SMF000030 | Brake Backing Plate - Rear Drum Brakes | Land Rover Freelander 1996-2006
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Land Rover Part Number: SMF000030 - Brake Backing Plate
SMF000030 is a Brake Backing Plate. Fitted to the rear drum brakes on the Freelander, this plate forms the mounting surface for the rear drum brake components and locates the wheel cylinder and shoe anchor points. It positions the brake shoes and their return springs, carries the parking brake lever and associated fittings, acts as a partial dust and splash shield for the brake hardware and transfers braking loads into the hub or axle flange through its mounting points. Proper alignment of the backing plate sets the geometry between shoes and drum, which affects wear patterns and braking consistency; inspect for distortion, corrosion at fixing holes and wear where shoes contact the plate and replace the plate if fixings or structural integrity are compromised.
Use the compatibility data below to confirm fitment against your V.I.N.
Compatibility
- Land Rover Freelander (1996-2006) - From VIN 1A000001
Frequently Asked Questions
SMF000030 provides the rigid mounting surface for the Freelander's rear drum brake assembly, locating the wheel cylinder and the anchor points for the brake shoes and return springs. It carries the parking brake lever and associated fittings, offers partial protection from dust and splash, and transfers braking loads into the hub or axle flange through its mounting points. Inspect the plate for distortion, corrosion at fixing holes or wear where shoes contact the plate and replace if the fixings or structural integrity are compromised.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Freelander (1996-2006) | Rear Drum Brakes (From VIN 1A000001) |
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