When to replace the rear drum brake on a Toyota Corolla?
How to replace the rear drum brake shoes and springs on a 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla with picture illustrated instructions. This automotive “how-to” guide was specifically written to assist owners of the ninth generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Toyota Corolla in replacing the rear drum brake shoes and springs.
How do you change rear drum brake shoes?
Remove the small metal automatic adjuster lever. Release the inner top spring and pull the front shoe away from the backing plate. The rear brake shoe is held to the assembly by the parking brake lever and the parking brake cable. Pop the parking brake cable out of the hook on the parking brake lever.
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.
What should I do when my brake drum comes off?
The brake drum should come loose from the wheel. Clean the drum. Over time, brake drums can accumulate a good amount of grime and debris simply from their normal use. Once you have the brake drum off, take the opportunity to clean it of this debris if needed. Sources differ on which types of cleaning solutions you should use.
What do I need to replace rear drum brake?
You’ll need a new set of rear brake shoes and I’d also recommend buying a drum brake “spring kit” or “hardware kit” such as the Wagner H17254 so that you can replace the worn out old springs.
How do you change the rear brake shoe?
The rear brake shoe is held to the assembly by the parking brake lever and the parking brake cable. Pop the parking brake cable out of the hook on the parking brake lever. Open the old “C” washer with a pair of pliers and separate the parking brake lever from the old rear brake shoe.
What kind of spring for rear drum brake?
Two other compatible “brake hardware” spring kits include the Raybestos H17378 and Beck Arnley 084-1560. The first steps are to chock the front wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving, slightly loosen the five lug nuts on each rear wheel with a tire iron, raise the rear of the car with a floor jack and securely support it with jack stands.
What kind of brakes do you use on a Toyota?
You MUST use toyota brake shoes and especially the Toyota drums!!!!! Tried two sets of Autozone break shoes and drums and then replaced with Toyota brake shoes – still had the problem. I them replaced drums with Toyota brand at $153 each however that fixed the problem.
Which is more worn down front or rear brakes?
Usually the rear brakes wear down quite a bit more slowly than the front brakes, however, the parking brake activates the rear brakes, so it is a good idea to make sure they aren’t too worn down. The following article details the process I went through to change the rear brake shoes and drums on a 2004 Toyota Corolla.