Parking Brake System: Adjustments

PARKING BRAKE LEVER STROKE

Inspection





Check that the stroke is within specification when the parking brake lever is pulled with a force of 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb).

Stroke: 5 - 7 notches

Adjustment
1. Before adjustment, start the engine and depress the brake pedal several times.
2. Stop the engine.



3. Remove the parking brake lever cover and turn the adjusting nut at the front of the parking cable.
4. After adjustment, check the following points:
(1) Turn the ignition switch ON, pull the parking brake lever one notch and check that the parking brake warning lamp illuminates.
(2) Check that the rear brakes do not drag.