Brakes (Handbrake operation): Description and operation
- Make
- MG
- Model
- TF Factory Workshop Manual
- Year
- 2002–2005
- Section
- Description and operation › Handbrake operation
BrakesHandbrake operation · page 1 of 2
HANDBRAKE OPERATION
- Handbrake lever
- Compensator spring
- Compensator
- Lever to compensator, retainer
- Adjuster nut
- Handbrake cable, abutment bracket
- Handbrake cable, RH
- Handbrake cable, LH
- Plunger
The handbrake operates on both rear discs via two rear cables, compensator and an intermediate rod which connects to the handbrake lever.
- Push rod
- Spring
- Cone seating
- Piston
- Brake pads
- Adjuster nut
- Push rod thread
- Caliper lever
As the handbrake lever is applied, movement is transmitted through the intermediate rod to the compensator which, in turn, transmits movement to the two rear cables. Each rear cable pulls on a lever on a rear caliper.
Parts & tools for this job For 2002 MG TF
- PARTBrake padsSearch: MG TF 2002 brake pads
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- FLUIDBrake fluidSearch: brake fluid
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