SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
Park Brake Adjustment
When the park brake is on, the spring should measure 2 3/4” to2 7/8” and have a
If the spring needs adjusting follow these steps:
1.Apply the park brake.
2.Keep the lower brake rod from turning using a 9/16” wrench on the double nuts.
3.Turn the 3/8F nut at the the end of the spring the proper direction to achieve the correct measurement (2 3/4” - 2 7/8”).
4.Repeat on otherside if necessary.
If the 1/4” gap is not adjusted follow these step:
1.Place the park brake in the off position.
2.Loosen the 3/8F nut holding the yoke and re- move the clevis pin.
3.Turn the yoke clockwise to increase the gap.
4.Reinstall the yoke to the brake lever using the clevis pin and tighten the 3/8F nut to the yoke.
5.With the park brake on check your gap on both sides.
6.If necessary repeat the above steps.
If each side requires a different gap adjustment.
1.Place the park brake on.
2.Loosen the 3/8F nut next to the trunion.
3.Turn the brake rod clockwise to increase the gap.
4.Retighten the 3/8F nut to the trunion.
5.Repeat on the otherside if necessary.
Park Brake Lever |
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Yoke |
| Upper Brake Rod | |
| 3/8F | Brake Bellcrank | |
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| Nut | 3/8F | |
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Trunion |
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Clevis |
| Gap | |
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Pin |
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3/8F |
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Nut |
| Spring | |
3/8F Nut |
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| Brake Yoke | ||
(Double Nuts) | Lower | ||
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| Brake Rod | ||
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