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How to Replace the Rear Brake Shoes on a Ford Escape MK2

Model: Ford Escape MK 2 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Brake pads

In this video, we will go over the main instructions for removing and replacing the rear brake shoes on a second-generation Ford Escape. First, lift the vehicle and remove the rear wheels; then, proceed to remove the drum by taking out the metal retaining clip and striking the drum. Next, disengage the mechanism and the spring that holds the shoes in tension; remove the two pins to extract and replace the shoes with new ones. Clean the backing plate and reinstall the new shoes, as shown in the video!

Updated on 2 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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