🚗 Classic Fault — Mercedes-Benz W115 (1968–1976)
Rear brake drum binding after adjustment
💰 Estimated Repair Cost
$20 – $70 USD
Parts and labour estimate
🔧 Tools Required
Drum brake tools
📋 Overview
Rear drum brakes that have been over-adjusted or have seized adjusters cause continuous rubbing. The star wheel adjuster can corrode and stick.
🩺 Symptoms
- Rear wheels binding
- brake smell from rear
- car feels sluggish
- uneven rear tyre wear
🔍 Possible Causes
- Over-adjusted drum brakes
- seized adjuster star wheel
- incorrect adjustment
🛠️ Diagnosis Steps
Jack rear and spin wheels by hand. Any binding confirms over-adjustment or seized shoe.
✅ Most Confirmed Fix
Replace corroded adjusters. Adjust drums correctly.
80% of users confirm this fix worked (22 reports)
🏷️ Parts Needed
Adjuster star wheel set
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