How do I remove the brake drum - 1997 Ford Escort

THE SERVICE MANUAL DOES ALL STEPS, IN BRAKE CHAPTER
FOR SURE
FIRST DRUMS 101
HAND BRAKE OFF. EMG. BRAKE. RELAXED AND NOT ENGAGED.
THEN IF DRUMS HAVE STAR ADJUSTERS THEY MOST BE SPUN FREE.
SOME Drums have screw or 2 , face bolting to hub face, remove those. but not on this car. but is skill set to learn on all drums all cars.
now I will read your SM to you.
I will Assume is USA spec car. only
always put in new shoes left and right, never just one. ever. or brake unbalance is not safe.

1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
2. If the brake drum (1126) is rusted to the axle shaft pilot diameter, tap the center of the brake drum between the wheel studs.(I use pen.lub spray)
3. Loosen the brake shoe adjusting screw nut (2K389). (rear of backplate star adjusters.(takes skills , all things related to star adjusters!!!)
4. drum now comes off, use pen oil at center hub juncture , just tad.
5. drum off
6. Using the special tool, measure the brake drum inside diameter.
   
   1. Install a new brake drum if the maximum inside diameter exceeds the specification molded into the brake drum.
   install we do this
7. If adjusting the rear brakes, refer to Brake Shoe Adjustment - Drums Removed in this section.

I don't know but what you seem to be describing is a trim to make the brake drum look better as it can probably be seen through the wheel.

It should not be necessary to remove this in order to remove the drum - mostly what prevents the removal of a brake drum is a wear and corrosion ridge at the edge of the inside (braking area) and the brake shoes adjust behind the ridge.
Prior to the removal of the drum the brake shoe adjuster must be backed off or deactivated. Doing this usually means releasing the parking brake cable and then working through whatever hole is provided either in the backplate or drum.

Light Duty Models

1. Raise the vehicle so that the wheel to be worked on is clear of the floor and install jackstands under the vehicle.
   
2. Remove the wheel. Remove the three retaining nuts and remove the brake drum. It may be necessary to back off the brake shoe adjustment in order to remove the brake drum. This is because the drum might be grooved or worn from being in service for an extended period of time.
   
3. Before installing a new brake drum, be sure to remove any protective coating with brake cleaner or a suitable fast-drying degreaser.
   
4. Install the brake drum in the reverse order of removal and adjust the brakes.
   

Heavy Duty

1. Raise the vehicle and install jackstands.
   
2. Remove the wheel. Loosen the rear brake shoe adjustment.
   
3. Remove the rear axle retaining bolts and lockwashers, axle shaft, and gasket.
   
4. Remove the wheel bearing locknut, lockwasher, and adjusting nut.
   
5. Remove the hub and drum assembly from the axle.
   
6. Remove the brake drum-to-hub retaining screws, bolts or bolts and nut. Remove the brake drum from the hub.
   

To install:

1. Place the drum on the hub and attach it to the hub with the attaching nuts and bolts.
   
2. Place the hub and drum assembly on the axle and start the adjusting nut.
   
3. Adjust the wheel bearing nut and install the wheel bearing lockwasher and locknut.
   
4. Install the axle shaft with a new gasket and install the axle retaining bolts and lockwashers.
   
5. Install the wheel and adjust the brake shoes. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.
   

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You should jack up securely the rear end, and then remove the lugnuts to the wheels and remove the wheel.

Then, you may need a heavy hammer to tap on the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions of the rear brake drum to loosen it up.

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Here are instructions from Chilton/Haynes manual:

Drum Brakes Brake Drums Removal & Installation To Remove:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Rear tire and wheel assembly
   • Brake drum retaining clips (if equipped).
   • Brake drum.

NOTE: If the drum does not come off, further brake clearance can be obtained by backing off the brake automatic adjuster screw. Remove the rubber plug from the top of brake support plate. Rotate the automatic adjuster screw in an upward motion, using a screwdriver.
To Install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   • Rear brake drum onto the hub assembly
   • Wheels
2. Adjust the brakes as necessary
3. Road test vehicle to check brake operation.

Remove tire remove drum replace brake shoes by removeing springs with spring removal tool while apart lubercate adjuster have drums turned at local parts store or replace drums never touch brake surface of drum brake pad with your hand must be oil and greese free before replaceing drum.This job should not be attempted without a certified mechanic to show you what to do.

1. Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.

1. One way to remove the drum is to tap the drum lightly with a mallet to free the drum if resistance is felt. Sometimes brake drums are stubborn. If the drum is difficult to remove, perform the following:

1. Insert the end of a bent wire (a coat hanger will do nicely) through the hole in the brake drum and hold the automatic adjusting lever away from the adjuster.
2. Reduce the brake shoe adjustment by turning the adjuster bolt with a brake adjuster tool. The drum should now be loose enough to remove without much effort.
   
   The Brake Adjustment can be access on Rear of the BackPlate !

