Disclaimer: This isn't the easiest set of rear brakes in the world to replace, but it can be done. Here's how:

**Read through all directions before starting**

REMOVAL
1. With the parking brake disengaged, chock the front tires, jack up the rear end, and remove the rear wheels.
2. You will notice a silver cap in the center of the drum. This is a dust cap that must be removed. I used a screw driver and a hammer (to wedge the screwdriver in) to remove this cap.
3. Once the cap is removed, you will see a nut that must be removed to get the drum off. This nut is very tight and precaution must be taken to remove with injuring yourself. I used a 30mm socket (which was slightly big) to remove the nut. Also, this nut is designed to be removed only a couple of times, it may be a good idea to replace this nut as well if it has been removed before.
4. Once the nut is removed, the drum should slide off. It is recommended to have the drum turned or replaced before reinstalling.

**WARNING-Complete one side before moving to the next, using the other side as a reference if needed**

5. Spray everything with brake parts cleaner and allow to dry before continuing.
6. Remove the hold down clips on each shoe. These are located in the center of the shoe bracket.
7. Carefully note the postion of all springs on the shoes, where the shoes are located, how they are positioned, etc.
8. Starting wherever is most convenient, remove each spring and set them aside.
9. Remove the emergency brake cable.
10. Inspect the brake cylinder for leaks. If any are present, then the cylinders will need to be replaced as well.

ASSEMBLY
11. I found it easier to assemble the new shoes off of the car, and then place them back on the car.

INSTALLATION
12. Installation is basically the opposite of the removal. However, when you are reinstalling the tensioner plate, you will notice a part that pivots on the underside of the plate. This piece adjusts the distance of the brake shoes from one and other. This needs to be placed on the shortes distance setting in order to get the drum back on, but this is difficult to accomplish while installing the shoes back onto the car. I found it easier to completely install the shoes, and then to make this adjustment, by simply prying with a screwdriver.
13. Reinstall the drum, center bolt, dust cap and wheel.
14. Test before you put the tools away because further work may need to be done.

How To courtesy Of manniej