Adjusting handbrake

Make

Volkswagen

Model

Golf Mk3

Section

Brake, brake mechanics › Repairing rear brakes (disc brakes) › Adjusting handbrake

Running gearAdjusting handbrake

Adjusting handbrake   Note t  The rear brakes are self-adjusting, so the handbrake does not require adjustment in normal operation. Adjustment is only necessary after renewing handbrake cables, brake calipers and brake discs.

t  Remove handle and trim panel to adjust the adjusting nuts -arrows-. –  Handbrake lever in released position. Tighten adjusting nut until lever -arrow- lifts off brake caliper stop.

–  A gap of max. 1.5 mm from stop -arrow- is permissible each side, gap should be the same on both sides. A -  Up to model year 95 (S) B -  As of model year 96 (T) 1 -  Feeler gauge –  Pull handbrake on 3 times and then release again. –  Check that both wheels turn freely.

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