Rear wheel brake drum removal is being discussed. Technician A says that on some FWD vehicles, the rear bearings must be disassembled to remove the drum. Technician B says that on some FWD vehicles, the drums are held in place by wheel lugs. Who is correct?

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Both statements are correct. On some front-wheel-drive (FWD) vehicles, the rear wheel bearings must be disassembled to remove the brake drum, and on others, the drums are indeed held in place by the wheel lugs.

Rear Wheel Brake Drum Removal Is Being Discussed