How do you adjust the rear brakes on a 1999 Dodge Stratus?

Answer 1

A good way to adjust brakes (DRUM BRAKES, as this doesnt apply to disc brakes )

is to

1) Park the car

2) Pull the e-brake

3) Put it in 1st gear

4) Give a little gas until the back end of the car lowers ( just a little bit)

5) put it in neutral, release the e-brake and pull it again

6) put the car in reverse

7) give it a little gas until the back end rises ( again a little bit )

8) Release the e-brake put it on park and press the brake pedal several times.

The key here is to hear the drum brakes make a clinking sound as the pads get adjusted. Do not give to much gas.

I had a similar problem with a 2000 Ford focus. The rear drums were always breaking too softly, I discussed it with my mechanic and that's the technique he gave me. It works just fine.

It would be a wise idea to have them checked if you changed them long ago, or if it is a recurring problem.