145 - MiTo   1.4 16v TJet   HANDBRAKE - ADJUST TRAVEL   3380A04   

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The handbrake should only be adjusted after the rear brake pads or complete cables have been replaced. This is because the play take-up caused by wear is automatic.

- Position the vehicle on a lift.

    Op. 7040L22 REAR COVER ON TUNNEL - R.R.


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1. Mark the position of the adjustment nut and then back off by at least 2 or 3 turns to fully slacken the cables.

- Start up the engine and operate the brake pedal energetically at least ten times.

- Place the handbrake lever in the fifth notch on the toothed sector.

- Tighten the adjustment nut on the handbrake lever until the rear wheels are not braked.

- Check that the rear wheels are free to turn with the lever in the rest position.

- Switch off the engine.

    Op. 7040L22 REAR COVER ON TUNNEL - R.R.

- Remove the vehicle from the lift.