Table 1 shows two common parking brake related problems of the 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The number one most common problem is related to the parking brake (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the parking brake linkage and cable (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Linkage And Cable problems |
Gas tank shield severely rusted. Under side of gastank is protected by a shield/skid plate. It is rusted so badly that when hit with a hammer the hammer goes right through. Presumably this shield is to protect the gas tank from debris and stones especially if the truck is used off road. Read details...
Parking brake system continually freezes up due to poor cable and spring routing. Problem appears to be well known to area mechanics. Read details...