Parking Brake System: Service and Repair
Parking Brake System: On-Vehicle ServiceLEVER STROKE
^ When the parking brake lever is operated with the specified force, check that the stroke is within the specified number of notches. Measure the stroke by listening and counting the ratchet clicks until the parking brake is fully engaged.
INSPECTION
^ Check that the components are attached properly, check for looseness or backlash.
^ Check the parking brake lever assembly for bends, damage and cracks, and replace if necessary.
^ Check the cables for wear and damage, and replace if necessary.
^ Check the parking brake warning lamp switch for any malfunction, and repair if necessary.
ADJUSTMENT
1) Remove the rear half of the center console.
2) Rotate the adjusting nut to loosen the cable until the cable tension is sufficiently released.
3) Remove the rear wheels and tires.
4) Remove the rear disc rotor and measure inner diameter of the parking brake drum at widest point using a suitable tool as shown.
5) Transfer the measurement less 0.6 mm (0.024 in) to the parking brake shoes and adjust them accordingly.
6) Using the wheel nuts, secure the rear disc rotor to the hub to prevent it from tilting.
7) Rotate the rear disc rotor to make sure there is no drag.
8) Adjust the parking brake cables as follows:
a) Operate the parking brake lever 10 or more times with a force of 490 N (50 kg-f, 110 lb-f).
b) Rotate the adjusting nut to adjust the parking brake lever stroke to specification.
Lever stroke.
c) With the parking brake lever completely disengaged, make sure there is no drag on the parking brakes.