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Parking/Emergency Brake

  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. 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 as specified, raise and support rear of vehicle. Release parking brake lever.
  3. Rotate cable adjusting nut at lever end of cable, located under console cover, until stroke is within specification. Ensure rear brakes do not drag. Ensure parking brake warning light illuminates when brake lever is pulled one notch.
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