Hand Brake: Description: Service

The servicing requirements for the hand brake lever and cable system are minimal. However, the hand brake cables remain a serviceable item and will need to be periodically replaced. The cables will always be in tension due to the automatic adjuster and this tension must be released in order to facilitate replacement. The process to achieve this is as follows:

1. Lower hand brake to rest position
2. Release gaiter from center console and roll back to expose lever assembly
3. Remove access panel from rear of center console
4. Pull back equalizer until adjuster spring is fully compressed
5. Replace pin. A suitably sized pin of adequate strength (preferably steel) may be used
6. Replace cables
7. Remove pin. The pin may be removed with the hand brake in any position
8. Replace gaiter and rear access panel.