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Parking Brake Cable: Adjustments

Parking Brake Cable Adjustment
1. Release the parking brake control, using the parking brake release handle.

2. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the luggage compartment. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

If equipped, turn the air suspension service switch to the OFF position.

3. WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to Fire Suppression System.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.





4. Pull the parking brake cable adjuster clip downward. The tensioner spring will take up the cable slack and preload the cables.





5. Push up on the bottom of the clip to lock the adjustment. If the clip does not slide up, move the assembly slightly to align the closest groove on the parking brake cable adjuster rod with the clip.

6. NOTE: If new cables are installed, allow 20 minutes prior to releasing the parking brake control.

Apply the parking brake control fully and release using the parking brake release handle.
7. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to complete the adjustment procedure.

8. WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to Fire Suppression System.

If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.
9. If equipped, turn the air suspension system to the ON position.