I have a 1990 ford ranger pickup. When I push the parking brake pedal it will not release by pulling the handle. I don't think it is the cables. Is there an actulator part that I may need to replace? I have never messed with the parking brake as when I park it in my driveway I always just put it in reverse and let it sit. Truck has 190,000 miles on it. I just want to get everything to work on it.
Any advise would be appreciated.

John

 

If the parking brake release is a part of the pedal/latch/cable mechanism on the kick panel, then the only fix I know of is a replacement from a boneyard or new OEM.
You can try pressing on the pedal while pulling the lever to see if releasing the pressure inside the mechanism will allow it to work.
tom

 

Tom, thank you for your reply. My question is what exactly do I ask for when calling an auto salvage yard for the parts?
John

 

Parking brake pedal mechanism? Call your dealer and ask for parts...
tom