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How do you replace the rear brake shoes of the Smart car?

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015
Part: Brake drums and shoes

In order to replace the rear brake shoes of the Smart car, you need to loosen the screws that secure the rear wheels after lifting the car with a jack or lift: at this point it will be possible to unscrew the screws that secure the drum in order to locate the underlying brake shoes. These can be released from the specific mechanism by loosening the screws that secure them: in this way it will be possible to place the new brake shoes in their housing. Then you will need to reassemble the parts just removed, making sure everything works properly.

Posted on 11 June 2025 by ScegliAuto

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