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Park Brake Adjustment Verification Check

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  1. Apply and release the park brake lever 3-5 times.
  2. Install the J-28662  Brake Pedal Effort Gauge to the park brake lever pedal.
  3. Observe the number of detents required to apply the park brake pedal to the amount of force specified, as indicated on the J-28662  Brake Pedal Effort Gauge.

    Specification 

    8-10 detents to apply the park brake pedal to 300 N (67 lb) of force

  4. If the number of detents required to achieve correct force is less than the specification, then the cable tension is too high. Repeat adjustment steps as necessary.
  5. If the number is detents required to achieve correct force is greater than the specification, then the cable tension is too low. Repeat adjustment steps as necessary.