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Parking Brake System: Adjustments

Adjustment

NOTE: Make sure for the following conditions before cable adjustment.
^ No air is trapped in brake system.
^ Brake pedal braver is proper.
^ Brake pedal has been depressed a few times with about 30 kg (66 lbs.) load.
^ Parking brake lever (1) has been pulled up a few times with about 20 kg (44 lbs.) force.
^ Rear brake shoes are not worn beyond limit, and self adjusting mechanism operates properly.
^ To slacken parking brake cable (2), loosen self locking nut (3) as far as end of bolt. Then depress brake pedal a few times with about 30 kg (66 lbs.) load.

After confirming that the 6 conditions are all satisfied, adjust parking brake lever stroke by loosening or tightening locking nut.

NOTE: Check brake drum for dragging after adjustment.





Parking brake stroke (when lever is pulled up at 20 kg (44 lbs.)) 5 to 7 notches

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