Drum Brake Backing Plate: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Remove the tire and wheel. Remove the brake drum. See BRAKE DRUM . Remove the brake shoes. See BRAKE SHOES . See Figure .
- Remove the wheel cylinder. See WHEEL CYLINDER . Remove the bolt and parking brake cable from the backing plate. Remove the rear wheel hub. See appropriate REAR article in SUSPENSION. Remove the backing plate.