How to Remove the Brake Drum From a 1998 Nissan Frontier

The rear axle of a 1998 Nissan Frontier uses drum brakes for the parking brake, and to provide additional power to the overall braking system. The assembly has brake shoes mounted inside of the drum that push out when the brake pedal is applied. After years of use, the drums can get warped and worn, leading to a situation where they need to be relined to function properly. To do that, you first have to remove the drums.

Instructions

1

Put the jack beneath the rear axle. Lift the jack and raise the rear wheels off the ground. Put jack stands beneath the rear axle.

2

Take off the rear wheels with the tire iron and move them out of the way. Release the parking brake if it's applied.

3

Thread the M8 bolts into the threaded inserts on the face of the drum. Tighten them in place using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket, alternating from bolt to bolt, until the drum pops off of the rear brake shoes. Take the drum away from the car.