Parking Brake Control: Testing and Inspection

Inspection
^ Check control lever for wear or other damage. Replace if necessary.
^ Check wires for discontinuity or deterioration. Replace if necessary.
^ Check warning lamp and switch. Replace if necessary.
^ Check parts at each connecting portion and, if found deformed or damaged, replace.
^ Check if the lever stroke is within the specified number of notches when operating the parking brake lever with the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbs.) by the sound of the ratchet engaging.
Lever stroke: 7 - 8 notches