Updated 03/19/2025 | Published 03/18/2025
Question:
For first time set-up I need to move the brake pads out, so what do I do with the metal auto adjust arm, and which way do I turn the star wheel to expand the pads outward?
asked by: Brian R
Expert Reply:
Hey Brian, if you grab the magnet and move it in the direction of the arm that it is attached to far enough it will click and it will adjust the star wheel tighter. This will be the easiest way to move the shoes out. Or you can install them and then slide the manual override lever of your brake controller over and over and it will grab the magnet and do this for you.
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TruRyde Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 10" - Left/Right Hand Assemblies - 3.5K
- Trailer Brakes
- Electric Drum Brakes
- Standard Grade
- Self Adjust
- 10 x 2-1/4 Inch Drum
- 3500 lbs Axle
- 13 Inch Wheel
- 14 Inch Wheel
- 15 Inch Wheel
- TruRyde
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Brian
3/19/2025
Thanks James, great info. I would also like to know how to adjust these breaks when the drum and hub are installed, and there is no tow vehicle around. What to do with the auto adjuster tab and what way do I spin the wheel to move the brakes out. Thanks