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Replacing Brake Shoes on a Fiat Punto S

Model: Fiat Punto MK 1, 176 - Years 1993-1999
Part: Brake pads

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to remove the rear brake shoes from a Fiat Punto S Cabrio. First, lift the car at the affected side and remove the wheel. Then, unscrew the bolts using a 12 mm spanner and with a few taps of a hammer or a proper puller, remove the drum. After removing it, take off the three springs using pliers: now slide out the brake shoes by removing the retainers. To remove the last brake shoe, remember to detach the handbrake spring. Now you can fit the new brake shoes!

Updated on 19 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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