G874432P1: the Parking Brake Will Not Engage
PINPOINT TEST G874432p1: THE PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT ENGAGEG874432t1: CHECK FOR INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLE
1. Carry out parking brake cable adjustment procedure.
^ Does the parking brake now engage correctly?
-> Yes
Vehicle OK.
-> No
GO to Pinpoint Test G874432t2.
G874432t2: CHECK FOR WORN PARKING BRAKE SHOES
1. Inspect the rear parking brake shoes for excessive wear.
^ Are parking brake shoes OK?
-> Yes
GO to Pinpoint Test G874432t3.
-> No
INSTALL new parking brake shoes.
Test the system for normal operation.
G874432t3: CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE CABLES
1. Inspect the parking brake components, cables and conduit for damage, rust or fraying.
^ Are the parking brake components, cables and conduits OK?
-> Yes
CHECK for other causes such as loose parking brake control or system components.
-> No
REPAIR or INSTALL new components, cables and conduit as necessary.
TEST the system for normal operation.