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Emergency Brake Problem
I searched the forum figuring there would be a post about this... but there isn't. There are a couple posts that were almost similar to my problem, but they are different. So anyway... this is on my 1998 200SX SE-R.
When I pull up on my E-brake I get no holding power from it. I know I'm supposed to be able to move it 8-9 clicks... I can only get 3 at the most, but it doesn't do anything. It might as well just be off. I tried tightening it at the E-brake. But it didn't change anything (actually it got even harder to move the handle). Is this a sign of a frozen (or freezing) rear calipers? How do I go about checking it? I don't remember how to do it, it's been a long time since I messed with brakes. Is it as simple as jacking the rear end up, spinning the tires and having someone step on the brake? I swear it can't be that simple.
Also, I got underneath the car and all and the e-brake cables are all hooked up too. Also... is the equalizer the metal bracket thing right above my exhaust which splits the cables. I think that's it.. am i able to adjust it there like on older drum-style vehicles? Or do I only have it at the brake handle?
Well... thanks for any help. I'd appreciate it.
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