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Parking Brake: 929

  1. Depress brake pedal several times. Pull parking brake lever with a force of 44 lbs. (20 kg). If stroke is 6-8 notches, parking brake is properly adjusted. If stroke is not 6-8 notches, adjust parking brake shoes. See PARKING BRAKE SHOES under ADJUSTMENTS  .
    NOTE: If rear brake shoes are removed for any reason, parking brake cable tension should be checked and adjusted.
  2. Release parking brake lever. Using a screwdriver, reach through parking brake handle hole in console and rotate adjusting screw until stroke is 6-8 notches. Ensure rear wheels rotate freely. Ensure parking brake warning light illuminates when brake lever is pulled one notch.