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How to Replace the Rear Brake Shoes on a Honda Civic

Model: Honda Civic MK 6 - Years 1995-2001
Part: Brake drums and shoes

This video shows the main steps to remove and replace the rear brake shoes on a Honda Civic. First, lift the vehicle and remove the rear wheel; then, unscrew the two screws on the drum to extract it, as shown in the video. Next, disconnect the two springs from the shoes using pliers to leverage and remove them; now clean the brake backing plate and the drum before installing the new shoes. Finally, reassemble everything, following the video tutorial to the end!

Updated on 9 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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