2888358 - G01 HANDBRAKE NOT EFFICIENT

When the handbrake is operated, the rear wheels are not locked.(A correctly-operating handbrake, when fully applied, prevents the vehicle from starting off from a standstill. )
Results of the tests
1CHECK HANDBRAKE ADJUSTMENTAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the handbrake is adjusted correctly: Op.   3380A04  Continue to Step 2Incorrect adjustmentRe-adjust the handbrake correctly Op.   3380A04 
2CHECK CONTROL CABLESAll OKProblems metOperation

Check:

  • that the handbrake cables are attached correctly
  • condition of the cables
Continue to Step 3Cable attachments looseRe-attach correctly
Cable damaged or brokenReplace the cable Op.   3380A30 
Linkage damage or brokenReplace the linkage Op.   3380A38 
3REAR DRUM CYLINDERS CHECKAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the condition of the rear brake cylindersContinue to Step 4Shoe control cylinders worn or seizedReplace the cylinders Op.   3320B20 
4CHECKING CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosisFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'