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Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Service
This function has a multitude of usages to maintain the electronic braking system safely
and effectively. The applications include deactivating and activating the brake control
system, assisting with brake fluid control, opening and closing brake pads, and setting
brakes after disc or pad replacement, etc.
EPB Safety
It may be dangerous to perform Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system maintenance, so
before you begin the service work, please keep these rules in mind.
Ensure that you are fully familiar with the braking system and its operation before
commencing any work.
The EPB control system may be required to be deactivated before carrying out any
maintenance/diagnostics work on the brake system. This can be done from the tool
menu.
Only perform maintenance work when the vehicle is stationary and on level ground.
Ensure that the EPB control system is reactivated after the maintenance work has
been completed.
NOTE
Autel accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from the maintenance of
the Electronic Parking Brake system.
To perform EPB functions
1. Tap the
Service
application button from the MaxiCheck Job Menu.
2. Tap the
EPB
button. The vehicle manufacturer selection screen will display. Tap
VIN Scan
or the vehicle manufacturer to acquire vehicle VIN information and
tap
Yes
3. Tap the desired service in the EPB function list. The list may vary for different
vehicles being tested.
4. Follow the step-by-step on-screen instruction to complete the service.
Figure 5-5
Sample EPB Function List