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Remove the access hole plug, then back off the adjusting screw

1. Raise and safely support the vehicle with safety stands.
   
2. Mark the relationship of the wheel to the axle flange to help maintain wheel balance after assembly.
   
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
   
4. Mark the relationship of the brake drum to the axle flange.
   

NOTE Do not pry against the splash shield that surrounds the backing plate in an attempt to free the drum. This will bend the splash shield.

1. If difficulty is encountered in removing the brake drum, the following steps may be of assistance.
   
   1. Make sure the parking brake is released.
      
   2. Back off the parking brake cable adjustment.
      
   3. Remove the access hole plug from the backing plate.
      
   4. Using a screwdriver, back off the adjusting screw.
      
   5. Install the access hole plug to prevent dirt or contamination from entering the drum brake assembly.
      
   6. Use a small amount of penetrating oil applied around the brake drum pilot hole.
      
   7. Carefully remove the brake drum from the vehicle.
      
2. After removing the brake drum, it should be checked for the following:
   
   1. Inspect for cracks and deep grooves.
      
   2. Inspect for out of round and taper.
      
   3. Inspecting for hot spots (black in color).
      

To install:

1. Install the brake drum onto the vehicle aligning the reference marks on the axle flange.
   
2. Install the tire and wheel assembly and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
   
3. Carefully lower the vehicle, then tighten the lug nuts to 100 ft. lbs. (140 Nm).
   
4. Road test the vehicle for proper brake operation.
   

Hope this helps.
Good luck,

Removal & Installation

1. Remove the hub cap and loosen the lug nuts.
2. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it on jackstands.
3. Remove the lug nuts, tire and wheel.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Pull the brake drum from the hub. If difficult to remove try the following:
   1. Strike the face of the drum with a plastic or rubber mallet. This will break free any rust that may develop between the drum and the hub.
   2. Install 2, M8x1.25mm bolts into the holes in the drum and gradually tighten them to pull the drum off the hub.
   
   


Fig. Install and tighten 2 bolts to remove a stubborn brake drum

To install:

1. Install the brake drum to the hub.
2. Install the wheel.
3. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.
4. Road-test the vehicle to ensure that the brakes are working properly.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Drain the brake fluid, as necessary.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Raise the vehicle and support safely.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Pull the brake drum from the hub. If difficult to remove try the following:
   1. Strike the face of the drum with a plastic or rubber mallet. This will break free any rust that may develop between the drum and the hub.
   2. Install 2, M8x1.25mm bolts into the holes in the drum and gradually tighten them to pull the drum off the hub.
      
      Fig. Install and tighten 2 bolts to remove a stubborn brake drum
      

here is a diagram on how to remove your brake drum. please do not forget to rate and comment about your experience with fixya today.

Removal & Installation
CAUTION Dust and dirt accumulating on brake parts during normal use may contain asbestos fibers from production or aftermarket brake linings. Breathing excessive concentrations of asbestos fibers can cause serious bodily harm. Exercise care when servicing brake parts. Do not sand or grind brake lining unless equipment used is designed to contain the dust residue. Do not clean brake parts with compressed air or by dry brushing. Cleaning should be done by dampening the brake components with a fine mist of water, then wiping the brake components clean with a dampened cloth. Dispose of cloth and all residue containing asbestos fibers in an impermeable container with the appropriate label. Follow practices prescribed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the handling, processing, and disposing of dust or debris that may contain asbestos fibers.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
   
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
   
   CAUTION Use of a brake drum puller or a torch is not recommended. Brake drum distortion can result.
   
   NOTE If the brake drum is rusted to the axle shaft pilot diameter, tap the center of the brake drum between the wheel studs.
   
3. Remove the brake drum.
   
4. If equipped, remove the brake drum retaining clips.
   
5. If the brake drums will not come off, follow these steps.
   
6. Move the brake shoe adjusting lever off the brake adjuster screw.
   
7. Loosen the brake shoe adjuster screw nut by adjusting the nut upward.
   
8. Using the special tool, 134-R0191, measure the brake drum inside diameter.
   
9. Install a new brake drum if the maximum inside diameter exceeds the specification shown on the outside of the brake drum.
   Drum brake exploded view
   

To install:

WARNING Whenever a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign material present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion, causing loss of control. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

1. Clean the wheel hub mounting surface and wheel pilot.
   
2. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
   

i think your aware of how to change the brakes if im right and your problem is the rusted drum doesnt want to come off the only way to get the old drum off is to remove adjuster plug from behind drum dustshield and adjust the shoes so that there not even close to the braking area of the drum then try and wiggle the drum off of the assembly if it is not coming off then you need to use the old nylon hammer on the drum and i mean you must hit the drum from side to side trying by hand to wiggle the drum off its a tight fit and you need to strike the drum on the face not on the fins not wanting to damage with persistance and care and patience you will eventually be able to remove the drum to service brakes take care and good luck with it