Parking Brake Adjusting Procedure

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NOTE: The parking brake pedal must be in the fully released position when releasing self adjuster.

Be sure that all 3 park brake cables are properly assembled to the equalizer bracket prior to cable adjustment.

Be sure park brake cable is properly seated on the park brake mechanism cam surface. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Identifying Park Brake Cable Routing In Pedal

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Using a pair of pliers, firmly grasp lock pin previously installed in park brake mechanism. Remove lock pin from park brake pedal mechanism, by pulling it firmly and rapidly from the park brake mechanism.

Apply and release the park brake lever several times. The rear wheels should rotate freely without dragging.