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Normal Operation

The parking brake system is cable-actuated and controlled by an independent, foot-operated parking brake control that is not self-adjusting. The parking brake system is actuates when the parking brake control is applied. When the parking brake control is applied, tension is applied to the front parking brake cable. This tension pulls on both rear parking brake cables, which are attached to the brake caliper parking brake actuators and apply the brake pads.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following: