Removal (FWD Models)

After removing drum, remove retainer clips, hold-down springs and anchor pins. Remove lower return spring. Disconnect parking brake cable from lever.
Disconnect adjusting wedge spring and upper return spring. Remove brake shoes together with push rod and tensioning spring. Place push rod and shoes in vise. Remove tensioning spring. Separate shoes from push rod.

Fig 1: Rear Brake Assembly (FWD Models) Push adjusting wedge upward to loosen brake adjustment. Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.