1996 Geo Prizm brake drum

1996 GEO PRIZM
154,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SIBTIG1
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I can't get the driver side rear brake drum off.....I changed the brake pads on the passenger side... had no problem getting the drum off (caliber?) took pics off the pads and spring's....... so know how to put it back together..lol.. can't get the driver side drum off..it is stuck at the bottom... the 2 pins that hold th epadsa on ..are off.but the bottom is still stuck.. it's like the bottom spring is stuck..let me know if you have any help ..thanks Michael[img:1896ffebb6]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/227701_IMG_0311_1.jpg[/img:1896ffebb6][img:1896ffebb6]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/227701_IMG_0312_1.jpg[/img:1896ffebb6]
Aug 13, 2008 at 7:45 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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There should be an inspection hole on the inside of the assembly (covered by a small rubber insert).
You can remove it and stick a screwdriver in to ratchet the adjusting screw.
This will pull the pads in. There should be two threaded holes in the drums to thread bolts into to help pull the drums off.
Aug 14, 2008 at 6:43 AM
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