Remove the rear brake drum on 2004 Dodge Caraven

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Rear drum brakes are not contracting properly

Your talking about brake drums & calipers in
the same sentence,your wondering & guessing
as well

All that tells me, is that you need to go to a repair
shop to have the brake issues resolved, by someone
that does know

Jun 11, 2012 • 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan

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I need to know how to remove the rear brake shoes on a 1997 dodge grand caravan. It is a drum brake.

REMOVE THE WHEEL AND PULL THE DRUM YOU MAY NEED SOME PENETRATING OIL ON THE CENTER HUB AND LOOSEN THE BRAKE ADJUSTERS.

Jul 30, 2011 • 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan

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How to get drum pads off a 2000 dodge caravan

The pad drums of your 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan can wear with use. Heat buildup in the brakes can glaze, warp or crack the drum. If that happens, replacement of the drum is the only way to fix it. In most cases, you can remove the rear drums, replace them with a new set and leave the existing shoes on the van. Take a minute and inspect the brake shoes thoroughly while you have the drums off the van.

Loosen the lug nuts on the rear of your 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan with a lug wrench. Do not take them off the wheel studs.
Raise the rear of the van with a jack and support it on a set of jack stands. Place the stands under the rear suspension, making sure they are secure. Remove the lug nuts from the wheel studs and pull off the rear wheels.
Check the rear drum where the wheel studs come through for retaining clips. These are used during the manufacturing process; and if they are still on your van, they need to be removed. Pry the clip off the wheel stud with a flat head screwdriver and discard them. Most vehicles will have two clips on each brake drum.
Grasp the brake drum on the outer edges and pull it straight off the wheel studs and brake pads. Discard the old drum and slide the new drum into place, aligning the holes in the drum with the wheel studs. Push the drum in until it seats completely. Repeat the process on the opposite side of the van.
Position the wheel back on the wheel studs and install the lug nuts by hand. Raise the back of the van with a jack and remove the jack stands from under the suspension. Lower the van to the ground and tighten the lug nuts with a lug wrench.

Jan 08, 2011 • 2000 Dodge Caravan

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How do I get the right rear brake drums off a 1998 Dodge Caravan ?

remove the wheel, open the cap, there is a pin, remove pin, remove nut, remove wheel bearing, pull out the drum.

Jul 25, 2010 • 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan

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Looking to replace rear drum brakes on 1999 grand caravan with discs. What all will be involved? Is there a kit or do I have to order the parts seperately?

Check with an auto parts store for special tools.Might not be worth the time or money. Check with a specialty brake shop .

Apr 05, 2010 • 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan

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Trying to remove rear break drum for 2000 grand caraven do not see a star wheel to contract brake shoes

HI

Imagine looking at a star from the side. All you will see are the points of the star.

The star wheel you are looking for is partially protruding sideways through a slot behind the drum.

Hope this helps
Mike

Nov 16, 2009 • 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan

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How do I install rear brakes and rotors on a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan

For Disc Brakes...simply use a 7mm allen wrench to remove the 2 bolts from the inside of the caliper and use a large C-clamp to put pressure on the hydrolic piston. The two pads slide right off for replacement. Reverse directions to install new ones.

http://www.wonderhowto.com/how-to/video/how-to-change-the-rear-brake-shoes-on-a-dodge-caravan-162663/

Check the above link and get a video explanation for installation of installing rear brakes

Sep 04, 2009 • 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan

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How do I get the rear brake drums off 2000 dodge grand caravan

you can tap on the drum with a hammer they should come right off but don't beat on them as they will break if you hit to hard and if the brake shoes are to tight they need to be adjusted looser before you try to remove the drums

Apr 22, 2009 • 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan

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Tune up, troubleshooting fuel pump

this should help you. projects are listed on the side.
http://www.autozone.com/addVehicleId,2546601/initialAction,repairGuide/shopping/repairGuide.htm?pageId=0900c1528003c156

the fuel filter is inside the gas tank and should only be replaced if it malfunctions.

for the spark plugs you need a special spark plug socket, a rachet, and a extention. if your not sure you can get a good tune up at a shop for 89.99 and up

Jan 03, 2009 • 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan

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No just make sure your emergency cable is off and take a large hammer an hit it around the edge or corner lightly and spin at the same time also try pulling with your other hand as you spin this is a technique all mechanics use its very unlikely that you will have to loosen up the shoes with a brake spoon.REMEMBER THE OUTER ROUNDED EDGE ONLY WHERE ITS THE THICKIST.

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Being a 2004 i assumed that the brakes on the rear would have been changed already and the retainers are long gone.

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No sometimes from the factory there will be 3 small keepers on the wheel studs to keep the drums on before the wheels are installed. Just break those off and you should be able to get them off. If not then they may need to be tapped lightly on the back side edge with a rubber or brass hammer. Be sure to wear a mask when you do this so you wont breathe all the dust. Good luck dont forget to rate.

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