Keep the rear drum brakes adjusting correctly with the Carlson Drum Brake Self-Adjuster Repair Kit (P/N 12565). It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the rear-right drum brake on the 2011-2019 Ford Fiesta and 2011-2014 Mazda 2 (All engines), replacing the hardware that keeps shoe-to-drum clearance in check as the linings wear.
A drum brake self-adjuster automatically takes up the gap between the shoes and drum as the friction material wears, helping maintain proper pedal height and travel. When the adjuster lever, return spring, or adjuster screw corrodes or seizes, that automatic adjustment stops working.
- Self-adjuster hardware set: includes an adjuster lever, a return spring, and a right-hand adjuster screw assembly — one of each.
- Steel adjuster: steel construction with a corrosion-resistant coating.
- Built to spec: made to match Original Equipment (OE) quality specifications.
- Correct intervals: designed to help keep the brake adjustments occurring at the proper intervals as the shoes wear.
This kit services the rear-right (RR) position; for even braking, replace the matching left-side hardware at the same time — each side uses one kit. If worn or seized self-adjuster hardware is the cause of a low rear brake pedal or excessive pedal travel, this kit replaces those components; diagnose the cause before replacing. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: H2781 · FH12565 · 81545 · H12565
Manufacturer part number 12565.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this kit do?
It replaces the drum brake self-adjuster hardware that automatically takes up shoe-to-drum clearance as the linings wear, helping maintain proper brake pedal height and travel.
Which vehicles does P/N 12565 fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the rear-right drum brake on the 2011-2019 Ford Fiesta and 2011-2014 Mazda 2, all engines.
What's included in the kit?
An adjuster lever, a return spring, and a right-hand adjuster screw assembly — one of each. The adjuster is steel with a corrosion-resistant coating.
Which wheel position is this for?
It's cataloged for the rear-right (RR) position. For balanced braking, replace the matching left-side hardware at the same time; each side uses one kit.
What numbers does it interchange with?
It replaces H2781, FH12565, 81545, and H12565. The manufacturer part number is 12565.