Pinpoint Test B: The Parking Brake Will Not Release

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B1 CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL
- Press the release button on the parking brake control and release the handle.
- Does the parking brake control move?
- Yes : GO to B2.
- No : INSTALL a new parking brake control. REFER to PARKING BRAKE CONTROL . TEST the system for normal operation.
B2 CHECK THE REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLES
- Disconnect the LH and RH rear cables from the equalizer and release the cables from the body bracket.
  
  Fig 1: Locating LH And RH Rear Parking Brake Control Cables
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Disconnect the LH and RH parking brake cables from the subframe brackets and the brake calipers.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Parking Brake Cable And Retaining Clip
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- While holding the rear cable conduit, attempt to slide the rear cable inside the conduit.
- Does the cable slide freely inside the conduit?
- Yes : INSTALL new rear brake calipers. REFER to REAR DISC BRAKE .
- No : INSTALL new rear brake cable(s). REFER to PARKING BRAKE CABLE - REAR . TEST the system for normal operation.