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Adjustment of Handbrake Travel

Model: Ford Fiesta MK V, MK 5, Fiesta 5 - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Parking brake

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The adjustment of the handbrake is performed using a nut located directly under the handbrake lever: pull the handbrake fully to access the adjustment nut, insert the key and lower the handbrake lever; at this point, adjust the nut by tightening it to reduce the travel of the handbrake lever.

Make the adjustment in successive steps (tighten the nut a little and check the travel of the handbrake lever) to avoid over-adjusting and risking the brakes seizing.


Updated on 8 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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