Vibe FWD L4-1.8L VIN L (2005)
Brake Drum: Service and Repair
Brake Drum Replacement
Brake Drum Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Release the park brake.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
4. Remove the drum.
5. If the drum does not remove easily, then complete the following steps:
5.1. Remove the rear brake adjuster access hole plug.
5.2. Insert a screwdriver through the hole in the backing plate. Hold the brake shoe adjuster actuator away from the park brake lever strut.
5.3. Reduce the brake shoe adjustment by turning the park brake lever strut with another screwdriver.
5.4. Remove the drum.
Installation Procedure
1. Adjust the drum brakes if necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.
2. Install the drum.
3. Install the tire and wheel assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Apply the park brake.
6. Release the park brake.
