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(302) 734-1212
1155 S. Governors Avenue
Dover, DE 19904

Capitol Tire & Auto Service provides Rear Drum Brake Repair services to Dover, DE, Camden, DE, Kent County, DE, and other surrounding areas.

Approx. Time: 120 Minutes  |   Price Range: Get Quote for Price

The Basics Behind Rear Drum Brake Repair Services at Capitol Tire & Auto Service

Some brake systems use rear drum brakes instead of rear disc brakes. Drum brake components consist of brake drums, shoes, wheel cylinders, and hardware including springs and self-adjusters. The brake shoes sit against the drum until the brakes are applied. Once applied, brake fluid pushes the wheel cylinders against the brake shoes, which in turn press against the brake drum and create the friction required to stop your vehicle. When you let off the brakes, the springs return the brake shoes back to their original position. This self-adjusting system helps keep the brake shoes in position when the brakes are not applied. As the brake shoes gradually become worn, the self-adjuster compensates for the worn area by adjusting the original position of the brake shoe so that it is closer to the brake drum. Because rear drum brakes serve an important role in slowing your vehicle, it is wise to get them repaired and replaced as necessary.



Why Should You Have Rear Drum Brake Repair Services Performed at Capitol Tire & Auto Service?

During use, rear drum brakes create a serious amount of heat and friction that can degrade brake components over time. Grinding, screeching, or squealing noises signal worn brake shoes rubbing against the brake drum. Worn springs and an insufficiently lubricated self-adjuster can cause brake shoes to wear down quickly. Rapid and excessive wear may also point to problems with other components. Wheel cylinders that do not receive adequate brake fluid and worn springs that are unable to return brake shoes to their original position are both contributors to worn brake shoes and inevitable rear brake repairs. Because driving on worn rear drum brakes can endanger the life of yourself and other passengers, it is important to repair your brakes as needed. Our rear drum brake repair service can help. We cover rear drum brakes and accompanying components--like brake shoes, wheel cylinders, springs, and self-adjusters--to help ensure maximum drum brake performance.

We proudly service the Rear Drum Brake Repair needs of customers in Dover, DE, Camden, DE, Kent County, DE, and surrounding areas.

Areas Served : Dover, DE | Camden, DE | Kent County, DE | and surrounding areas

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Capitol Tire & Auto Service in Dover, DE

In business since 1982, Capitol Tire & Auto Service offers a level of personalized service you simply won't find anywhere else. Visit us for auto repair and tire services in Dover, DE, Camden, DE, Kent County, DE, and surrounding areas. At our auto repair and tire shop, customer satisfaction is the top priority. Trust us to always go the extra mile by providing friendly and professional service, a clean shop, extreme attention to detail, genuine concern for your safety, honesty and integrity on every job, and reasonable prices. There's no better place to go in the Dover area when you car needs work than Capitol Tire & Auto Service. 

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Phone: (302) 734-1212
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Address: 1155 S Governors Avenue
Dover, DE 19904
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