Sportage 2WD 4Dr L4-2.0L (2000)
Parking Brake Lever: Adjustments
Check that the stroke is within specification when the parking brake lever is pulled with a force of 22 lb (10 kg, 98 N).
Stroke: 6 - 8 notches
ADJUSTMENT
1. Before adjustment, start the engine and depress the brake pedal several times while the vehicle is moving in reverse.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the center console.
4. Remove the adjusting nut clip and turn the adjusting nut at the front of the parking cable.
5. After adjusting, check the following points:
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Turn the ignition switch "ON", pull the parking brake lever one notch, and check that the parking brake warning lamp illuminates.
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Verify that the rear brakes do not drag.
