Is there a spring that needs replacing or does something need lubricating? When its warm it doesn't release like other vehicles, really slowly. Thanks for the help.Problem with my e-brake release
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Problem with my e-brake release
On really cold mornings when I try to release my e-brake (try to) it won't release. I have to pull and hold the release handle with one hand and with the other hand I have to pull the e-brake pedal up and sometimes it doesn't want to budge Is there a spring that needs replacing or does something need lubricating? When its warm it doesn't release like other vehicles, really slowly. Thanks for the help.
Is there a spring that needs replacing or does something need lubricating? When its warm it doesn't release like other vehicles, really slowly. Thanks for the help.2000 4-Door Blazer 4X4-Stock for now, but have plans.
2004 Ski-Doo MXZX 600 H.O.
2004 Ski-Doo MXZX 600 H.O.
I have had the same problem on cold mornings. Mine is not that stubborn though. Just a little foot persuasion on the back of the pedal while holding the release handle.
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I would check for corrosion or rust at the point where the cable enters the sleeves.
If there is corrosion , clean it up as best you can. Scrubbing with some scotch brite might work? Then lube it up good with a lubrucant that will get down in there. Work it back and forth until things free up.
This may require getting to the end closest to the shoes too. Perhaps even removal of the wheel , caliper, and rotor.
The emergency brake shoes do not have much lining, and can not handle being rubbed for very long, so correct this ASAP.
If you can not get the cables to loosen up and work freely, or if they have been kinked / smashed , replacement may be the only option.
If there is corrosion , clean it up as best you can. Scrubbing with some scotch brite might work? Then lube it up good with a lubrucant that will get down in there. Work it back and forth until things free up.
This may require getting to the end closest to the shoes too. Perhaps even removal of the wheel , caliper, and rotor.
The emergency brake shoes do not have much lining, and can not handle being rubbed for very long, so correct this ASAP.
If you can not get the cables to loosen up and work freely, or if they have been kinked / smashed , replacement may be the only option.
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