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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 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Emergency/Parking Brake Cable Replacement is $420 with $40 for parts and $380 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Center ReplacementEstimate$540.88Shop/Dealer Price$631.12 - $744.32
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$460.88Shop/Dealer Price$551.24 - $664.54
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$460.88Shop/Dealer Price$551.23 - $664.52
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Passenger Side ReplacementEstimate$460.88Shop/Dealer Price$551.08 - $664.24
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Center ReplacementEstimate$460.88Shop/Dealer Price$551.35 - $664.71
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$460.88Shop/Dealer Price$551.23 - $664.52
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$480.88Shop/Dealer Price$570.28 - $682.85
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK320V6-3.2LService typeEmergency / Parking Brake Cable - Driver Side ReplacementEstimate$480.88Shop/Dealer Price$572.89 - $687.42
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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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Andrew

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Andrew
11 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 V6-3.2L - Brake Rotor/Disc Replacement (Front, Rear) - Kansas City, Missouri
Good experience. Worked on my Jaguar and Benz. Corvette next

Carlos

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Carlos
25 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 V6-3.2L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Pleasant Hill, California
Carlos is so amazing! He is very efficient yet thorough, and will tell you flat out whether or not he thinks it is a good deal. He gave me advice on smaller maintenance strategies, shared his knowledge of dos and donts, and helped me figure out some specific features. I also got to sit with him in the car while he drove it around, which I really liked. He explained what he noticed and felt, and why he was doing certain things. Having Carlos check it out made me feel much more confident in my purchase, and I felt a lot less nervous taking the leap. I plan on calling him back up down the line for anything I need. In the end, I was able to drive (not walk) away in an amazing 2003 Mercedes Benz SLK320. I really appreciate his help and advice.

Charles

34 years of experience
342 reviews
Charles
34 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 V6-3.2L - 48,000 Miles Maintenance Service - Manor, Texas
Professional, polite and punctual.

Nathan

29 years of experience
260 reviews
Nathan
29 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz SLK320 V6-3.2L - Brake Pads Replacement (Front, Rear) - Fort Worth, Texas
Did great job as always.

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