Where can I get my parking brake release cable replaced?
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quotes near you. Yoo's Auto Service & Collision
189 W Duncannon Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$411(Parts - $190, Labor - $221)
Shop Diagnostic Fee(Included in service charges)
$100 EXSA Automotive
550 Hartrey Ave, Evanston, IL
Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$411(Parts - $190, Labor - $221)
61 Auto Center
1226 Centre Ave, Reading, PA
Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$320(Parts - $190, Labor - $130)
Shop Diagnostic Fee(Included in service charges)
$70 Fine Tune Auto Service - Lansing
17546 Chicago Ave, Lansing, IL
Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$580(Parts - $190, Labor - $390)
Shop Diagnostic Fee(Included in service charges)
$140 How did we vet these shops?
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How will the mechanic replace the parking brake release cable?
It’s a good idea to take your car to a dealership or a qualified mechanic. Although replacing a cable seems simple enough, some emergency brake cables are combined with multiple cables that run throughout your vehicle, making it a challenge to DIY.
Plus, a mechanic can inspect the entire braking system, including your brake calipers, brake fluid, brake rotors, and parking brake shoes, to see if any other parts need repairing or replacing.
Here’s how a mechanic will fix your braking mechanism. They will:
Secure the wheels and locate the parking brake cable. If the cable is underneath the vehicle, they’ll hoist or jack up your car.
Remove the dash panels to access the parking brake cable.
Remove the faulty parking brake cable. The mechanic will also remove any support fasteners that hold the cable in place.
Install the new parking brake cable and reattach the support fasteners.
Reinstall the dash panels and check the parking brake to ensure the new release cable works correctly.
What happens if I don’t replace my parking brake cable?
Unfortunately, driving with a damaged or failing cable can cause a lot of problems, including:
A completely broken parking brake
Noticeable drag on your vehicle
Wear and tear on the transmission