OEM 2001 Chevrolet Lumina Brake Drum

2001 Chevrolet Lumina Brake Drum Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the brake drum on 2001 Chevrolet Lumina?

  A: First lift your vehicle and find an appropriate support position when replacing the brake drum. Record the wheel position before you detach both the tire and wheel from the axle flange. After marking the drum position against the axle flange start to take out the brake drum. When the brake drum removal gets hard follow these steps first pull out the retainer clip second release the parking brake then turn the brake cable adjustment to its loose position then remove the backing plate access hole cover. A flat tool helps release the screw and a plug stops foreign materials from entering the brakes. Put penetrating oil into the drum pilot hole space. After positioning the brake drum with removal marks apply the wheel and tire before lowering the vehicle down.