Pinpoint Test B : The Parking Brake Will Not Release And/Or Parking Brake Shoes Drag
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- B1 CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL RELEASE HANDLE AND CABLE
- Verify that the release handle and cable are connected to the parking brake control.
Are the release handle and cable connected?
Yes GO to B2. No CONNECT the handle and cable, then TEST the system for normal operation. - B2 CHECK THE REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLES
- Disconnect the RH cable from the LH conduit equalizer, then disconnect the LH cable from the front cable.
- Disconnect the rear parking brake cables from the parking brake actuating levers.
- While holding the rear cable conduit, attempt to slide the rear cable inside the conduit.
Does the cable slide freely inside the conduit?
Yes GO to B3. No INSTALL a new rear brake cable(s). REFER to Parking Brake Cable - Rear, LH or Parking Brake Cable - Rear, RH . TEST the system for normal operation. - B3 CHECK THE REAR PARKING BRAKE SHOES AND HARDWARE
- Remove the rear brake disc. Refer to Rear Disc Brake .
- Inspect the parking brake shoes, hardware and backing plate.
Are the shoes, hardware and backing plate in good condition?
Yes GO to B4. No INSTALL new components as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. - B4 ISOLATE THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE
- Press the retaining tabs and disconnect the front parking brake conduit from the parking brake control bracket.
- Push the front parking brake conduit grommet through the body.
- Verify that the front cable conduit can slide freely on the cable.
Does the conduit slide freely on the cable?
Yes INSTALL a new parking brake control. REFER to Parking Brake Control . TEST the system for normal operation. No INSTALL a new front cable. TEST the system for normal operation.