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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1997TRACER L4-122 2.0L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLPARKING BRAKE SYSTEMTESTING AND INSPECTIONPINPOINT TESTSA
1997 Mercury Tracer L4-122 2.0L SOHC
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1997 Mercury Tracer L4-122 2.0L SOHCSECTION A
A1- CHECK FOR MISADJUSTED PARKING BRAKE REAR CABLE AND CONDUITS
- perform Park brake cable adjustment procedure.
- Does the parking brake now engage properly?
YES - Vehicle OK.
NO - Go to A2.
A2- CHECK FOR WORN BRAKE SHOES
- Inspect the brake shoes and linings for excessive wear.
- Are the brake shoes and linings OK?
YES - Go to A3.
NO - Replace the worn shoes and linings. Retest.
A3- CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE REAR CABLES AND CONDUITS
- Inspect the parking brake rear cable and conduits for damage, rust, fraying or cause of binding.
- Are the parking brake rear cable and conduits OK?
YES - Check for other causes such as loose parking brake control or conventional brake system components.
NO - Replace the damaged parking brake rear cable and conduits.
- perform Park brake cable adjustment procedure.
- Does the parking brake now engage properly?
YES - Vehicle OK.
NO - Go to A2.
A2- CHECK FOR WORN BRAKE SHOES
- Inspect the brake shoes and linings for excessive wear.
- Are the brake shoes and linings OK?
YES - Go to A3.
NO - Replace the worn shoes and linings. Retest.
A3- CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE REAR CABLES AND CONDUITS
- Inspect the parking brake rear cable and conduits for damage, rust, fraying or cause of binding.
- Are the parking brake rear cable and conduits OK?
YES - Check for other causes such as loose parking brake control or conventional brake system components.
NO - Replace the damaged parking brake rear cable and conduits.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.