How to Replace the Rear Brake Shoes on a 2001 Toyota Corolla
How to Replace the Rear Brake Shoes on a 2001 Toyota Corolla The rear drum brakes in your 2001 Toyota Corolla work by pressing a pair of brake shoes against the inside of a drum to produce friction and slow the car. Toyota recommends inspecting the shoes for wear every 15,000 miles. Unlike many cars, the 2001 Corolla doesn't require you to remove the wheel hub to work on the brakes, so you won't need a torque wrench for reassembly. Expect to spend about 20 minutes per wheel. Things You'll Need Lug wrench Jack Jack stand Needle-nose or brake spring pliers Flat-head screwdriver Torque wrench Instructions Loosen the lug nuts and raise the rear wheel off the ground with a jack. Support the vehicle with a jack stand. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. The lift point is on the rail along the bottom edge of the body panel ahead of the rear wheel. If you have two jack stands, lift the vehicle at the point directly between the rear tires to lift both whe...