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Replacing the Rear Brake Shoes on Ford Fiesta

Model: Ford Fiesta Fiesta 5, MK 5, MK V - Years 2002-2008
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to replace the rear brake shoes on a Ford Fiesta. First, remove the drum by unscrewing the hub nut; in this case, use a puller to make the job easier. After extracting the drum, remove the brake shoes by taking off the tension spring. Often, the real cause of brake malfunction is due to the roughness of the drum: the video shows how to machine the drum to improve braking performance. Next, you will see how to reassemble everything!

Updated on 27 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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