When I set my parking brake my car still rolls

2003 NISSAN ALTIMA
121,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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EDWINGUERRERO
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Hello,
When I set my parking brake my car still rolls. The handle goes up about 7 clicks and it does engage somewhat but not completely. Any suggestions?
Feb 15, 2010 at 4:32 PM
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KASEKENNY
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You may be able to just adjust them but if you need to replace them here is a guide that will help with this:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/parking-brake-shoe-replacement

Below you will find the process from the manual on how to replace these and adjust them as needed.

Please let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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