An integral parking brake means the rear caliper piston has two jobs: perform normal stopping duties and ratcheting up as the parking/emergency brake. This is done via the car’s cable-operated ...

Replacement and MaintenanceAlthough parking-brake cables are made of corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel, they can still suffer from rust, dirt, and the absence of lubrication.

Car Doctor: Can you recommend a good scan tool that isn't expensive? A: The electric parking brake is basically an electric motor that pulls up on the parking brake cable.

Add A Parking Brake Reminder Light Lokar sent us this sweet parking brake reminder light switch (PN EHB-7001, $32.99), a micro switch unit that's a good idea to install while doing this project.