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Pinpoint Test B: The Parking Brake Will Not Release

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  1. B1 CHECK PARKING BRAKE CONTROL 
    • With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on the hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
    • Apply the parking brake.
    • Release the parking brake.
    • Does the parking brake release? 
    1. YES  : CHECK for other causes such as conventional brake system components.
    2. NO  : Go to  B2.
  2. B2 CHECK THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE 
    • Disconnect the front parking brake cable from the rear parking brake cable.
      • Rotate the rear wheels by hand.
    • Do the rear tires turn freely? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new front parking brake cable. REFER to Parking Brake Cable - Front . TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  B3.
  3. B3 CHECK THE REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLE 
    • Disconnect the rear parking brake cables at the rear brakes, one at a time.
      • Rotate the rear wheel affected by the disconnected parking brake.
    • Does the wheel turn freely? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new rear parking brake cable. REFER to Parking Brake Cable - Rear . TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : REFER to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
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