How Do You Change Rear Drum Brakes?
Drum brakes on the rear ends of cars use brake shoes instead of the pads that front disc brakes use. Changing these brakes requires a different process than with disc brakes, and it can be a bit more difficult. If your brakes encounter problems like grinding sounds from the rear or the car shifting to one side when braking, you likely need to change the rear drum brakes, especially if you know the front disc brakes are in good working condition. Raise the vehicle’s rear end on jack stands and remove the wheels. Block the front wheels and release the parking brake. Remove the brake drum by cutting off the pressed metal washers with a cutting tool, marking the relationship between the drum and axle with chalk and slipping the drum off. Unscrew the four retaining bolts for the hub and searing assembly and disconnect the assembly reach the brake shoes easier. Clean the entire rear brake assembly with brake cleaner spray, catching the residue in a drain pan. Disconnect the springs from the
