B
BRAKES
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Figure 28 Brake Pedal Removal and Installation
Parking Brake Catch Bracket Removal and
Installation
Remove the driver side front wheel to access the brake
pedal release mechanism.
To prevent serious injury or death
resulting from the use of worn park-
ing brake components, do not
attempt to re-new worn components. The catch
bracket is a hardened part. Do not grind or file it, as
doing so will cause the part to lose its hardness
characteristics. Always use a new catch bracket.
Remove the two bolts (1) and nuts (2) that secure the
catch bracket. Replace the new catch bracket.
Tighten the hardware to the torque value specified below
If required, adjust the kick-off cam (3). See
Kick-Off Cam Removal, Replacement and Installation
Install the wheel. See WHEELS AND TIRES section.
Figure 29 Catch Bracket and Latch Arm
Parking Brake Pedal Removal and Installa-
tion
Note the location and orientation of the two torsion
springs (8) for reassembly purposes. Remove the push
nut(s) (9) and pin (10) (Figure 28) and remove the parking
brake pedal.
To prevent serious injury or death
resulting from the use of worn park-
ing brake components, do not
attempt to re-new worn components. The parking
brake arm latch is a hardened part. Do not grind or
Pedal
Latch
9
8
9
8
10
6
7
5
11
4
7
3
2
2
3
Part of Frame
Pedal Brake
Front of Vehicle
Item
Torque Specification
2
85 - 95 in. lbs. (10 - 11 Nm)
1/4" (6 mm) max gap at this point
Pedal Latch Arm
Catch Bracket
.03" (.76 mm) max gap
after adjustment of cam
Cam must be against
latch arm at this point with
no gap.
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2
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