Drum Brake Hardware Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Visually inspect the drum brake system hold-down springs (15,22) for the following:
- Excessive corrosion
- Damaged or bent locating pins
- Broken spring coils
- Damaged retaining cups
- Visually inspect the anchor spring (18) and the return springs (8,19) for the following:
- Excessive corrosion
- Excessive stretching
- Broken hook ends
- Twisting or binding
- Replace the drum brake system hardware if necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Hardware Replacement .