In order to service and repair the brake drum, start by making sure that the brake drum can only be refinished under specific conditions, such as severe scoring or brake pulsation caused by too much runout, or deep corrosion. First, measure the highest diameter of the brake drum in the using to micrometer, If the maximum refinish diameter is being exceeded, discard the brake drum out and not refinish. In case of refinishing, resource to the Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit (J42450-A) to remove the rust completely from the brake drum flange. After cleaning, it is time to refinish the brake drum as prescribed by the brake lathe manufacturer's operating instructions. Lastly, wipe the breaking surfaces with denatured alcohol before drying with non-lubricated, filter compressed air.