Hey all, I've searched the forums here and found posts on the e-brake, but it think my problem is a little unique (although I could be wrong).

Ok, so the brake goes down fine, but doesn't release. The mechanism is all hooked up correctly. The handle is actually pulling the release and everything.

The only way I've been able to get it back up is to pull the pedal up with all my strength back into the disengaged position while pulling on the release with my other hand.

What do you guys think this is? What actually causes the break to release? If I knew exactly how this system works it may be easier to figure out the problem.


Thanks for any help guys.

 

I'm wondering if the pedal need some lubricating. I've had to replace mine all together as it wouldn't lock. Have you inspected the ebrake pedal?

Also year and model to help find out what kind of ebrake setup we are dealing with please.

 

Omgsh duh. I completely forgot to add that.

It's a 2000 Jimmy.
It seems to point to the pedal, but why is it so easy going down vs back up? It's strange. I found a replacement part in Amazon for $50. I've tried lubricating it with silly kroil once or twice and I THINK it helped, but I'm not sure. That's when it was only happening sporadically.

 

It is odd. I would take a look at the ebrake lines going from front to back, make sure they are clear of anything. Might be debree in the lines. But still unsure why it would be hard to release. Usually the other way around.