Chevrolet Light Duty Truck 1973 Service Manual page 308

5 -4 2 BRAKES
I f Switch Circuit is Closed
a. Rotate switch bracket rearward until switch "just
opens" (light off).
b. Hold switch bracket in this position and tighten
bolt (D). Switch should close (light on) at 5.10"
brake pedal pad movement from full back.
I f Switch Circuit is Open
a. Rotate switch bracket forward until switch "just
closes" (light on).
b. Hold switch bracket in this position and tighten
bolt (D).
BRAKE PEDAL—SERVICE BRAKE (Fig. 75)
NOTE: The brake pedal is an integral design
with the clutch pedal (except automatic
transmission), necessitating the removal of
the clutch pedal before removing the brake
pedal.
Removal
1. Remove the pull back spring from the body or
brake pedal support bracket.
2.
Manual Transm ission Vehicles-Rem ove
pedal as outlined under "Clutch Pedal" in Section
7.
Automatic Transm ission Vehicles-Rem ove
pivot bolt nut or pivot pin retainer and remove bolt
or pin and bushings.
3.
P Models-Remove
attachment and remove sleeve.
4. Disengage the push rod from the master cylinder
and remove the pedal.
Inspection
Clean all parts and inspect for wear, cracks or any other
damage that might impair operation; replace if required.
Installation
Reverse the above procedure and make certain the brake
pedal is secure and adjusted properly before operating
the vehicle. Lubricate pedal pivot bushings and pivot
pin, bolt or sleeve with Delco Brake Lube #5450032 (or
equivalent).
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PARKING BRAKE PEDAL OR HANDLE
Removal (Fig. 76)
1. Place parking brake pedal or handle in the released
position.
2. Remove nuts from the engine compartment on C, K
and G models or bolts from mounting bracket on P
models.
3. Disconnect the release handle rod at the parking
brake assembly end (C-K models).
4. Remove the bolts from the underside of the dash
and lower the brake assembly.
NOTE: Take notice of the spacers on P
models for reinstallation.
5. Remove the clevis pin and disconnect the cable
from the brake assembly.
Installation
Reverse the removal procedure. Torque all bolts and
nuts. After installing the clevis pin, use a new cotter pin
to secure the clevis pin. Adjust the cable if necessary as
outlined under "Maintenance and Adjustments".
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LIGHT DUTY TRUCK SERVICE MANUAL