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Parking Brake Does Not Release




PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT RELEASE

Description

When the parking brake cannot be released by the parking brake switch.


Diagnosis Procedure


1. PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS

With CONSULT
Perform self-diagnosis for "EHS/PKB".
Is any DTC detected?
YES- Check the DTC.
NO- GO TO 2.

2. CHECK THE CABLE

Check the each cable to see if it is stuck.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- GO TO 3.
NO- Repair or replace error-detected parts.

3. CHECK PARKING BRAKE DRAG

Check if the parking brake is dragging. "Adjustment" Adjustments.
Is the parking brake dragging?
YES- GO TO 4.
NO- Replace the parking brake actuator. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.

4. CHECK PARKING BRAKE SHOE INSTALLATION STATUS

Check the parking brake shoe installation status.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- Replace the parking brake actuator. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
NO- Repair or replace error-detected parts.