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  1. On models with rear disc brakes, depress brake pedal several times. On models with rear drum brakes, start engine and depress brake pedal several times while vehicle is moving in Reverse. Stop engine.
  2. On all models, pull parking brake lever with a force of 22 lbs. (10 kg). If stroke is 5-7 notches, parking brake is properly adjusted. If stroke is not 5-7 notches, raise and support rear of vehicle. Release parking brake lever.
  3. Rotate cable adjusting nut at lever end of cable (under console cover) until stroke is within specification. On models equipped with rear disc brakes, ensure clearance between stopper and lever (at each caliper) is not less than .08" (2 mm) on RX7, or zero on all other models. On all models, ensure parking brake warning light illuminates when brake lever is pulled one notch.
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