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Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement Service

How much does a Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Chevrolet Prizm Brake Wheel Cylinder Replacement is $169 with $45 for parts and $123 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2002 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$239.53Shop/Dealer Price$275.04 - $352.32
2000 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$213.53Shop/Dealer Price$249.06 - $326.36
2001 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$213.53Shop/Dealer Price$249.06 - $326.36
2000 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$213.53Shop/Dealer Price$249.03 - $326.31
1999 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$213.53Shop/Dealer Price$249.08 - $326.39
1998 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$213.53Shop/Dealer Price$249.06 - $326.36
2001 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$220.03Shop/Dealer Price$255.38 - $332.55
2002 Chevrolet PrizmL4-1.8LService typeBrake Wheel Cylinder - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$220.03Shop/Dealer Price$255.87 - $333.40
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What is the Brake Wheel Cylinder all about?

Brake wheel cylinders push the brake shoes against the brake drum, causing friction that slows down the car. They are located in the rear brake system, inside the brake drums. Over time, wheel cylinder seals may wear out and start leaking brake fluid, reducing the effectiveness of the brakes.

Keep in mind:

Brake wheel cylinders are replaced in pairs. Both rear tires will get new cylinders.

How it's done:

  • Inspect rear wheel cylinders for leakage.
  • Inspect rear brake shoes and hardware.
  • Replace wheel cylinders if found faulty.
  • Adjust rear brakes.
  • Lube backing plate.
  • Make sure axle seals are not leaking into brake drums.
  • Bleed entire brake system.
  • Perform a brake inspection, including test drive.

Our recommendation:

It is a good idea to get the brake wheel cylinders inspected once every year. You should get your brake system inspected immediately if the brake warning light is on.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Brake Wheel Cylinder?

  • Brake pedal goes all the way to the floor.
  • Noise from rear brakes.
  • Fluid leaking underneath the car near rear tires.

How important is this service?

When you depress your brake pedal, the brake wheel cylinder applies pressure to the brake shoe. This pressure pushes the brake shoe into contact with the brake drum, which creates the friction that allows your vehicle to slow down and stop. When the brake wheel cylinder stops working, it is no longer able to exert enough force onto the brake shoe, and your vehicle will not be able to brake as effectively as it should.

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Chevrolet Prizm L4-1.8L - Oil Change - North Fort Myers, Florida
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Chevrolet Prizm L4-1.8L - Throttle Position Sensor - Fresh Meadows, New York
This guy is the go to guy. He thoroughly and rightfully does and job Step by step and explains everything he does. Very careful and patient guy. Recommend to anyone that’s booking appointments.

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Chevrolet Prizm L4-1.8L - Drive Belt Tensioner - Phoenix, Arizona
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Chevrolet Prizm L4-1.8L - AC is not working - Phoenix, Arizona
This guy knows what he's doing, and he will tell you what really needs to be done, and what other auto repair shops will do to screw you over. Very knowlegable, logical, and striaight to the point. He wants to see your car fixed as much as you do, and he'll tell you what you absolutely need to fix, and what you can save for later. He feels like a best friend who works on cars, who will tell you straight up whats what, and you take him for his word without question. This is the kind of guy I was looking for when I started using this service, and I'll use him as much as possible.

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