E-Z-GO FLEET 1999 Technician's Repair And Service Manual page 145

Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
Loosen and remove the jam nut and the spherical nut
connecting the compensator rod to the equalizer link.
Remove the compensator assembly.
Installation is the reverse of removal. Use new cotter
pins in the clevis pin.
Adjust the brake pedal free travel. See 'Adjusting Brake
Pedal Free Travel' on page M-14.
Brake Pedal Removal and Installation
Disconnect the compensator assembly (1) from the
brake pedal by removing the cotter pin (2) and the clevis
pin (3). Unplug the wiring harness on models equipped
with brake lights. Unhook the torsion spring (4) by insert­
ing a thin blade screwdriver between the small hook and
the bracket. Move the hook back and to the side to
release the torsion spring (Ref Fig. 27 on page M-19).
Remove the lock nut (5), the shoulder bolt (6) and
remove the brake pedal.
Inspect the shoulder bolt for corrosion that could cause
binding. This bolt and both bushings (7) must be
replaced with new ones if corrosion or wear is found.
Brake pedal installation is in the reverse order of disas­
sembly. Tighten the nut (5) to 25 - 29 ft. lbs. (34 - 39 Nm)
torque and use a new cotter pin when installing the com­
pensator assembly. Connect brake light wiring harness,
if equipped.
Adjust the brake pedal free travel. See 'Adjusting Brake
Pedal Free Travel' on page M-14.
Check for proper brake light operation if equipped.
Parking Brake Catch Bracket Removal and
Installation
Remove the driver side front wheel to gain access to the
brake pedal release mechanism.
AwARNINGA
must be used.
Remove the two bolts (1) and nuts (2) which secure the
catch bracket. Replace the catch bracket with a new
one, replace and tighten the hardware to 85 - 95 in. lbs.
(10 - 11 Nm) torque (Ref Fig. 28 on page M-19).
If required, adjust the kick-off cam (3). See 'Parking Brake
Kick-Off Cam Removal, Replacement and Installation' on
page M-20.
Install wheel. See WHEELS AND TIRES section.
The catch bracket is a
hardened part. Do not
grind or file. A new part
Repair and Service Manual
MECHANICAL BRAKES
Fig. 27 Brake Pedal Removal and Installation
1/4" (6 mm) Max Gap At This Point
Fig. 28 Catch Bracket and Latch Arm
Older
Models
Page M-19