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51CHAPTER THREE Inspection, Adjustment & Lubrication
To adjust the alignment of the brake pads
1. Loosen the brake pad fixing bolt.
2. Follow the procedures in Inspection to align and tighten the
brake pads.
3. After the brakes are adjusted, test the brakes by applying
maximum braking force to the levers. Ensure the cable does
not slip, the pads close toward the rim at right angles, and
the pads do not contact the tire.
To install a brake cable
1. Note the path of the old cable, and loosen the brake cable
anchor bolt and remove the worn cable.
2. Grease the new cable and reinstall, feeding it along the
same path as the old cable, including through the cable
anchor bolt.
3. Make sure the leaded cable-end is seated properly in the
brake lever, and the housing is properly seated in the lever.
4. If needed, follow the instructions To adjust the alignment of
the brake pads.
5. Turn the adjusting barrel clockwise so the threads on
the adjusting barrel are not exposed above the caliper, or
outside the lever.
6. Hold the brake pads against the rim, and tighten the bolt:
• Cable clamp bolt: 52-69 lb•in. (6-8 Nm)
7. Cut the cable so that no more than 2 inches (51
mm) extends beyond the anchor bolt.
8. Crimp a metal cap or place a bit of solder on the
end of the cable to prevent fraying.
9. Follow the instructions for Inspection and
Adjustment.
To open the brake for wheel removal
After installing a wheel, follow the Inspection procedures in
the Wheels section of this chapter to complete the installation.
• For direct-pull type brakes, disconnect the
pipe from the link arm (Figure 3.7.5). With one
hand, squeeze the pads firmly against the rim.
With the other hand, pull the pipe back from the
link arm, and lift the pipe. Once disconnected, let go of the
brake pads and the brake will open.
To close the brake, reverse the instructions.
Brake Systems
Figure 3.7.5 Disconnect the pipe
Pipe
Link
arm