Does a 2001 Honda Civic have drum brakes?
2001 Honda Civic Drum Brake System.
How do you replace the drum on a Honda Accord?
Thread two bolts–size 8 x 1.25 millimeters–into the brake drum’s threaded holes to remove the drum from the hub. Thread each bolt two turns at a time. Insert a small, thin piece of wood, like a paint stick or ruler, in between the wheel cylinder and the rear brake shoe.
What’s the best way to remove a brake drum?
Use a screwdriver to attach the brake drum puller’s screw tightly. Tighten the screw until the brake drum puller is securely fastened around the brake drum. Do not over-tighten the screw on the brake drum puller. Knock the back of the brake drum lightly with a hammer. Tap the hammer against the brake drum with an outward motion.
What should I do about my Pontiac Vibe brake drum?
My husband has a 2005 Pontiac Vibe. He took the Brake Drum off and at some point had our nephew step on the brake. Well after doing that he figured out that the brake drum will no longer go on and we can not find anything that states what to do. We have tried moving the Adjuster, but to no avail. Please help! helpful?
What to do when your rear brake shoe comes off?
Using a socket, turn each bolt, alternating between the two and slowly turn the bolts clockwise. This will cause the drum to loosen up and come off of the wheel hub
How do you remove shoe from Honda drum brake?
There’s one holding each shoe in place. Grab some pliers and press in and then twist the little bar. It’ll slide out the backside when you get the clamp off. Same thing here, remove the clamp from the front-side. This spring here is your greatest enemy. It took me about 15 minutes to get mine off.
Do you need to change drum brakes on a Honda Accord?
The drum brakes on your Honda Accord use brake shoes and work primarily with the parking brake. Please note that changing the brake shoes is far more challenging than changing pads on disc brakes. There are numerous springs and other components you must remove and/or replace in the process.
How to remove a brake drum that is stuck on?
Watch how to remove a brake drum that is stuck on. I go through the steps so anyone can remove their drum brake. In this case the drum adjuster was stuck so first try to get it off by wiggling back and forth. Then spray penetrating oil to remove rust between the drum and the seat. Then hit it with a hammer hard.
What happens when you change the drum on a car?
Most drum brakes on cars and other common vehicles are hydraulically powered. If there is a leak in the hydraulic system, you may notice fluid inside the drum and on the brake shoes. Usually, this is accompanied by decreased brake performance. If necessary, replace the leaky wheel cylinder.