Whenever the brake shoes are replaced, the retracting and hold-down springs should also be replaced due to the continuous heating and cooling cycle that causes them to lose tension over time, potentially allowing the shoes to drag on the drum and wear at an accelerated rate. Begin by loosening the wheel lug nuts, raising the rear of the vehicle, and securely supporting it on jack stands while blocking the front wheels to prevent rolling. Remove the rear wheels and the brake drum; if the drum is stuck due to corrosion, apply penetrating oil around the flange and studs, let it soak, and then tap around the studs and back edge to loosen it. If the drum is locked onto the shoes from excessive wear, knock out the plug in the access hole, use a screwdriver to push the actuator lever off the star adjuster, and back off the adjuster wheel to retract the shoes, ensuring to install a new plug afterward to keep water out. Clean the brake assembly with brake system cleaner, then inspect the brake drum for score marks, grooves, hard spots, and cracks; if worn or out-of-round, it can be resurfaced by a machine shop, and professionals recommend this whenever a brake job is done. If resurfacing is not an option, remove glazing with emery cloth or sandpaper. Repeat the process for the other rear brake assembly, then install the brake drums, pump the brake several times, and adjust the star wheels until the shoes slightly drag on the drums before backing off the adjuster. Install the rear wheels, secure the lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque. Finally, check the brake pedal position; if it approaches the floor, further adjustment is necessary, which can be achieved by backing up and making repeated stops to actuate the self-adjusters, and always test the brakes for proper operation before driving in traffic.