Brakes (Handbrake): Adjustments

_ADJUSTMENTS

Handbrake

$% 70.45.09

Check

1. Apply the handbrake lever 3 notches on the ratchet. The handbrake should be fully operational.
2. If the handbrake is not fully operational, the brake shoes and/or the handbrake cable need adjusting.

Adjust

1. Raise rear of vehicle.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

2. Ensure handbrake lever is fully released.

3. Tighten brake shoe adjusting bolt until brake drum is locked, then back off adjusting bolt 1.5 turns. Check that the brake drum is free to rotate.
4. Recheck handbrake operation.If handbrake is not fully applied with 3 notches on the ratchet, the handbrake cable requires adjustment.
5. Remove switch panel from centre console. WINDOWS, REPAIRS, Switch - console.
6. Release handbrake lever gaiter from centre console.

7. Rotate adjuster anti-clockwise to increase cable tension (reduce notches) or clockwise to decrease cable tension (increase notches).
8. Recheck handbrake operation.
9. Secure handbrake lever gaiter to centre console.
10. Fit switch panel to centre console. WINDOWS, REPAIRS, Switch - console.
11. Remove stand(s) and lower vehicle.