Subaru Forester: Parking brake stroke - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Parking brake stroke

Check the parking brake stroke according

Check the parking brake stroke according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.

When the parking brake is properly adjusted, braking power is fully applied by pulling the lever up 7 to 8 notches gently but firmly (approximately 45 lbf [200 N, 20.4 kgf]). If the parking brake lever stroke is not within the specified range, have the brake system checked and adjusted at your SUBARU dealer.

    Parking brake lining
    1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). 2. With the parking brake release button pushed in, pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY (pulling with a force of ...

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