Thunderbird (1965-69)

With brake pedal fully released, adjust front cable adjusting nut at equalizer lever for distance of 9-9 1/4" from face of cable bracket on crossmember to adjusting nut seat on equalizer. Loosen adjusting nut on rear cable equalizer and turn lock nut several turns forward. Depress parking brake pedal 1 3/4", tighten adjusting nut at rear cable equalizer until moderate drag is felt at rear wheels. Tighten lock nut against equalizer. Release brake pedal and check rear wheels for freedom of rotation (no drag). Apply parking brake pedal 2"; this should hold vehicle. Release pedal, then depress 1/2"; brakes should not drag.