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Symptom M: Handbrake Effect Insufficient

SYMPTOM M: HANDBRAKE EFFECT INSUFFICIENT

Cause Solution
Handbrake Shoes Oil-Splattered Replace Handbrake Shoes, Determine Cause Of Splattering
Excessive Dead Travel Between Brake Shoes & Brake Drums Adjust Handbrake
Excessive Dead Travel In Cables Adjust Handbrake
Cables Adjusted Incorrectly Adjust Handbrake
Corroded Transmitting Elements Remove & Install Handbrake & Expanding Locks, Check Bowden Cables & Replace If Necessary