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Parking Brake (Drum)

NOTE: If brakes have been serviced, adjust parking brake to prevent premature brake wear. Clean and lubricate threaded rod on parking brake adjuster before turning adjuster.
  1. Adjust rear brake shoes. See REAR BRAKE SHOES. Pull parking brake lever until 5 ratchet clicks are heard. Raise and support vehicle.
  2. Adjust parking brake cable adjuster nut until left rear wheel can just be turned rearward when trying to turn wheel with 2 hands, but cannot be turned forward. Release parking brake. Ensure wheels rotate freely. Lower vehicle.