BR-8 BRAKE SYSTEM — Checks and Adjustments 2. IF NECESSARY, ADJUST PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL HINT: Before adjusting the parking brake, make sure that the rear brake shoe clearance has been adjusted. For shoe clearance adjustment, see step 9 on page BR-45. (a) Remove the console box. (b) Loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusting nut until the lever travel is correct. (c) Tighten the lock nut. Torque: 55 kg·cm {48 in.·lb, 5.4 N·m} (d) Install the console box.