Brake

Problem Symptoms Table

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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

HINT:

Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.

Parking Brake System

Symptom

Suspected Area

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Parking brake drag

Parking brake pedal travel (Out of adjustment)

Parking brake wire (Sticking)

Parking brake shoe clearance (Out of adjustment)

Parking brake shoe lining (Cracked or distorted)

Tension or return spring (Damaged)

Test yourself

A quick Toyota 4Runner quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.