E-brake won't racket up...what's the problem..
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From: SE NY
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Re: E-brake won't racket up...what's the problem.. (NE14SIN)
The first order of business would be to pull the cover and inspect the mechanism.
My E-brake mechanism was realy "gummed up" so I cleaned it and applied fresh grease.
You might have some mechanical wear/damage that would be apparent upon inspection.
My E-brake mechanism was realy "gummed up" so I cleaned it and applied fresh grease.
You might have some mechanical wear/damage that would be apparent upon inspection.
Burning Brakes
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From: TN
Re: E-brake won't racket up...what's the problem.. (NE14SIN)
There is a piece of plastic in the operating ratcheting system that fails. I don't remember exactly how to explain it. Mine was replaced under new car warranty, although I would not leave my LT4 at the dealership for mechanic test drives, I replaced it myself in the parking lot at the dealership. It is easy enough to replace. Removed the seat cushion and went to work. I do remember using a straight piece of wire inserted in a hole to hold something in check until a cable was connected. This happened in 1996. I had/have the service manual which helped.
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St. Jude Donor '05
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Re: E-brake won't racket up...what's the problem.. (70ZZ3 96LT4)
There is a piece of plastic in the operating ratcheting system that fails.
Sorry, ZZ3 pretty well gave the best answer so....
Mark
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From: Everett WA
Re: E-brake won't racket up...what's the problem.. (70ZZ3 96LT4)
I do remember using a straight piece of wire inserted in a hole to hold something in check until a cable was connected.
