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MG MGF Factory Workshop Manual (1995-2000)15 · Brakes
15 · Brakes

Handbrake lever

Make
MG
Model
MGF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs › Handbrake lever
BrakesHandbrake lever · page 1 of 4

HANDBRAKE LEVER

Service repair no - 70.35.08

Remove

  1. Remove front console. See BODY, Interior trim components.
Handbrake lever – Remove front console. See BODY, Interior trim components.
  1. Loosen cable adjuster nut and disconnect 2 cables from compensator.
  2. Remove 2 bolts securing lever to body.
  3. Disconnect Lucar from switch and remove handbrake lever.

Refit

  1. Connect Lucar to switch.
  2. Position handbrake lever to body, fit and tighten bolts to 25 Nm.
  3. Connect cables to compensator.
  4. Adjust handbrake cables. See Adjustments.
  5. Fit front console. See BODY, Interior trim components.

HANDBRAKE CABLES

Service repair no - 70.35.28

NOTE: Handbrake cables have colour coded identification bands: Purple - RH, Orange - LH.

WARNING: See RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, Precautions.

Remove

  1. Position vehicle on a 2 post ramp.
  2. Make the SRS system safe. See RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, Precautions.
  3. Remove engine cover. See ENGINE, Repairs.
  4. Remove engine compartment access panel. See BODY, Exterior fittings.
  5. Release handbrake to off position.
Handbrake cables – Release handbrake to off position.
  1. Remove and discard 2 ’R’ clips, and remove 2 clevis pins securing handbrake cables to rear calipers.
  2. Remove and discard 2 clips securing handbrake cable abutments to caliper brackets and release cables.

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