1997 RENAULT KANGOO handbrake

MECHANICAL ELEMENT CONTROLS
Handbrake control lever
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REMOVAL
Release the handbrake.
Remove the lower bolts from the exhaust
downpipe.
Remove the rear rubber mounting for the exhaust
pipe.
NOTE : attach the exhaust pipe to the body.
Remove the heat shields.
12998S
98826-2R
Note the handbrake adjustment dimen-
sion,between the end of the nut (1) and the rod.
Slacken nut ( 1 )to release the two cables.
Remove the linkage from the clip (2).
Remove the two handbrake control lever
mounting nuts.
Remove the handbrake lever and disconnect the
connector.
REFITTING
Refitting is the reverse of removal.
Refit the heat shields.
Remember to reconnect the handbrake
connector.
Reset the handbrake control linkage to the
dimension noted on removal.
If necessary, adjust the lever travel (see section
"Adjusting the control").
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MECHANICAL ELEMENT CONTROLS
Handbrake control
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ADJUSTMENT
Incorrect adjustment of the handbrake where the
cable is too tight:
- prevents the correct operation of the automa-
tic compensation system for the brake shoes ,
- causes long brake pedal travel.
The cables should not be re-tensioned to correct
this fault since it will quickly occur again.
The handbrake should not be used to adjust play,
it should only be adjusted when replacing :
- brake linings,
- cables,
- the control lever.
Any other adjustment except in the above cases is
not permitted.
With the vehicle on a lift supported under the bo-
dy, slacken the nut (1) so the central adjuster is
completely free.
Remove:
- the two rear wheels,
- the two drums.
Check the operation of the compensation system
by rotating the notched sector (D) (ensure it turns
in both directions), then turn it back by 5 to 6
teeth.
98992-1R3
98826-1R
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MECHANICAL ELEMENT CONTROLS
Handbrake control
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98992-1R2
Ensure :
- the cables slide correctly,
- the handbrake levers (B) are in the correct
position against the brake shoes.
Progressively tighten the cables at the central
adjuster so that levers (B) start to move between
the 1st and 2nd notch of the control lever travel
and remain applied from the 2nd notch.
Tighten the lock nuts.
Fit the drums.
With the vehicle on its wheels, adjust the brake
linings by pressing the brake pedal firmly and
progressively for a number of times while
listening for the automatic compensation system
clicking.
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