Parking Brake Cable
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Always adjust parking brake shoes first before brake cable adjustment. See PARKING BRAKE SHOES
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NOTE:
After adjustments, ensure there is no drag when parking brake control pedal is being released. Ensure toggle lever returns to stopper when parking brake pedal is released.
- Operate the pedal 10 or more times with the force of 66 lbs. (30 kg).
- Depress the pedal until a deep well socket can be inserted. Insert the socket and rotate the self locking nut to adjust the pedal stroke. See Fig 1
- Turn adjuster nut until parking brake pedal stroke is 5-6 notches with the force of 45 lbs. (20.4 kg).
- With the pedal completely returned, make sure that there is no drag on the rear brake.