1998 GMC Jimmy Emergency Brakes

Tiny
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  • 1998 GMC JIMMY
How do I tighten / adjust emergency brakes?

I changed both front and rear pads, bled rear only as disconnected caliper to calapse them.

Emergency brakes do not apply much stoppin power, will not even hold ar when in gear and idling.

Please advise.
Wednesday, October 24th, 2007 AT 1:13 AM

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Tiny
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You need to pull the rotor off. If this is your only vehicle, pick up a set of shoes and hardware and rotors. in the event they are shot. IF they are good # 5 is the adjuster wheel.


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Wednesday, October 24th, 2007 AT 5:30 AM
Tiny
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On my I checked a price on those one day and its pricey to do this so try adjusting it first I have a 98 as well the price for both side was almost $80 I would try and adjust it first if it doesnt go wide enough replace it then.
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Friday, January 4th, 2008 AT 2:31 PM

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