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Handbrake problem

My handbrake keeps going tight and then loose. It seems to hold without much problem, but the issue is getting worse. Any ideas?

Asked on 11 January 2016 by MA170

Answered by Honest John
Cable problem. They are probably detached from their mounting clips and flopping about under the car.

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