When to replace the Brake Drum on your SKODA OCTAVIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake drum : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.8, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 SDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.8 T, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 2.0, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.4, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.4 16V, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) RS 1.8 T, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.8 T 4x4, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Drum for OCTAVIA (1U2) and other SKODA models
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Tools
Replacement: brake drum – Skoda Octavia 1U. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake drum – Skoda Octavia 1U. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake drums on Skoda Octavia 1U 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake drum – Skoda Octavia 1U. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
    Clean the brake drum fasteners.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the brake drum fastening.Use Torx T30.Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the brake drum.
  8. Step 9
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    Clean the hub.Use a wire brush.Treat the contacting surface.Use copper grease.
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