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parking brake 2005 Volvo s40 not work well

Old Aug 2, 2015 | 02:25 PM
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Default parking brake 2005 Volvo s40 not work well

Hi folks,

I've got a 2005 volvo s40

the parking brake is not very powerfull, the mechanic already ajust the hand brake lever twice to about 6 notches but after a very short time it's loose again about 10 notches
do you have an idea of what is the issue ?
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 12:17 AM
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Your mechanic is the issue. Your mechanic needs to get strangle with that stretched cable. lol
 
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 09:50 AM
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Do you think the cable must be changed ?
 
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 01:51 PM
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I would wonder if there is some other hidden problem, perhaps a broken or bent mount that is letting the cable slip.

As it is, 'tain't right. Cables don't just stretch.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2015 | 08:14 PM
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Cables don't just stretch when not used. But when used, they certainly stretch. Sounds like these are stretched and need replacement.
 
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