Cable - handbrake (Brakes)

CABLE - HANDBRAKE

Service repair no - 70.35.10

Check

1. Remove rear console. See BODY, Interior trim components.
2. Apply handbrake lever one notch at a time and count number of notches required to apply the brakes firmly, equivalent to a pull of 20 kgf applied at mid point of handbrake lever grip. Handbrake lever travel = 4 to 7 notches.
3. Adjust handbrake cable tension if travel is outside limits.

CAUTION: Travel must not be less than 4 notches

Adjust

NOTE: If carrying out handbrake adjustment after brake drum installation, start engine and depress brake pedal several times to set self-adjusting mechanism before adjusting handbrake cable.

1. Raise rear of vehicle.

WARNING: Support on safety stands.

2. Check handbrake cable connections for free movement in handbrake equalizer.
3. Apply handbrake one notch.

4. Tighten equalizer adjusting nut until rear wheels drag slightly when turned.
5. Release handbrake lever and check that rear wheels do not drag when turned. Adjust if necessary.
6. Apply handbrake one notch at a time and count the number of notches until both rear wheels lock. This should be a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 7 clicks. Adjust if necessary.
7. Release handbrake lever.
8. Fit rear console. See BODY, Interior trim components.