Electric Park Brake Release When The Vehicle Has No Electrical Power: Deactivation

WARNING: Chock the wheels and make sure that all personnel are clear of the vehicle before carrying out the following procedure.

CAUTION: Before the disconnection or removal of any components, make sure the area around joint faces and connections are clean. Plug any open connections to prevent contamination.

NOTE:

To be completed in the event that the vehicle has no electrical power.
This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Disconnect the 12 V system.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Remove the rear wheels and tires.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE
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Disconnect the electrical connector from the Electric Park Brake (EPB) actuator.
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- Remove and discard the 2 bolts.
- Remove the EPB actuator.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
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Use a suitable tool to release the park brake.
Repeat the above procedure for the other side.