PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

Tech Tips

Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.

Parking brake system
Symptom Suspected Area See page
Parking brake drags Parking brake lever travel (adjustment necessary)

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No. 1 parking brake cable (sticking)

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No. 2 parking brake cable (sticking)

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No. 3 parking brake cable (sticking)

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Brake shoe clearance (adjustment necessary)

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Tension or return spring (damaged)

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