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Brake Band Adjustment

BRAKE BAND ADJUSTMENT
Proper brake band adjustment results in smooth shifting between 1st & 2nd and 2nd & 3rd. Although the adjustment is very simple, it is im portant to use an accurate torque wrench.

1. Loosen locknut.





2. Torque anchor end pin lock nut to 4 to 6 N.m (O.4 to 0.6 kg.m, 2.9 to 4.3 ft.lb)
3. Back off anchor end pin lock nut 2.5 complete turns.
4. Tighten locknut to 16 to 22 N.m (1.6 to 2.2 kg.m, 12 to 16 ft.lb) while holding anchor end pin lock nut stationary.