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fsa94s91ebrakewedge3.jpg 1. Without moving the parking brake pedal, inspect the parking brake control assembly to determine if the lock-in wedge has been previously installed.

A. If the lock-in wedge has not been previously installed or has fallen out, proceed to Lock-In Wedge Service Procedure (Next Image).
 
B. If the lock-in wedge has been previously installed, it must be inspected for proper installation.  Inspect to make sure the flange of the lock-in wedge is flush with the edge of the pawl.  Place a small screwdriver between the lock-in wedge and the sector gear. Apply a firm, up and down prying force to the wedge. The wedge should feel very stiff, with no movement between the sector gear, wedge and pawl. 
-- If no movement is noted, the wedge has been properly installed. Return the vehicle to the owner.
 -- If movement is noted, proceed to Lock-In Wedge Service Procedure (Next Image).
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1. Without moving the parking brake pedal, inspect the parking brake control assembly to determine if the lock-in wedge has been previously installed.

A. If the lock-in wedge has not been previously installed or has fallen out, proceed to Lock-In Wedge Service Procedure (Next Image).

B. If the lock-in wedge has been previously installed, it must be inspected for proper installation. Inspect to make sure the flange of the lock-in wedge is flush with the edge of the pawl. Place a small screwdriver between the lock-in wedge and the sector gear. Apply a firm, up and down prying force to the wedge. The wedge should feel very stiff, with no movement between the sector gear, wedge and pawl.
-- If no movement is noted, the wedge has been properly installed. Return the vehicle to the owner.
-- If movement is noted, proceed to Lock-In Wedge Service Procedure (Next Image).