Parking Brake Cable Freeplay Adjustment
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Inspect and perform any needed service on the brake pads before adjusting parking brake cable freeplay.
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Make sure the parking brake is NOT set (the lever should be in the DOWN position).
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Remove the seat closeoff panel. See Seat Closeoff Removal / Installation
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Pull the brake cable back to inspect freeplay between the cable end and the caliper bracket. Freeplay should be 1/16 - 1/8 in (1.5 - 3 mm).
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To adjust freeplay, loosen the jam nut. Turn the in-line adjuster nut outward to decrease freeplay. Turn the adjuster nut inward to increase freeplay.
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Tighten the jam nut against the adjuster nut.