Colt L4-1597cc 1.6L SOHC Turbo (1985)
Parking Brake System: Adjustments
1.
Apply parking brake lever with a force of approximately 45 lbs. while counting number of clicks. Lever should click 5-7 times.
2.
If not within specifications, release parking brake lever and remove center console, if equipped.
3.
Loosen adjusting nut on parking brake lever to free parking brake cables, then depress brake pedal several times to ensure shoe to drum clearance
is properly maintained by self-adjusters.
4.
Tighten adjusting nut until brake lever can be raised 5-7 notches with a force of approximately 45 lbs. If adjusting nut is tightened excessively,
self-adjuster mechanism will be inoperative.
5.
After adjustment, raise rear of vehicle and ensure brakes do not drag with parking brake lever released.
