FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Parking Brake Control: Testing and Inspection

CONTROL STROKE, PARKING BRAKE
Verify the parking brake control lever stroke is five to seven notches when applied with a foot pedal force of 445 N (100 lb). If stroke is incorrect, adjust cable tension. Adjustments

BRAKES, REAR
Operate the parking brake control a few times to verify the rear brakes do not drag when the parking brake control is released. If brakes drag, perform diagnosis. Testing and Inspection