Pinpoint Test B: The Parking Brake Will Not Release
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- B1 CHECK THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE
- Release the parking brake control.
- If the vehicle cannot be moved, raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Release the parking brake cable tension. Refer to PARKING BRAKE CABLE TENSION RELEASE .
- Disconnect the parking brake cable at the parking brake lever.
- Does the parking brake release?
- Yes : INSPECT the front parking brake cable for binding. INSPECT the parking brake control for wear or damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to PARKING BRAKE CONTROL or PARKING BRAKE CABLE - FRONT . TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : GO to B2.
- B2 CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE REAR CABLES
- Disconnect the RH parking brake rear cable and conduit and the LH parking brake rear cable and conduit from the parking brake lever at each wheel.
- Does the parking brake release?
- Yes : INSPECT the parking brake rear cable and conduits for wear or damage. INSTALL new components as necessary. Refer to PARKING BRAKE CABLE - REAR, LH or PARKING BRAKE CABLE - REAR, RH . TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : REPAIR the worn or damaged rear wheel parking brake components. Refer to PARKING BRAKE SHOES . TEST the system for normal operation.