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May 14, 2012 | 03:58 AM

w2mph

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From: winchester

Hi can anyone tell me how to ajust the handbrake on my e60 530 sport as it rises to high whem applying and the mot is due next week thanks if anyone can help

May 14, 2012 | 09:57 AM

bcromwell

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Should auto adjust but if you are to far out then you have to do it at the back calipers or need to pads.

May 14, 2012 | 01:59 PM

borderchris

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It auto adjusts to a degree in reverse, but eventually you'll have to get in and shorten the cable and tighten the clearance at the wheels. Here's a DIY, works on almost all models with a handbrake...

http://www.csfrancis.net/BMW/pbdiy.pdf