Pinpoint Test E : The Parking Brake Does Not Hold The Vehicle, Does Not Apply, Does Not Release Using The Parking Brake Switch

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E1 CHECK FOR ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

NOTE: A HS-CAN issue or concern results in a failure to release the parking brake.

Ignition ON.

Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the ABS module self-test.

Are any "lost communication" or "invalid data" Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the ABS module?

Yes	DIAGNOSE the communication concern. Refer to: Communications Network - 2.0L Duratec - Hybrid (96kW/130PS) .

No	If any of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the DTC Fault Trigger Conditions table are present, GO to E2 For all other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), GO to the DTC Chart: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module .

E2 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect ABS module C135 .

Disconnect the suspect parking brake actuator motor electrical connector.

For the LH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3529-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C135-12
C3529-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C135-13

For the RH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3551-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C135-3
C3551-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C135-2

Are the resistances less than 3 ohms?

Yes	If DTC C2007:13 or C2008:13 are the only Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, GO to E6If other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, GO to E3

No	INSPECT the actuator motor jumper harness and connectors for correct routing, damaged connectors, spread terminals, bent or pushed-out pins or any signs of corrosion. INSTALL a new jumper harness as necessary. If the jumper harness is OK, REPAIR the circuit.

E3 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

For the LH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3529-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground
C3529-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

For the RH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3551-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground
C3551-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms?

Yes

GO to E4

No	INSPECT the actuator motor jumper harness and connectors for correct routing, damaged connectors, spread terminals, bent or pushed-out pins or any signs of corrosion. INSTALL a new jumper harness as necessary. If the jumper harness is OK, REPAIR the circuit.

E4 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TOGETHER

For the LH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3529-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3529-2

For the RH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3551-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3551-2

Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?

Yes

GO to E5

No	INSPECT the actuator motor jumper harness and connectors for correct routing, damaged connectors, spread terminals, bent or pushed-out pins or any signs of corrosion. INSTALL a new jumper harness as necessary. If the jumper harness is OK, REPAIR the circuit.

E5 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

NOTE: Performing this step sets Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) in the ABS module.

Ignition ON.

For the LH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3529-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground
C3529-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

For the RH actuator motor, measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C3551-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground
C3551-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is any voltage present?

Yes	INSPECT the actuator motor jumper harness and connectors for correct routing, damaged connectors, spread terminals, bent or pushed-out pins or any signs of corrosion. INSTALL a new jumper harness as necessary. If the jumper harness is OK, REPAIR the circuit.

GO to E6

E6 CHECK THE BRAKE CALIPER BALL SCREW DRIVE
- Ignition OFF.
- Remove the suspect actuator motor. Refer to: Parking Brake Actuator Motor .
- Using a torque wrench, turn the ball screw drive on the brake caliper counterclockwise. It should not take more than 5 Nm (44 lb-in) to turn the ball screw drive.
Does the ball screw drive turn with less than 5 Nm (44 lb-in) or turning force?

Yes GO to E7

No INSTALL a new brake caliper. Refer to: Brake Caliper .

E7 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR RESISTANCE

Ignition OFF.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Suspect Actuator Motor Electrical Connector Pin-1, Component Side	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Suspect Actuator Motor Electrical Connector Pin-2, Component Side

Is the resistance less than 500 ohms?

Yes

GO to E8

No	INSTALL a new parking brake actuator motor. Refer to: Parking Brake Actuator Motor .

E8 CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) MODULE OPERATION

Inspect ABS module C135 .

Repair:
- corrosion (install new connector or terminal - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

Connect ABS module C135 . Make sure it seats and latches correctly.

Connect the suspect parking brake actuator motor electrical connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.

Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

Is the concern still present?

Yes

CHECK OASIS for any applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the TSB instructions. For hybrid vehicles, if no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) exist for this concern, INSTALL a new ABS module. Refer to: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module . For all other vehicles, if no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) exist for this concern, Refer to Anti-Lock Brake System Component Testing (Hybrid) .

No	The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.