Symptom Chart: Parking Brake and Actuation
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Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
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| A module does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool |
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REFER to: Communications Network . |
| The red brake warning indicator is always on, never on or flashes |
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| The yellow parking brake indicator is always or never on |
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RETRIEVE all ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and GO to DTC Chart: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module . |
| Message center displays Park Brake Malfunction Service Now |
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RETRIEVE all ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and GO to DTC Chart: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module . |
| Message center displays Park Brake Limited Function Service Required | Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the ABS module | RETRIEVE all ABS module Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and GO to DTC Chart: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module . |
| Message center displays Maintenance Mode | Parking brake system is in maintenance mode (service mode) | EXIT maintenance mode (service mode). REFER to: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Service Mode Activation and Deactivation . |
| Rear brakes drag | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The parking brake does not apply or does not hold the vehicle | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The parking brake does not release using the park brake switch | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The parking brake automatic release function does not operate |
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