Inspection and Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Prior to carrying out any diagnosis, make sure the red brake warning indicator is functional. Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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The first indication that something may be wrong in the brake system is a change in the feeling through the parking brake control. The parking brake not holding on an incline or dragging after being released are also indicators of system concerns.
Check the operation of the parking brake system with the vehicle on a hoist and the parking brake control fully released. Check for any damaged cables and install new components as necessary. Carry out the brake system diagnosis.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical - Front parking brake cable and conduit
- LH rear parking brake cable and conduit
- Parking brake control
- Parking brake cable equalizer
- Rear parking brake shoes and hardware
- RH rear parking brake cable and conduit
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and Go to Symptom Chart .