SEAT Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Leon Mk1 > Running gear | Brake systems | Brake, brake mechanics | Rear brake: repairing (vehicles with drum brakes)

Hand brake: adjustment

Note!

It will only be necessary to re-adjust the hand brake if the cables, brake back plate or brake pads are replaced.

Work sequence

–	Raise the vehicle.

–	Release hand brake.

–	Dismounting the center console: → General body repairs, assembly work, interior; Rep. Gr.68.

–	With the vehicle stationary, press brake pedal,

–	Tighten the hand brake lever by 4 notches.

–	Tighten the adjusting nuts -arrows- until it is difficult to turn the wheels by hand.

–	Let off hand brake and check if both wheels turn freely. If necessary loosen adjusting nuts.

–	Tighten the adjustment bolts by the locknuts.

Note!

Due to the automatic adjustment of the rear brake, it is not necessary to readjust the hand brake

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