Adjusting handbrake

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Adjusting handbrake
Note

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 calipers,
brake pads or brake discs.
The footbrake system must be bled and must be functioning
properly.
Handbrake lever, handbrake cables and brackets must be fully
installed.

Adjust lever position at brake calipers using

feeler gauges to ensure that A = 1.5 mm.
Depress brake pedal firmly at least three
times.
For illustration purposes, the diagram shows
the handbrake lever after it has been removed
from the vehicle.

Press release button, item -2-. (Both springloaded hooks must catch eyelets on
handbrake cable.)
Let go of the release button.
Firmly apply the handbrake lever at least 3
times.
Place handbrake lever in rest position.
Press release button. (Both spring-loaded
hooks must catch eyelets on handbrake
cable).
Let go of the release button.
Remove feeler gauge from brake calipers.

Check lever position at brake calipers.

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

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