Parking Brake Adjustment
Parking brake adjustment sets the operating travel and interaction of the mechanism. It is appropriate only when the shoes, cables and levers are serviceable and move freely. Excessive cable tension can leave the brakes dragging, so we start by examining the mechanism rather than tightening an adjuster. The sequence depends on the design, with relevant wheel components set before the operating linkage. Final checks cover holding ability and full release, while any defects are explained separately from the adjustment itself.
Symptoms
- Excessive lever travel with an otherwise serviceable mechanism.
What's included
- Check the condition of shoes, cables and levers.
- Set the wheel mechanism as required by its design.
- Adjust the operating travel of the linkage.
- Check holding ability and absence of brake drag.
More details
Parking brake adjustment sets the operating travel and interaction of the mechanism. It is appropriate only when the shoes, cables and levers are serviceable and move freely. Excessive cable tension can leave the brakes dragging, so we start by examining the mechanism rather than tightening an adjus
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