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 I Combi (1U5) 1.6, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.8 20V, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.9 SDI, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.8 T, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.6, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.9 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 2.0, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.9 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 2.0 4x4, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.4 16V, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.6, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.8 T 4x4, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 2.0 4x4, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) RS 1.8 T, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Octavia I Combi (1U5) 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 I Combi (1U5) and other SKODA models
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Tools
Replacement: brake drum – SKODA OCTAVIA Combi (1U5). 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 Combi (1U5). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake drums on SKODA OCTAVIA Combi (1U5) 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 Combi (1U5). 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
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA OCTAVIA Combi (1U5)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. 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.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the brake drum.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
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