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What causes brake fluid to leak from the rear wheel drum how to fix?
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∙ 12y ago
Hi, have same problem and answer is wheel cylinder is out of order and causes leaking. Need to change it, but better if you take car to garage and they change for you, because its very delicate work with springs and shoes, especialy if its your first time.
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∙ 12y ago
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Why is brake fluid leaking from the back drum and no visible line leak 1994 caravan?
brake fluid leaking from a brake drum indicates the brake slave cylander on that wheel is leaking and needs to be replaced you will not see the actual leak with out removing the brake drum
What is the purpose of wheel cylinders?
They compress the brake fluid and push the brake shoes out against the brake drum stopping the vehicle.
What happens to the brake shoe and drum when the pedal is pressed?
The brake shoes are inside the drum, which is turning along with your wheel. When you press the pedal, it pushes fluid through the brake line, and that fluid forces the shoes outward and they push on the inside of the drum, which slows it down, and thus slows down your car.
Why would there b brake fluid all on the inside of the rear brake drum?
You probably have a leaky wheel cylinder. Have the brakes inspect now!
Why is there fluid leaking from your drum brake?
IF you have rear wheel drive it may be a grease seal for the rear differential. Otherwise it is probably a wheel cylinder. Check your brake fluid level. GEt this fixed ASAP- Safety concern. Wheel cylinder, brake fluid.. If it's a rear wheel drive vehicle, it may be the axle seal leaking as well. Hello... hello...
Why does a rear brake drum fall of a wheel?
The brake drum cannot fall off unless the wheel is removed. That is physically impossible.
What does a wheel cylinder do?
Operates the brakes when the pedal is pressed. The pedal pushes the master cylinder, this pushes brake fluid down the brake lines, the fluid pushes the piston(s) in the wheel cylinder, the pistons push the pads or shoes onto the drum or rotor which is attached to the wheel.
How to release brake pad from rear wheel drum?
If you're trying to remove the brake drum, be sure to NOT have the emergancy brake on. Remove the wheel and tap the drum with a rubber mallet until it releases, That's it!
What causes rear brakes to lock up?
Wheel cylinder (drum brakes) or caliber (disc brakes) sticking. If you find this to be the case you need to replace both sides and replace your brake fluid which is contaminated with moisture.
What is the function of the wheel cylinder?
A piston on each end of the wheel cylinder pushes outward when the brakes are applied. This pushes the brake shoes against the brake drum and stops the vehicle. The pistons are forced out by the pressure of the brake fluid inside the wheel cylinder when you apply the brakes.
What is the function of a wheel cylinder?
A piston on each end of the wheel cylinder pushes outward when the brakes are applied. This pushes the brake shoes against the brake drum and stops the vehicle. The pistons are forced out by the pressure of the brake fluid inside the wheel cylinder when you apply the brakes.
A vehicle has a disc drum brake system the rear wheels lock-up too quickly during hard brake application what is most likely the cause?
Sticking rear wheel cylinders. More than likely moisture in the brake fluid has caused them to rust. Replace the rear wheel cylinders and replace the brake fluid.
