Handbrake callipers are usually set or adjusted so that the distance between the brake lining and the brake disc is at least (X) + 1 mm (fig. 1).
If this distance is not correct, it must be mechanically adjusted. An incorrect setting may result in damage to the piston adjustment and defective braking action.
As vehicle manufacturers use a wide variety of different designs, they are grouped into type variants A, B, C and D within the rest of this document. Please compare the figures with the brake calliper installed in the vehicle and select the associated adjustment method.
Adjustment:
Adjustment:
Adjustment:
No manual adjustment required.
If there is too little clearance, rotate the piston 45 degrees and carefully push back. Then rotate the piston back to its original position.
When performing this work, please always observe the repair instructions provided by the respective vehicle manufacturer.
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