When to replace the Brake Drum on your CITROËN XSARA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Drum : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.4 i, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.6 i, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.8 i, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.8 i Aut., CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.5 D, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.8 D, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.9 D, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.9 TD, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.9 D, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.9 D, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.4 HDi, CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) 1.4 LPG View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Drum for XSARA Break (N2) and other CITROËN models
Tools
Replacement: brake drum – CITROËN XSARA Break (N2). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 12
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Phillips Screwdriver
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake drums on CITROËN XSARA Break (N2) in pair for the rear axle. Disregarding the parts state. It ensures even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left brake drums on the same axle.
  • When replacing the brake drums, be sure to also change the brake shoes.
  • Replacement: brake drum – CITROËN XSARA Break (N2). Take the following steps:
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake drum – CITROËN XSARA Break (N2). Tip from AUTODOC:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN XSARA Break (N2)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the brake drum fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the brake drum fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the centre console and remove it. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  8. Step 10
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    Loosen the parking brake cable adjustment nut. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake drum. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush.
  11. Step 13
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  12. Step 14
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    Readjust the brake shoe adjuster. Use a crowbar.
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