Handbrake locked
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Croma Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2010
- Section
- Handbrake › Handbrake locked
Fault diagnosisHandbrake locked
HANDBRAKE LOCKED
When the handbrake is released, the rear wheels remain locked
| 1 | CHECK ON CONTROL CABLE TRAVEL | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Check that the return travel for the control cables is free from impediments | Move on to Step 2 | Control cables do not slide freely. | Restore correct operation. If damaged, replace the cables involved | |
| 2 | ACTIVATING LEVER BUTTON CHECK | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
| Check that the activating lever release button returns freely | Move on to Step 3 | Adjustment incorrect. | Release and remove the button; if necessary, replace the activating lever | |
| 3 | CHECK FASTENING OF CABLE TO REAR BRAKE | ALL OK | PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED | ACTION |
| Check that the cable is correctly fastened to the rear brake caliper. | End of diagnosis | Cable not correctly fastened. | Make sure that the cable is correctly fastened to the brake caliper. |
Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Fiat Croma
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