Discovery II
BRAKES
ADJUSTMENTS
70-29
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.
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.
11. Remove stand(s) and lower vehicle.