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Parking Brake Will Not Apply








POSSIBLE SOURCE:
^ Excessive clearance prevents complete brake application.
- Adjust brake lining cable to take up slack in brake linkage.

^ Grease soaked linings.
- Repair source of leak, install new linings.

^ Excessive linkage friction.
- Check for linkage binding, and misalignment. Lubricate all pivot points.

^ Worn out linings.
- Reline brake shoes. Check drum/yoke for scoring and replace if necessary.