How do you adjust the rear brakes on a 2013 Corolla LE

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Asked by ScorpioRonCC Nov 11, 2015 at 08:14 PM about the 2013 Toyota Corolla LE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Rear break adjustment.How is this done?

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You don't. They are self adjusting. Don't try to adjust them

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Actually if you find a safe place and go in reverse up to about 15 mph, then hit the brakes hard. Do this a few times, maybe 4-5 but what makes you think they need adjustment?

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Thanks. When I push on the rear wheels they rotate more than 1 full circle and my Parking brake is about 10 clicks. ( I am 63 and use to the old method but there is a access slot for the star adjuster.) I guess the parking brake is a separate adjustment. Great response & thank you for your time & expertise.

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My Corolla is about 8 - 10 clicks before it is set. And the front brakes do 70%+ of stopping anyway. You are fine, no worries. And thank you for the compliment. I am 61 and am old-school myself. Correct, there is no slot for a screwdriver to turn the 'star' wheel on that car. It's very similar to the old proven designs but improved

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I have a 2010 Corolla and there is ano adjustment slot for the rear brakes, I just did them. Reverse up to 15 mpg and hitting the brakes will adjust them as well.

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I had my 2014 Corolla in for an oil change yesterday and I was told those back brakes are not self-adjusting after I inquired.

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My 2013 Corolla HAS a slot to adjust the brakes after installation of new shoes. Unlike older cars, the adjuster is on the top, under the wheel cylinder. After that, they adjust by driving in reverse and braking hard. It's important to have balanced braking with rear drums, or you will cause more wear on the front pads. If your car "dives" down on braking, the rear drums need adjusting. I love how Toyota has threaded holes in the drum to allow easy removal of stuck drums. Required, 2 M8 X 1.25 bolts. If your shop says that there is no adjustment, perhaps you have disc brakes in the rear as well.

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