[methom]

I've been researching on what kind of brakes my 2004 Honda Accord Lx 4-cylinder uses. Looking at them it looks like drums but going to handa-accessories.com it shows that it uses disc. Just wanted to get you all's knowledge on what my car rear brake system is using.

Thanks in advance,
Lu

 

[yal]

Honda used both on the rear of the Accords they sold. Usually an LX of that year has rear drums.
I'm guessing you have steel wheels so you can't see the brakes? Best bet is to take a rear wheel off and have a look for yourself
Or you can take your VIN number to the dealer or someone who can run it and have them tell you what it is.

All online store databases list both brakes or just rear discs, and some are sometimes incomplete or out right wrong.

 

[methom]

Thanks for the response! I upgraded my hubcaps to factory wheels and can see that it is drums. I was just confused because I went to handaaccessories.com and it said disc brakes. Was just hopeful that it was disc brake as it seems like drum brakes are harder to work on.

Honda used both on the rear of the Accords they sold. Usually an LX of that year has rear drums.
I'm guessing you have steel wheels so you can't see the brakes? Best bet is to take a rear wheel off and have a look for yourself
Or you can take your VIN number to the dealer or someone who can run it and have them tell you what it is.

All online store databases list both brakes or just rear discs, and some are sometimes incomplete or out right wrong.

 

[CrackerTeg]

Drum brakes last a whole lot longer than the rear discs though. A lot of people have had issues with rear calipers seizing up. One reason why I haven't done the swap on mine. The other reason is a perpetually empty wallet.

 

[sunny416]

i too have an lx. it uses drum in the rear and disc in the fronts.

 

[03EX]

LX: front disc, rear drum. EX: front and rear disc.

 

[hometheaterman]

While the drum brakes are slightly more difficult to work on, they are still very simple. Just take apart one side at a time so you can refer to the other side.

 

[Battery]

Didn't know where to ask this question but I am wondering when I should look at replacing my rear drums. If so, how much do parts cost as well as labor?

I had the front discs done already. Thanks.

 

[tibug]

edit: woops...I dunno how I replied to this old thread.


First, Do you hear any noise from the rear brakes? The shoes will usually make a scraping noise when they're low but it's a bit different sound than worn brake pads on a disc brake.

If you don't hear any noise you're probably fine. But also consider how many miles are on your car and the driving conditions. Does it have a lot of miles and/or has it been used in lots of stop & go traffic? If the car is 10 years old and has 150k on it, I'd probably at least take the drums off and inspect everything. As mentioned above, drum brakes will last longer than disc brakes, but exactly how long depends on a) the driver/driving conditions and b) the engineered front/rear brake bias of the particular vehicle.

I recently planned to replace the drum brakes on my mom's '00 Camry. It's got 100k miles on it. I took off the rear wheels and drums and was amazed to see that everything looked pristine. The pads were maybe 25% worn and there was zero rust save for light surface rust on the drum, despite this being a northeast car. So I just put the drums and wheels back on.

In any event, if you want to do the rear brakes, all PARTS shouldn't cost you more than $100-$150...that's aftermarket. I don't know what OEM parts would cost, but that would include drums, shoes, and all hardware (springs, adjusters, etc). You'll also want to make sure that the wheel cylinders aren't leaking. If they're not, you don't have to replace them.

A auto mechanic is going to mark up parts, so expect to pay more. Labor? I'd expect in the $100 range, but ask around.

 

[Battery]

edit: woops...I dunno how I replied to this old thread.


First, Do you hear any noise from the rear brakes? The shoes will usually make a scraping noise when they're low but it's a bit different sound than worn brake pads on a disc brake.

If you don't hear any noise you're probably fine. But also consider how many miles are on your car and the driving conditions. Does it have a lot of miles and/or has it been used in lots of stop & go traffic? If the car is 10 years old and has 150k on it, I'd probably at least take the drums off and inspect everything. As mentioned above, drum brakes will last longer than disc brakes, but exactly how long depends on a) the driver/driving conditions and b) the engineered front/rear brake bias of the particular vehicle.

I recently planned to replace the drum brakes on my mom's '00 Camry. It's got 100k miles on it. I took off the rear wheels and drums and was amazed to see that everything looked pristine. The pads were maybe 25% worn and there was zero rust save for light surface rust on the drum, despite this being a northeast car. So I just put the drums and wheels back on.

In any event, if you want to do the rear brakes, all PARTS shouldn't cost you more than $100-$150...that's aftermarket. I don't know what OEM parts would cost, but that would include drums, shoes, and all hardware (springs, adjusters, etc). You'll also want to make sure that the wheel cylinders aren't leaking. If they're not, you don't have to replace them.

A auto mechanic is going to mark up parts, so expect to pay more. Labor? I'd expect in the $100 range, but ask around.

I am not too familiar w/ the drums to be able to look and take apart. Car has 75K and it's a 2005. I don't notice any particular sounds.

 

[remixedg]

my 05 lx i4 has drums most likely I would assume so would that one.

 

[steve4748]

I feel like disc brakes are the way to go, as far as stopping the car better. Also in the shop id much rather do a brake job on rear discs then rear drums lol