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e-brake problem

powerx_32

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Hi Guys
Yesterday everything was fine but now ebrake light is on. ebrake itself is in off position. i cant tell if its just light or its engaged because rear brakes were worn off anyway, so car does not go slower. Any suggestions.
Thanks
 
the brake light is also an indicator for the brake fluid resivior. if the light is on there is a good chance that you are low and brake fluid. please check and also inspect for leaks
 
double check it anyway and check for leaks. if none then pull the center console and check the switch for the ebrake handle
 
I have an unrelated e-brake problem, but since this thread is already here, I'll just ask my question here.

When I fully engage the e-brake when parking and let the car sit for a few hours, when I disengage the brake and put the car into gear, there is a very loud clunk. Time to change the brakes?
 
I have an unrelated e-brake problem, but since this thread is already here, I'll just ask my question here.

When I fully engage the e-brake when parking and let the car sit for a few hours, when I disengage the brake and put the car into gear, there is a very loud clunk. Time to change the brakes?

Likely the rotor moving against the pad, as the e-brake spring is probably sticking. If you're not having any other brake problems, and no other signs of wear are present, it's not a big deal.
 
I have an unrelated e-brake problem, but since this thread is already here, I'll just ask my question here.

When I fully engage the e-brake when parking and let the car sit for a few hours, when I disengage the brake and put the car into gear, there is a very loud clunk. Time to change the brakes?


sometimes, more often overright in damp weather the pads can end up sticking to the rotor. What you head is the pad popping free from the rotor.

you can change the brakes if you like, also check the e-brake return springs as suggested but I wouldn't worry to much unless you observe any other issues.
 
Powerx32
The switch is located right underneath the E-brake handle. you will have to pull the back part of the console out to get at it. not very difficult.

morpho18
I would jack the car up and remove both rear wheels and have someone engage and disengage the ebrake while you watch the movement at both rear calipers. it is possible that your e-brake cables have worn out and need to be replaced. you can verify this by trying to move the little arm back further after the brakes have been released.
 
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