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Car Forum / Hyundai Cars / November 2005

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99 Elantra rear drum pad replacement

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Nick - 27 Nov 2005 21:09 GMT
Hello everyone,

    I'm trying to replace the rear pads on my sister's 99 Elantra
and am running into a problem trying to get the top and bottom springs
off. I'm trying with a needle nose pliers but as soon as they grip
onto the spring, they slip off. I've tried to wedge a flathead
screwdriver behind the spring but still can't get enough room to slip
the pliers behind. Is there some special tool that I need or something
that I'm missing here to get that spring out? Usually on my Hondas the
spring is thick enough and there is enough room that I use a
screwdriver that has a locking hook to get the spring off. Any help
would be greatly appreciated.

Nick
hyundaitech - 28 Nov 2005 17:56 GMT
I find it easier if I pull the wheel hub off.  I can then pull the shoes
loose enough to remove the lower spring and then use the park brake lever
to push the adjuster out, loosening the upper spring.  

Also, if you want, there is a brake spring tool which you would be able
to
find at just about any auto supplier.

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