What are the signs that drum brakes need replacement?

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Signs that drum brakes need replacement include: 1. The vehicle has traveled 80,000 kilometers; 2. Hearing a sharp screeching noise when braking; 3. Excessive wear on the vehicle's braking system; 4. Brakes are not responsive. The method for replacing drum brakes is as follows: 1. Remove the tire, tap the surface of the brake drum with a hammer to loosen it, then remove it; 2. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the spring gap and pry out the return spring; 3. Remove the bolts fixing the brake shoes and take off the brake shoes; 4. Remove the positioning pins of the brake shoes, install them on the new brake shoes, and assemble them onto the brake assembly; 5. Adjust the handbrake height after installation; 6. Install the new brake drum and tire.