17. Apply the handbrake several times to set the correct clearance between the shoe and the brake drum, then release the lever completely. Applying moderate force, tighten the handbrake until it stops and count the number of clicks of the ratchet; if this number does not correspond to the data given in Specifications. adjustment required.
18. To adjust the handbrake, block the front wheels, then jack up the rear of the car and place it on axle stands. Working inside, loosen and remove the plastic cover of the handbrake lever (photo).
19. The handbrake adjustment mechanism is located at the front of the area where the handbrake lever passes through the floor panel into the car. Note that the right cable controls the right brake and the left cable controls the left. The procedure for adjusting either brake is identical; however, both brakes must be adjusted equally, i.e. when the lever is pulled, both brakes are applied simultaneously and with the same force.
20. Set the handbrake lever to the fourth notch on the ratchet and loosen the lock nut. Adjust the cable by turning the adjusting nut until the brake begins to grab the wheel (photo). Now check that the wheel is braked when the lever is set to a position between the fifth and sixth notches on the ratchet and rotates freely when the lever is released.
21. Re-tighten the lock nut, then adjust the opposite brake in the same way.
22. When the adjustment is complete, install the plastic cover and lower the vehicle.
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