Drum Brake Adjusting Lever Return Spring

Returns the brake adjusting lever to its original position after adjustment.

The drum brake adjusting lever return spring pulls the adjusting lever back to its original position, allowing the brakes to adjust automatically as the shoes wear.

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Typical part cost

$5–$20🔒

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Typical labor cost

$50–$100🔒

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Typically lasts

80,000–150,000 mi

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Or about

5.0–10.0 years

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DIY difficulty

3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Drum Brake Adjusting Lever Return Spring is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Brakes not adjusting properly

Poor braking performance

Brake noise

Uneven brake wear

Brake pedal feels soft

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Drum Brake Adjusting Lever Return Spring

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Inspect Drum Brake Adjusting Lever Return Spring

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