Parking Brake Adjustment?

1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM
140,000 MILES • 3.1L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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B767_400
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Hi,

Would need to adjust my Parking Brake Lever.

I do have Rear Drum Brakes.

Not sure, is there an adjustment screw near the Lever, or is it done under the vehicle at the back near the drum brakes?

Thanks
Aug 5, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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STRAILER
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First I would make sure the rear shoes are in good shape. Next, check the adjustment of the shoes, can I ask if you have a low brake pedal, this is a sign the shoes are worn or out of adjustment. The parking brake is self-adjusting. Fully apply and release hand brake 4-6 times to self-adjust. There is no other adjustment, you might have stretched parking bake cables or something is broken.
Aug 5, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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I have replaced (both sides) everything (new springs, new shoes, new drums).
But now the cable has a bit of slack.
I know from other cars that you have an adjustment nut somewhere to shorten or extend the cable a bit.

So, in this case, just applying and releasing the hand brake 4-6 times should self-adjust it?
Aug 5, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Yep, but I would double check your work to make sure the cable is connected correctly.
Aug 5, 2025 at 12:31 PM