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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 04:17 PM
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Hey guys, I just noticed my ebrake doesnt engage the brake at all.

It clicks but has no resistance and doesnt apply any brakes...

What should I look at first? Any help someone soon would be very appreciated, as im under the car right now.
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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 04:27 PM
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Maybe this will help some.

https://www.corvetteforum.com:80/tec...=158&TopicID=1

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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 04:33 PM
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No, its not an adjustment in the back, it worked perfectly this morning, it feels like a cable came off or (gasp) worse...

Need to know how to get in there and check it ou on handle / wheel sides
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To access the handle area, take a look at the Vette Essentials web site and view the instructions for installing their handle/boot for the E-brake.
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Old Feb 18, 2007 | 05:24 PM
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well, that got me into the area, and when i pull up the last 2 clicks i can see moving the cable, but other than that it doesnt move...

again, it worked fine this morning, i move the car into the garage, pulled it up with no issue, then came back a few hours later and its completely useless...

anyone got any ideas how to test things out or whatnot?
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Does anyone have the steps from the service manual about removing / installing the cable by the way?
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I have instructions on how to adjust the E brake that might be of some help. PM me with your email address and I will send the instructions to you
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