1997 Ford Escort rear drums

1997 FORD ESCORT
180,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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how do you adjust the rear drum brakes on the 1997 ford escort

updated 10/21/09
on the 97 there is no rubber plug and there is no manual adjuster to access it would be directly below the wheel cylinder at the bottom of the shoes there isnt one there.i was told they are automatic adjusters
Oct 19, 2009 at 6:29 PM
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If you look at the rear (backing plate) of the brakes, you will see a black rubber plug. Remove the plug and then you will gain access to the adjuster.

Let me know if this helps.
Oct 19, 2009 at 9:06 PM