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How to Adjust the Handbrake on a Chevrolet Matiz

Model: Chevrolet Matiz MK 1 - Years 1998-2010
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to adjust the handbrake on a Chevrolet Matiz. First, get inside the car and remove the plastic from the centre tunnel to access the adjustment cables of your handbrake; then remove the central screw located at the back and take off the cover. Adjust the cables by acting on the adjusters; if your handbrake is loose, tighten it by pulling the cables with a spanner as shown in the video. After that, perform several tests until your handbrake functions correctly!

Updated on 7 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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