there is no tension in my handbrake leaver but the cable is ok. what else could it be?

2003 HOLDEN COMMODORE
160,000 MILES
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JEZZA
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the leaver is really sloppy and doesn't stay up when uou lift it,
but the handbrake works if i hold it up
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:26 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check the parking brake sprag. It sounds like the gears are either stripped or there claw isn't engaging.
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:34 AM
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JEZZA
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how do i check that? is that under the boot inside the car?
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:38 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Under the boot (in car)
Nov 20, 2011 at 6:44 AM
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