1997 Chevy Astro e brake

1997 CHEVROLET ASTRO
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KITTY825
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Brakes problem
1997 Chevy Astro 6 cyl Automatic

My 1997 astro vans e brake wont release. The handle pulls normally but brake stuck down. What do i do?
Mar 13, 2010 at 7:09 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check the cables that go into the rear brake assembly. There is one on both sides. Wiggle them and try spraying a penertating oil in the sleve the cable is part of.

Let me know if it helps.
Mar 15, 2010 at 3:22 AM
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