PlasticMac
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I need to adjust the handbrake a smidge, so could do with clear advice on removing the rear, centre trim to access the adjusters.
Mac.
Mac.
Cheers, yes, just popped the little bin out, and there it is! I was expecting it to be a major trim removal job, so very pleasantly surprised. All done.Hi Mac,
The handbrake should be self adjusting unless the cables have stretched over time. When I’ve needed to adjust the nut on the cable adjusters I’ve always been able to access it with just the rear storage bin removed. A 3/8 ratchet with a 10mm (could be wrong on the size though as it’s been a very long tine since I replaced the cables) socket should be all that’s required. A suitable ratchet spanner also works.
Kind regards,
Tom
Hi Mac,Cheers, yes, just popped the little bin out, and there it is! I was expecting it to be a major trim removal job, so very pleasantly surprised. All done.
Thanks Tom.
Mac.
Sadly, not something I had to worry about. Still, rear seat passengers are rare, so not a problem.Hi,
After asking the question I had to check if having a rear cup holder makes a difference to access.
It doesn't. View attachment 119366
Picture credit @2work
Taken from the Project 250 post
I have rear discs, as it's an FSI. The pads are fine, no braking problems at all, just hand brake lever movement is, (was), a bit excessive. No pad to disc contact at rest, hand brake off, after adjustment.Adjusting the handbrake should start at inspecting and adjusting the shoes, tightening the cable can mess up the correct operation of the shoes and make the brake pedal (service brake) less effective. It's also possible if you haven't checked the tightness of the drums now that you could set the brakes on fire