Description And Operation: Introduction
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The parking brake is an electrically actuated system that operates on the rear brake calipers. Two cables are connected to the rear brake calipers, and act directly on the same pistons used for normal, hydraulic rear brake actuation.
For additional information, refer to: Rear Disc Brake
The parking brake is controlled by the parking brake control module. In response to commands from the driver through the parking brake switch, the module controls operation of the parking brake actuator. The actuator adjusts the tension of the brake cables to apply and release the rear brake calipers.
Features of the parking brake include:
- Manual apply
- Manual release
- Automatic apply
- Automatic release.
For more information on parking brake operation, refer to the Owner's Handbook.