Blue Print warns about stretched handbrake cables

Motorists are warned about the dangers of an incorrectly adjusted cable

Blue Print warns about stretched handbrake cables
Blue Print has the solution for brake cable replacement.

Hand brakes are a key part of the vehicle braking system.

Also referred to as a parking brake or emergency brake, handbrake cables operate the emergency brake and are usually located at the rear brakes.

The cable connects the handbrake lever to the brakes on the rear wheels of the car.

Without a fully operational cable, the car cannot be secured or prevented from rolling downhill.

In a statement, Blue Print said: “The cables stretch with use, and need checking regularly to make sure they do not need adjusting.

“Cables wear over time, and this can lead to fraying.

“Other issues with the handbrake include the rusting of moving parts, causing them to stick so that the handbrake cannot be applied or released fully.

“It is important that these are replaced immediately if any signs of wear occur.

“You should make sure to check the cables when replacing any components in the braking system such as pads or discs.”

Blue Print supplies more than 1,000 different brake cables, with over 12,000 applications for a variety of vehicle makes and models including Nissan, Toyota and Mitsubishi.

Find Blue Print’s braking components range on Blue Print Live, sign in or register by following the ‘more details’ link below.

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