PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM
P-45prose procedureTROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Troubleshooting Guide
Brakes do not release
Possible causeImproper return of parking brake cable or improper adjustment
RemedyRepair or adjust
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Parking brake does not hold well
Parking brake does not hold well
Parking brake does not hold well
Possible causeBrake fluid or oil on pad or lining
RemedyClean or replace
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Parking brake does not hold well
PARKING BRAKE SHOE
Removal / Inspection / Installation
Drum brake
Removal and Installation (Refer to page P-42)
Inspection (Refer to page P-43)
PARKING BRAKE (LEVER TYPE)
Inspection
Check the stroke is within specification when parking brake lever is pulled with a force of 98 N {10 kgf, 22 lbf}.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Strokelever pulled with 98 N {10 kgf, 22 lbf} | 5—7 notchesnotches |
Strokelever pulled with 98 N {10 kgf, 22 lbf}
5—7 notchesnotches
Adjustment
Parking brake adjustment
- 1Before adjustment, start the engine and depress the brake pedal several times while the vehicle is moving in reverse.
- 2Stop the engine.
- 3Remove the screw and the parking brake lever cover.
- 4Remove the adjusting nut clip and turn the adjusting nut at the front of the parking cable.
- 5After adjustment, check the following points: (1) Turn the ignition switch ON, pull the parking brake lever one notch, and check that the parking brake warning light illuminates. (2) Verify that the rear brakes do not drag.