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How do you tighten the handbrake on the BMW Series 1?
Years 2004-2013

Answer

The adjustment of the parking brake cable of the BMW 1 Series is done by adjusting the adjustment nut and the locking counter nut. To access these, the plastic panel that frames the lever of the brake must be removed.
Posted on: 10 May 2023 by ScegliAuto

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