Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Caution .
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 spring fastener (1) and upper brake shoe return spring (2).

Fig 1: Spring Fastener And Upper Brake Shoe Return Spring
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Remove brake adjuster actuator lever spring (1).

Fig 2: Brake Adjuster Actuator Lever Spring
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Remove the brake adjuster actuator lever (1).

Fig 3: Brake Adjuster Actuator Lever
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Spread the top of the brake shoes apart slightly and remove the brake shoe adjuster (1).

Fig 4: Brake Shoe Adjuster
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Remove the brake shoe hold down spring and cup assemblies (1) by compressing the spring and rotating the assembly 1/4 turn.

Fig 5: Remove Brake Shoe Hold Down Spring And Cup Assemblies By Compressing Spring
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Remove the 2 hold-down spring and cup assembly pins (2).
Rotate the primary brake shoe (1) toward the wheel hub assembly and release the brake shoe from the lower brake shoe return spring.

Fig 6: Primary Brake Shoe
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Remove the lower brake shoe return spring (1).

Fig 7: Lower Brake Shoe Return Spring
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Inspect the drum brake hardware and replace any components, as necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Hardware Inspection .