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Adjust the handbrake

Fig 1: Identifying Adjusted Parking Brake
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The handbrake lever must be in its lowest position.

Full effect can be obtained between the second and fifth ratchet teeth.

CAUTION:

Follow the adjustment instructions to obtain full handbrake effect.

Turn the adjustment screw so that full braking effect is achieved between the second and the fifth notch.

Final check 

Check that the wheels rotate freely after adjustment.

Test drive and readjust the handbrake 

After replacing the brake shoes:

Drive the car at 30 km/h. Apply the handbrake lever until the car stops. This allows the brake shoes to bed into the brake drum.

Adjust the handbrake as required.