Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Brakes Page 4
INSPECT THE PARKING BRAKE
Wheel Park Brake
NOTE: The parking brake is actuated through a pin in the center of the
rear left and right brake body on the rear axles.
6. Release the park brake.
7. Inspect the rear brake pads or shoes. Refer to
Inspect the Service Brake section to inspect the
brake pads.
8. B 2-10 only: Inspect the park brake pin and bushing
for any signs of damage or corrosion.
NOTE: The park brake pin is inside of the
brake body. Refer to Repair the Brake
Body for information on removing the
park brake pin.
9. Inspect all brake cables and linkages for any signs
of damage, wear, or missing cotter pins.
If any sign of damage or wear is found on the locking mechanism,
cables, or linkages then they must be repaired or replaced
immediately. Failure to repair or replace any damaged component
could result in failure of the park brake causing property damage
and/or severe bodily injury.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove the
key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
10. Inspect the brake handle locking mechanism for
any signs of damage.
NOTE: Refer to Adjust the Parking Brake
section for information regarding
adjusting the parking brake.
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