Parking Brake Adjustment

PROCEDURE

1. Check the clearance between the pads and the disc (drum) by pressing the pedal several times.

2. Raise the rear of the vehicle and remove the wheels.

3. If the rear brakes are disc type, make sure that the caliper lever rests against the stopper when the pedal and brake lever are released.

4. Remove the center section of the instrument panel.

5. Count the number of ratchet clicks of the lever until resistance is felt.

6. Turn the nut to adjust the lever travel (refer to Subsection 11.1).

7. Make sure that the rear wheels are locked when the brake is applied and rotate freely when it is released.

8. Check that the warning lamp illuminates after the brake is applied. If necessary, adjust the switch (refer to Subsection 11.18).

9. Install the instrument panel section and lower the vehicle.

10. Before driving, check the parking brake operation.