HELP! Park brake stuck (complete with warning light)
- Thread starter ThaiZ4
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The official way to release the EPB... Not sure what you intend to do though, as there is obviously a serious (in the cars view) fault that is unlikely to clear just by removal. You need access to a decent OBD Diag/Coding system like the Delphi VCI which allows diags, operation and coding.
Anyway, as you wanted to know:
Remove the actuators from both sides, fairly easy to do...
This then allows you to access the back of the caliper, take note of the warning though!:
Anyway, as you wanted to know:
Remove the actuators from both sides, fairly easy to do...
This then allows you to access the back of the caliper, take note of the warning though!:
There is no point in dismantling the centre console, if you have a check control message and a locked out parking brake. If the switch was at fault, it would simply not work, it is unlikely to throw an error. If you have access to an advanced diagnostic system, you could override the error, clear the fault codes and reset the EPB. You could then run through the full maintenance process to unwind and reengage the EPB actuators.
Gone are the days of simply lubricating a seized cable, slave cylinder or caliper, unless you own a "less advanced" vehicle.
Gone are the days of simply lubricating a seized cable, slave cylinder or caliper, unless you own a "less advanced" vehicle.
I've got a problem tonight . I entered car this evening handbrake on but a yellow light came on saying brake . I drove of but the yellow lights remain and I've no handbrake . Called bmw assist car has gone on a low loader to dealer for inspection . Im hoping it's covered under approved used car warranty ??
