Parking Brake: Notes
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NOTE:
Accurate adjustment of the parking brake is only possible if the Bowden cables and all moving parts move easily and function correctly.
Parking brake adjustment is necessary when:
- Replacing parking brake shoes.
- Replacing brake discs.
- Resetting adjustment unit
- Excessive actuation stroke (10 teeth).
- Replacing parking brake Bowden cables.