18 · Diagnostics

G01 Inefficient handbrake

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: 147 Factory Service Manual
Year: 2000–2002
Section: Handbrake › G01 Inefficient handbrake

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Fault diagnosisG01 Inefficient handbrake

G01 Inefficient handbrake

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).

Step	Test procedure	Result	Action
1	CHECKING HANDBRAKE ADJUSTMENT Check that the handbrake is adjusted correctly:	OK	Move onto step 2
1		Incorrect adjustment	Re-adjust the handbrake correctly Op. 3380A04 End of diagnosis
2	CHECK CONTROL CABLES Verify: that the handbrake cables are attached correctly Cable condition	OK	Move onto step 3
		Cable attachments loose	Re-attach correctly End of diagnosis
		Cables damaged or broken	Replace the affected cables Op. 3380A30 End of diagnosis
		Cables damaged or broken	Replace the affected cables Op. 3380A38 End of diagnosis
3	CHECKING BRAKE CALIPERS Check the condition of the rear brake caliper pistons	OK	Move onto step 4
3		Pistons worn or seized	Replace the rear brake caliper concerned Op. 3310B36 End of diagnosis
4	CHECKING CORRECT OPERATION Check that the fault is no longer present	OK	Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure
4		Fault persists	Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure

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