3022606 - 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
1CHECKING HANDBRAKE ADJUSTMENTAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the handbrake is adjusted correctly:Continue to Step 2Incorrect adjustmentRe-adjust the handbrake correctly Op.   3380A04 
2CHECK CONTROL CABLESAll OKProblems metOperation

Verify:

  • that the handbrake cables are attached correctly
  • Cable condition
Continue to Step 3Cable attachments looseRe-attach correctly
Linkage damage or brokenReplace the affected cables Op.   3380A30 
Linkage damage or brokenReplace the affected cables Op.   3380A38 
3CHECKING BRAKE CALIPERSAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the condition of the rear brake caliper pistonsContinue to Step 4Pistons worn or seizedReplace the rear brake caliper concerned Op.   3310B36 
4CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
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