Pinpoint Test B: The Parking Brake Will Not Release

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B1 CHECK THE FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE
- Release the parking brake control.
- If the vehicle cannot be moved, raise and support it.
- 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. 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. TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : REPAIR the worn or damaged rear wheel parking brake components. TEST the system for normal operation.