rear shoes

1988 HONDA CIVIC
288,000 MILES
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SHUNTER16
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Hi, I'm changing my rear brakes for the first time, so I wanted to know if I had to bleed the brake fluid? If I do have to, what is the best method to? And should I change just the brake shoes, or replace the drums, cylinders, and hardware (such as the springs) as well? Another thing, I'm in college so any recommendations for less expensive products would be greatly appreciated.Thanks!
Nov 30, 2012 at 6:32 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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As long as you don't open the brake system up, you don't have to bleed the brakes. As far as procedure, inspect everything. If the hardware is in good condition, it will be fine. Just replace the brake pads.
Mar 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You have a drum brake on the rear -For tools needed go to this link: http://www.autozone.com/autozone/accessories/OEM-Brake-spring-pliers/_/N-26l5Z1z141ur?itemIdentifier=46854_0_0_

Also see below

Mar 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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SHUNTER16
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I just did them today and first I wanted to say thanks for the advice, it helped. Secondly, now my braking is even worse and I don't have any idea what I screwed up. I basically have to press the pedal all the way to the floor before I get any braking. Any advice?
Mar 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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HOMER1967
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can you get a repair manual for your vehicle?they sell them at all the parts stores.it will have pictures for you to go buy and compare to.it is impossible to say what the problem is or where you went wrong without seeing the vehicle.please do not drive it.
Mar 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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SHUNTER16
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Ok thanks!
Mar 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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HOMER1967
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you are welcome.thanks for choosing 2carpros
Mar 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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If the pedal goes all the way to the floor, it can be due to few different reasons.
It could be for having low brake fluid, air in the brake lines, leak in the system, faulty brake master cylinder.

Here is an article that covers the most common cause for pedal to the floor:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-pedal-goes-to-the-floor

Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. Then bleed the brakes to get any trapped air in the system.
Take a look at this helpful guide for brake bleeding:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-bleed-or-flush-a-car-brake-system

I have attached the rear shoe replacement instructions for anyone else might be looking for that instructions.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Oct 10, 2021 at 3:53 PM