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How do you tighten the handbrake?

PostPosted: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 7:03 +0000
by Higherlux
Mine is so loose it won't even hold on a slight gradient, just had the brakes done and I am sick of going back to mechanics after a job is done. Can you do it yourself and if so, how? Any pics for reference would be much appreciated.

Re: How do you tighten the handbrake?

PostPosted: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 7:12 +0000
by Higherlux
just found link to servicing by olcoolone further down the page; looks like I'll have to go back to mechanic
:cry:

Re: How do you tighten the handbrake?

PostPosted: Thu, 16 Jun 2011 7:24 +0000
by MADDOG
You can do it yourself. It's very easy. Follow the instructions for adjusting rear brake drums in this link
:arrow: viewtopic.php?f=13&t=4036 . Make sure your handbrake is off when adjusting the drums. You will find the drum brake adjustment tool in good auto shops.