Do Chevy Cobalts have drum brakes?
The Chevrolet Cobalt, which replaced the Cavalier in 2005, is manufactured with a similar rear drum braking system. The shoes and interior surface of the drums are routine maintenance items, but changing the integral parts of the Cobalt’s drum brakes is not extremely difficult.
How do you release brake drum pressure?
Knock the back of the brake drum lightly with a hammer. Tap the hammer against the brake drum with an outward motion. The brake drum should come loose from the wheel.
Which way do you turn rear brake adjuster?
It depends on which side of vehicle and how it’s mounted as to which way to turn the star wheel. just visualize backing the part with the wheel off the threaded rod, then rotate the star counterclockwise to tighten the brake.
How do you change the brake drums on a Chevy Cobalt?
Replace the wheel by turning the lug nuts clockwise, in an alternating pattern. Remove the jack stand and lower the Cobalt from the jack by turning the pressure screw counterclockwise. Repeat the procedure on the opposite brake. Change drums and shoes on both sides, in pairs. Bleed the brake lines if necessary.
What kind of brakes does a Chevy Cobalt have?
The Chevrolet Cobalt, which replaced the Cavalier in 2005, is manufactured with a similar rear drum braking system. The shoes and interior surface of the drums are routine maintenance items, but changing the integral parts of the Cobalt’s drum brakes is not extremely difficult.
How do you remove the rear wheel from a Chevy Cobalt?
Lift the Cobalt at the rear wheel by placing the jack head onto a frame rail and pumping the lever until the wheel is in the air. (Do not place the jack onto the body or suspension.) Secure the jack with a jack stand in the same location. Remove the rear wheel by turning the lug nuts counterclockwise.
How do you remove the rear wheel from a car?
Jack the car up safely and remove wheel. If you have centering rings you will need to remove these as well. Pry the drum cover off. Most of the time it is pretty well pressed and rusted in so hammering between the studs a couple times is a good idea to loosen it up. Remove the adjuster spring with your pliars.