My parking brake feels like it has no pressure and does not hold it in place when parked. Where do I adjust it? I'm thinking at the brakes in the back? Also where can I get a 2002-2006 Factory Service Repair manual? I checked on ebay with no luck.
redheadedrod said:Word of caution...
Unless you are willing to replace the whole parking brake cable, pads and associated hardware DO NOT MESS WITH IT...
If you apply the parking brake and the cable is corroded at all you will have it apply and not be able to disable it. Becomes a real pain to get to once it has locked up. Can't get the rotors off to access the hardware because the brakes are applied... You then end up having to cut the cable and hope the brake releases...
I have heard more than once if you don't consistently use the parking brake do not use it at all on any car where the Ebrake is a cable driven brake separate from your main brakes.
Had a monte carlo I was riding in have the cable seize up on it... Not something you want to have happen in the winter... Although it is a little easier to climb under an avalanche than a monte carlo in the snow...
I have disconnected the E-Brake on my truck. When I priced the parts it was more expensive than having it in working condition was worth.
Rodney
raiderron said:That is exactly why it is called a parking brake but can be used as an emergency brake. It needs to be set every time you PARK the rig and then it stays usable. When the corrosion builds up in the sheath for the cable and the linkages get to just sit then they rust/freeze up and cause a problem when it is actually used.
marzahld said:well... I use mine every time I park. That may be causing more wear on the system in my truck. Maybe it would be better to just use it a few times a month? lol
wyotonka said:I have gotten in the habit of not using mine in the winter months due to the truck freezing up once and my Jeep freezing up once.