Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
Remove the upper brake shoe return spring (1).
Remove brake shoe adjuster (1).
Remove the brake shoe adjuster actuator lever (1).
Remove the brake shoe hold down spring and cup assemblies (1) by compressing the spring and rotating the assembly 1/4 turn.
Remove the hold down spring and cup assembly pins (1).
Spread the top of the brake shoe assembly (1) and lift the assembly over the wheel hub.
- Release the park brake actuator lever from the park brake cable eyelet.
Remove the lower brake shoe return spring (1).
- Inspect the drum brake hardware and replace any components, as necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Hardware Inspection .
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.