SEAT Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Leon Mk2 > Running gear | Brake system: | Brake, brake mechanics | Removing and installing handbrake lever

Handbrake: adjustment

Note

t	The rear brakes are self-adjusting, so the handbrake does not require adjustment in normal operation. Re-adjustment is only necessary after renewing handbrake cables, brake callipers, brake pads or brake discs.

t	The footbrake system must be bled and must be functioning properly.

t	Handbrake lever, handbrake cables and brackets must be fully installed.

–	Insert the lever at the brake callipers using feeler gauges; dimension A = 1.5 mm.

–	Press the brake pedal firmly at least three times.

–	Remove centre arm rest → body assembly work internal; Rep. gr.68.

Note

For removing the support foot of the centre armrest, you do not have to remove the centre console.

–	Remove the support foot for the centre console → bodywork, Interior fitting work; Rep. gr.68.

For illustration purposes, the diagram shows the handbrake lever after it has been removed from the vehicle.

–	Press release button -2-. Both catch hooks should catch the handbrake cable eyes

–	Let go of the release button.

–	Firmly pull handbrake lever 3 times.

Place handbrake lever in rest position.

–	Press release button. Both catch hooks should catch the handbrake cable eyes

–	Release the locking button.

–	Remove feeler gauge from brake callipers.

–	Check lever position at brake callipers.

–	Distance A between lever and stop must be between 0 and 1.5 mm.

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