980G Wheel Loader Caterpillar

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Personal injury or death can result from a brake malfunction. Do not operate the machine if the brake was applied due to a malfunction of the oil system or the brake. Correct any problem before attempting to operate the machine.

1. Block the wheels in order to prevent the machine from rolling when the parking brake is released.

2. Connect the steering frame lock between the front frame and the rear frame.
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3. Loosen locknut (1) by 18 mm (0.71 inch). Turn rod (2) outward until the parking brake is completely released.

Note: Before the machine is operated, adjust the parking brake. For the correct procedure, refer to the Testing and Adjusting manual for your machine's braking system.