How do you remove the drums?
Aug 13, 2006 at 11:38 AM
1998 Dodge Neon Brake Drum Removal
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Make sure you accomplish the note before doing the removal procedure.
REMOVE
NOTE: Further clearance can be obtained by backing off the brake automatic adjuster screw. Remove rubber plug from top of brake support plate. Rotate automatic adjuster screw assembly with an upward motion, using a medium size screwdriver.
Raise vehicle on jackstands or centered on a hoist.
Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies from the vehicle.
Remove rear brake drum to hub retaining clips (if equipped).
Brake Drum And Hub/Bearing
Remove rear brake drum from rear hub/bearing assembly.
Inspect brake linings for wear, shoe alignment and contamination.
INSTALL
Install rear brake drum assembly on rear hub and bearing assembly.
Install the wheel and tire assembly.
Tighten the wheel mounting stud nuts in proper sequence until all nuts are torqued to half specification. Then repeat the tightening sequence to the full specified torque of 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.) .
REMOVE
NOTE: Further clearance can be obtained by backing off the brake automatic adjuster screw. Remove rubber plug from top of brake support plate. Rotate automatic adjuster screw assembly with an upward motion, using a medium size screwdriver.
Raise vehicle on jackstands or centered on a hoist.
Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies from the vehicle.
Remove rear brake drum to hub retaining clips (if equipped).
Brake Drum And Hub/Bearing
Remove rear brake drum from rear hub/bearing assembly.
Inspect brake linings for wear, shoe alignment and contamination.
INSTALL
Install rear brake drum assembly on rear hub and bearing assembly.
Install the wheel and tire assembly.
Tighten the wheel mounting stud nuts in proper sequence until all nuts are torqued to half specification. Then repeat the tightening sequence to the full specified torque of 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.) .
Aug 13, 2006 at 12:30 PM
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Suggested Repair
Back off the automatic adjuster through the rubber plug on the brake support plate with a medium screwdriver using an upward motion. Raise and support the vehicle, remove the rear wheel and tire, remove any drum-to-hub retaining clips, then pull the drum off the hub/bearing. Inspect the linings before reinstalling the drum, wheel, and torquing the lug nuts to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
Conversation Summary
The owner of a 1998 Dodge Neon Sport asked how to remove the rear brake drums. The expert explained backing off the automatic adjuster for clearance, then raising the vehicle, removing the rear wheels and any retaining clips, and pulling the drums from the hub/bearing assemblies. Reinstallation and lug-nut torque of 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.) were also given.