Peugeot Re: "sticky" emergency brakes '86 505 STI

From: Bob Bruce (bobbruce@canada.com)
Date: Sun 10 Mar 2002 - 12:01:47 EST

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    Good chance that the cables are seizing I've cut open the plastic protector
    which will
    probably be damaged bend the spring to open a path for WD40
    or get a new pair
    or the lever mechanism...soak with WD40 remove cables are move
    with pliers until free

    Bob

    > I rarely set my parking brake on my 505 because they are notorious for
    > getting stuck, but on occassion one needs to use it. Lately, when I
    > release it, they are staying stuck slightly on; I can feel the drag.
    > They release after driving about a 1/4 mile. While stuck on, the
    > emergency brake pull is slack. Any suggestions on how to fix this? I'm
    > worried about the day they don't release, plus I need to pass an
    > inspection next month.
    >
    > Thanks.
    >
    > Rich.
    > '86 STI 505 240K
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