Parking Brake

Parking Brake








The parking brake handle assembly is a new design.
A mounting pan flanged to the floorpan houses the automatic cable adjuster with right left cable equalization.

Automatic Cable Adjuster (ASZE unit)
The ASZE unit provides automatic cable adjustments (for normal stretch) and is located in the mounting pan. The ASZE unit consists of:
^ Cable tensioning spring
^ Rack extension
^ Locking clip and hook
The ASZE unit holds both cables under equal tension via a balance arm.

Note: Parking brake lining wear is not compensated by the ASZE unit (traditional adjustments at the wheels are still required).








The possible positions of the automatic cable adjuster are shown in the following illustration:
The operating position of the automatic cable adjuster is represented by position A. If there is a cable break, the automatic cable adjuster is in position B. The tensioning spring is in the most untensioned position. The balance arm acts as a force equalizing device and ensures the uniform distribution of actuating force to both cables. The mounting clip locks the cables in the balance arm and prevents the cable ends from being forced out.