| Hardware securing lever, cables, and bellcrank |
Damage or looseness |
Visual and manual |
Tighten if loose. Replace if unserviceable |
| Adjusting nuts and clevis nuts |
Damage, looseness, or bad threads |
Visual and manual |
Tighten if loose. Replace if unserviceable |
| Brake drum and shoe mounting plate |
Damage |
Visual |
If unserviceable, replace. |
| Hand-operated lever |
Damage and binding |
Visual and manual |
Repair; loosen tight parts; lubricate with lubricant |
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Check brake hand lever pin position in slot |
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If pin is at top of slot, parking brakes should be adjusted. |