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How to adjust the handbrake in the Ford Kuga?

Model: Ford Kuga C520, MK 2 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Parking brake

In this tutorial we can see how to adjust the handbrake in the Ford Kuga, an extremely simple and quick operation. First of all, park the car on a flat surface with the first gear engaged, then open the glove compartment located under the armrest and remove the plastic cover from the front wall of the compartment. Next, locate the indicated nut, unscrew it with a 13mm socket wrench, and using the same wrench, tighten the second nut until reaching the desired tension level. At this point, all that remains is to put everything back together and test the new adjustment on a suitable road.

Posted on 14 May 2025 by ScegliAuto

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If the lever that unlocks the bonnet of the Renault Megane is broken or not functioning, there is an emergency procedure to unlock the mechanism: remove the right front grille located at the top of the bumper. Once the grille is removed, you can locate the actuator mechanism: by pulling the spring in this position, you can unlock the actuator, allowing you to lift the bonnet and access the components located inside the engine compartment. You can then close the bonnet simply by lowering it.

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