Removing and refitting the handbrake lever

REMOVING AND REFITTING THE HANDBRAKE LEVER

1. Remove the leather covering from the handbrake lever.

• Remove the trim from the tunnel (see: REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS - BODYWORK - GR. 66 - Central tunnel console).
• Completely unscrew the nut from the handbrake lever and free the control cable.
• Disconnect the electrical connector from the handbrake switch.

18.2 ÷ 29.4 Nm
(1.85 ÷ 3.00 kgm)

1. Raise the vehicle.

• Unscrew the two screws securing the handbrake lever and remove the lever together with the bracket.
• (Only for versions with catalyzer):
  • unscrew the screws securing the heat shield until the two screws securing the handbrake lever can be reached.

Refit by reversing the procedure followed for removal and tighten the retaining screws to the specified torque.