Rear Brake Question
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Rear Brake Question
My left rear began smoking while driving yesterday. Since I was using the e-brake over the weekend while doing tune-up, I think it was still partially engaged thus causing the problem. I engaged and released it a few times and all seemed ok. I pulled the wheel just to make sure all was well and found the self-adjuster cable in 2 pieces inside.
Do I need to replace this cable ASAP or can it wait a while?
I never had much faith in "self adjusters" anyway and may not replace it at all if I don't have to.
Do I need to replace this cable ASAP or can it wait a while?
I never had much faith in "self adjusters" anyway and may not replace it at all if I don't have to.
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Originally Posted by nuwave
My left rear began smoking while driving yesterday. Since I was using the e-brake over the weekend while doing tune-up, I think it was still partially engaged thus causing the problem. I engaged and released it a few times and all seemed ok. I pulled the wheel just to make sure all was well and found the self-adjuster cable in 2 pieces inside.
Do I need to replace this cable ASAP or can it wait a while?
I never had much faith in "self adjusters" anyway and may not replace it at all if I don't have to.
Do I need to replace this cable ASAP or can it wait a while?
I never had much faith in "self adjusters" anyway and may not replace it at all if I don't have to.
The E-brake may need adjusting: The front park brake cable goes to an equalizer bar under the cab where the rear cables also attach. There is an adjustable rod with a nut there that can be tightened or loosened to adjust the cables.
Last edited by NumberDummy; May 30, 2007 at 06:43 AM.
