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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 07:55 PM
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Default 04 handbrake issue

i have to really pull the handbrake to its maximum height for it to hold my car,is there any way it can be adjusted or is it fooked?
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 08:03 PM
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firstly it needs the adjustment at the hub checked and only then you can try and adjust the cable at the lever inside...........

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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 08:05 PM
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firstly it needs the adjustment at the hub checked and only then you can try and adjust the cable at the lever inside...........

alyn
cheers matey i will get my mechanic to take a look,is it big £££ should the cable/shoes need replacing?
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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 08:05 PM
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try the adjustment on the lever inside if the cable is slack
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