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Automatic handbrake on Grand Scenic

I have an intermittent problem with the handbrake on my 2004 Renault Grand Scenic, and Renault say the motor in it is broken. What should I do?

Asked on 18 March 2011 by saabhead

Answered by Honest John
Then it probably is broken and you need to replace it. Likely to be hard to find 2nd hand:

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