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Emergency/Parking Brake Cable Replacement Service

How much does a Emergency/Parking Brake Cable Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 330xi Emergency/Parking Brake Cable Replacement is $147 with $24 for parts and $123 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2004 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Center ReplacementEstimate$197.41Shop/Dealer Price$232.14 - $285.15
2006 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Center ReplacementEstimate$313.89Shop/Dealer Price$374.97 - $447.73
2001 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$237.90Shop/Dealer Price$284.94 - $347.18
2004 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$237.90Shop/Dealer Price$284.86 - $347.04
2006 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$237.90Shop/Dealer Price$285.00 - $347.28
2003 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$237.90Shop/Dealer Price$284.94 - $347.18
2005 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$247.90Shop/Dealer Price$294.47 - $356.34
2006 BMW 330xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$247.90Shop/Dealer Price$295.77 - $358.63
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What is the Emergency/Parking Brake Cable all about?

The parking brake cable is a thin, steel cable that connects the parking brake lever to the parking brake shoes. It is located underneath the car. When you pull the lever, this cable enables the parking brake shoes to press against the rotor or the drum, creating the friction that keeps the car from rolling. It is just like using the brake pedal, but in this case, you are using the parking brake cable instead of brake fluids to apply the pressure. Over time the cable can rust and break. If the parking brake cable is broken, the car will roll even when the parking brake has been engaged.

Keep in mind:

The brake drums or pads often need to be removed to access the emergency brake cable. During this time, the drums and pads should be inspected to see if they also need to be replaced.

How it's done:

  • Remove and replace parking brake cable.
  • Adjust parking brake.
  • Test parking brake.

Our recommendation:

Always apply the parking brake when the car is parked. This will keep the parking brake adjusted properly. Your mechanic should inspect the parking brake cable during every brake service. They should also periodically spray rust penetrant chemical on the cable to prevent rust from building up.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Emergency/Parking Brake Cable?

  • Parking brake does not hold car.
  • Parking brake does not release.
  • Parking brake warning light is on.

How important is this service?

All services associated with proper function of your brakes are important. In addition to safety issues, ignoring small repairs can quickly lead to more serious (and more expensive) problems.

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Raymond

37 years of experience
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Raymond
37 years of experience
BMW 330xi L6-3.0L - Valve Cover - Las Vegas, Nevada
Very knowledgeable and communicative And timely.

Adam

16 years of experience
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Adam
16 years of experience
BMW 330xi L6-3.0L - Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve - Plano, Texas
Adam is a very nice guy. He completed the work and found some additional hoses that needed replacement. He said it was fixed, however I took the car for a test drive after he left and it ran very rough, service engine light came on, it died at least 5 times in about a five mile trip. So it was not fixed correctly. I had to call and schedule another service appt with another mechanic to fix it. He is at my house right now performing the work. If he is not able to correct the problems created by Adams work I will find it very difficult to justify using the service again. The initial repair cost was over $500.

Collins

12 years of experience
512 reviews
Collins
12 years of experience
BMW 330xi L6-3.0L - 75 Point Safety Inspection - Atlanta, Georgia
It was a good appointment. Collins came over and inspected my car but unfortunately was not able to install the driver's side axle. After his inspection, he told me that I needed a hub bearing assembly on that side and that my axel was in pretty good shape. He did not have the equipment pull the hub bearing for installation but he was very knowledgeable s we discussed that process. His inspection also revealed that my car was in need of a passenger's side CV axle assembly. I was only charged for his inspection fee and we agreed that I would call at a later time for the actual work to be done. This will have to take place after I have wheel bearing hub assemblies installed. I was informed that the company would credit my account for any unused fees that I paid.

Eliud

23 years of experience
207 reviews
Eliud
23 years of experience
BMW 330xi L6-3.0L - Battery is dead - Lawrenceville, Georgia
Good inspection and feedback regarding vehicle issues

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