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Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: San Antonio
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Hand Brake handle will not go up
My 1988 GTA's hand brake will not go up. Like it is jammed in down position.
Anyone know what the cause is and how to remedy? Thanks |
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Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: San Antonio
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Re: Hand Brake handle will not go up
What I meant to say is, "emergency brake handle will not engage". Stays stuck in the down position. Thanks
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Join Date: Mar 2015
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Re: Hand Brake handle will not go up
95% chance your parking brake cables are frozen (rusted in place) from non-use.
To test this, disconnect the cables. The handle should them move freely. Once diagnosed as a cable issue, you can try injecting penetrating oil from each end of the cables, remove them and soak them in a pan of penetrating oil, or replace them.
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Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: San Antonio
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Re: Hand Brake handle will not go up
DynoDave, thanks for the info. I will certainly do that. Will keep you posted. Thanks
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Join Date: Mar 2015
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Re: Hand Brake handle will not go up
I know the GM rear calipers with integral park brake were known for freezing up. They could also be a source of the issue, I suppose.
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DynoDave 1988 Pontiac Trans Am POCI #72200 |
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