1997 Chevy Cavalier Rear Brakes Lock

Suggested Repair

Replace the rear brake shoes, remachine the drums, and replace the shoe return springs. The ABS is not the cause.

Conversation Summary

A 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier owner reported that hard braking made the rear brakes lock, bang, release, and repeat until the car stopped, and asked whether the ABS was at fault. The expert said the ABS was fine and recommended replacing the rear brake shoes, remachining the drums, and replacing the shoe return springs.