When to replace the Brake Drum on your TOYOTA COROLLA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake drum : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Drum for COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_) and other TOYOTA models
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Tools
Replacement: brake drum – TOYOTA COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Wheel impact socket #21
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake drum – TOYOTA COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_). Professionals recommend:
  • Replace the brake drums on TOYOTA COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_) 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – TOYOTA COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  2. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake drum – TOYOTA COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 7
    Fully lower the parking brake lever.
    Step 8
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    Remove the brake drum.
    Replacement: brake drum – TOYOTA COROLLA (ZZE12_, NDE12_, ZDE12_). Tip:
    Examine the brake shoes. Replace them if needed.
  5. Step 9
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  6. Step 10
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    Move the parking brake shoes against the drum.
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