Cadillac STS Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement Costs

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How much does a Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Cadillac STS Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement is $389 with $285 for parts and $104 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
2006 Cadillac STSV8-4.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$696.45	Shop/Dealer Price$858.19 - $1300.10
2007 Cadillac STSV6-3.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$674.45	Shop/Dealer Price$836.23 - $1278.16
2006 Cadillac STSV8-4.4L Turbo	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$674.45	Shop/Dealer Price$836.22 - $1278.16
2010 Cadillac STSV6-3.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$674.45	Shop/Dealer Price$836.18 - $1278.08
2010 Cadillac STSV8-4.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$674.45	Shop/Dealer Price$836.25 - $1278.21
2005 Cadillac STSV8-4.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$674.45	Shop/Dealer Price$836.22 - $1278.16
2011 Cadillac STSV6-3.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$679.95	Shop/Dealer Price$841.46 - $1283.20
2008 Cadillac STSV6-3.6L	Service typeParking Brake Release Cable Replacement	Estimate$679.95	Shop/Dealer Price$842.18 - $1284.45

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What is the Parking Brake Release Cable all about?

Your parking brake only plays a role in safety after parking your car, but it’s an important part of automotive equipment. When you engage the brake, either by pulling the handle between the two front seats or pressing the pedal on the driver side, it engages a secondary braking system designed to help hold your car in place and alleviate unwanted pressure on your transmission.

You need to release the brake before you can safely drive once more, and this is where the parking brake release cable comes into play. Depending on the setup in your specific vehicle, you’ll either push a release button, or push the pedal again to activate the release cable and disengage the parking brake. Without an operational brake cable, the e-brake won’t disengage, which can be problematic. Driving with the brake on is never a good idea.

Keep in mind:

Your parking brake release cable should be inspected during normal maintenance.
The release cable generally runs the length of your vehicle under the body.
Release cable hardware can also cause problems.

How it's done:

The dash panels are removed for access
The defective parking brake release cable is removed
The new parking brake release cable is installed
The dash panels are reinstalled
The vehicle parking brake is checked for proper operation

Our recommendation:

If your parking brake release cable is not working and the brake is engaged, do not drive the vehicle. That will only damage the braking system and increase your repair bill. One of our experienced mechanics will often be able to fix the problem in short order.

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

Parking brake won’t disengage

How important is this service?

Having a working parking brake release cable is important. Without one, you won’t be able to use your parking brake (or disengage the brake if it’s on). We recommend you work with our expert mechanics who can diagnose the problem.

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Cadillac STS V6-3.6L - Ignition Coil - Stone Mountain, Georgia

Tony has worked on my car twice. The first time was to actually re-diagnose a questionable suggestion by another mechanic working for a stealership while the car was under "warranty". He was very thorough with his assessment and quite accurately determined what the problem was. In order to ensure my long term happiness, he went behind the last guys spark plug change to check for proper gap and sure enough all six plugs were widely varied and the wrong type of plug as well. After proper oem replacement was found and properly gapped away we go to "Purring like a Caddy!"

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by Omar

Cadillac STS V8-4.6L - Electric Problems - Denver, Colorado

Did all that he could do for the service that I recommend, I figured it would be something that I would have to have checked out at the dealership but he eliminated a couple of possibilities for me. Thanks

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by James

Cadillac STS V6-3.6L - Car is not shifting into park - Lawrenceville, Georgia

Very knowledgeable, explained everything, would recommend.

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by Alvin

Cadillac STS V6-3.6L - Starter - Portsmouth, Virginia

Victor was on time and very professional. Removing the starter proved to be very difficult after disconnecting it. He tried numerous times based on his own knowledge and consulted several sources when he had initial problems. After trying all suggestions, none which worked as suggested, he persisted and came up with a solution of his own. Once the old starter was removed after at least two hours or more, connecting the new one went swiftly. I was willing to let him quit, but he did not. His equipment truck is better outfitted than most shops. During the repair, several passersby stopped to get Your Mechanic contact info. Victor is one of the best mechanics I've ever met anywhere!

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