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Prechecks

INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION
^ Check the operation of the parking brake system with the vehicle on a hoist and the parking brake control fully released. If there is any slack in the parking brake rear cable and conduits or if the rear brakes drag excessively when the rear wheels are turned, adjust as required.
^ Check for any parking brake rear cable and conduit damage and replace if damaged.
^ Check the parking brake system by pulling up on the parking brake control. The parking brake should fully set within five to seven notches. If not, adjust the parking brake rear cable and conduit.
^ The brake warning lamp should illuminate within 1/2 inch when being engaged. If not adjust. Refer to