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Inspection Procedure 1

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Brake Drag

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check for incomplete release of parking brake.
Q: Is there a fault?
YES: Correct it. Then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to step 2.

STEP 2. Check for incorrect parking brake adjustment.
Q: Is there a fault?
YES: Adjust the parking brake. Then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the parking break cable routing condition.
Q: Is there a fault?
YES: Correct it. Then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check the brake lining and brake drum for wear.
Q: Is the brake lining thickness or brake drum inside diameter outside of specification?
YES: Replace the rear brake shoe assembly or rear brake disc. Then go to Step 5.
NO: Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES: The procedure is complete.
NO: Recheck from Step 1.