How to Replace the Drum Brakes on the Volkswagen Polo V

Let's see how to replace the rear drum brakes on the Volkswagen Polo V: open the front bonnet and the brake fluid reservoir. Loosen the nuts on the rear wheels and lift the rear of the car, supporting it on axle stands and removing the wheels. Unscrew the two Torx 30 screws that secure the drum to the hub, then release the handbrake. Remove the hub nut cover with a hammer and chisel and unscrew the hub nut with an XZN M30 socket, then remove the bearing-hub assembly. Remove the shoe retaining system: use pliers to unlock and remove the snap cups (1/4 turn) and the spring bars. Use a screwdriver to lever off the lower shoe retainers and remove them, then disconnect the handbrake cable from its block with pliers. Clean the backing plate. It is advisable to replace the wheel cylinder by loosening the brake fluid line (with an 11 mm spanner), then unscrew the cylinder support screw with a Torx T27, clean the seat, and install the new cylinder. Now install the new brake, which you can find on mister-auto.it with code gsk1512 at a price of £102.89, with free delivery. Lubricate the sliding surfaces on the backing plate, reposition the handbrake cable, install the pre-assembled brake kit, reassemble the retaining system, then the hub/bearing assembly, clean the drum and reassemble it, tightening the securing screws. Now you need to bleed the brake circuit by pressing the brake pedal several times to allow for automatic adjustment of the shoes; tighten the drum screws, close the brake fluid reservoir cap, reinstall the wheel, and lower the car.