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Nice, Karim. "How Drum Brakes Work." 18 August 2000. HowStuffWorks.com. <http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/brakes/brake-types/drum-brake.htm> 08 November 2009.

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Introduction to How Drum Brakes Work
The Drum Brake
Brake Adjuster

The Emergency Brake
Servicing
Drum Brake Diagram
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Drum Brake Diagram

Now let's put it all together. The drum brake diagram below shows how all the parts of the brake work together.

Drum brake diagram

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Inside this Article

Introduction to How Drum Brakes Work
The Drum Brake
Brake Adjuster
The Emergency Brake

Servicing
Drum Brake Diagram
Lots More Information
See all Brake Types articles

Inside this Article

Drum Brake Diagram

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