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Hand-brake cable: remove and install (disc brake) > < Hand-brake cable: remove and install (drum brake)|Fitting

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Adjusting handbrake
Adjusting handbrake
  Note
Due to the automatic adjustment of the rear brake, it is not necessary to readjust the hand brake They should only be readjusted when the hand brake cables, the brake callipers or the brake pads or discs have been replaced.
–  Remove central console extension: → Bodywork, interior installation work ; Rep. Gr. 68
l  The brake pedal must be ready to operate and purged of air
–  Release hand brake.
–  Press the brake pedal repeatedly and strongly.
   
–  Work the hand brake strongly four times and leave it loose again.
–  Tighten the adjusting nuts -arrow- 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 nut.
  E46-10014

Hand-brake cable: remove and install (disc brake) > < Hand-brake cable: remove and install (drum brake)|Fitting