User Manual

Brake System Argo Service Manual

BR-52

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3. You should also be able to grab the metal “J” bend at the end of the cable where the

adjusting nut is and move it up and down, essentially moving the band and pins in the

mounting bracket slots. This shouldn’t feel tight either. Photo 115

Photo 114

Photo 115

IMPORTANT

If the band is too tight it will drag and the operator may experience a sluggish vehicle

and notice smoke coming from the engine compartment. An unpleasant smell as the

band brake rubs against the drum may also occur. The band will wear out prema-

turely.

4. If the 5th position (click) does not provide

the full engagement with normal rm ef-

fort (extra effort for the 6th), after check-

ing the band brake as described above,

adjust the cable accordingly. Loosen jam

nut at cable and thread out as needed.

Photo 116

Emergency/Park Disc Brake Adjustment (HDi/HD) - From January 2013

ere are 8 positions on the hand brake lever. e cable should be adjusted to

have the 5th position (click) as fully engaged with normal rm eort (extra

eort required for 6th). A properly adjusted cable with the hand lever fully

down should allow the parking brake disk to turn easily between the pads while

rocking the vehicle slightly back and forth. If the cable is too tight the brake

will be engaged and the operator may experience a sluggish vehicle and cause