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Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement Service

How much does a Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Volvo C30 Parking Brake Release Cable Replacement is $437 with $285 for parts and $152 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2008 Volvo C30L5-2.4LService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$753.94Shop/Dealer Price$912.44 - $1351.91
2010 Volvo C30L5-2.4LService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$721.94Shop/Dealer Price$880.46 - $1319.96
2012 Volvo C30L5-2.5L TurboService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$721.94Shop/Dealer Price$880.46 - $1319.95
2007 Volvo C30L5-2.5L TurboService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$721.94Shop/Dealer Price$880.43 - $1319.89
2009 Volvo C30L5-2.4LService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$721.94Shop/Dealer Price$880.49 - $1320.00
2008 Volvo C30L5-2.5L TurboService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$721.94Shop/Dealer Price$880.46 - $1319.95
2007 Volvo C30L5-2.4LService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$729.94Shop/Dealer Price$888.24 - $1327.57
2013 Volvo C30L5-2.5L TurboService typeParking Brake Release Cable ReplacementEstimate$729.94Shop/Dealer Price$888.84 - $1328.62
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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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He was a pleasure to deal with, knowledgeable and 100% took the time to answer my questions. Was skeptical about using whole online sevice but by the end of the job, I felt reassured and booked him for a repeat job a few days later. Wanted to drive car first to "test things out" from first set or repairs before making any decesion. Obviously both he and the work he did pased the test. Not an eay task in this day and age to find a mechanic you are actually willing to believe the repairs they say are needed actually DO NEED to be done. I am on my 4th Volvo and have delt with enough dishonest dealerships to last me a lifetime and then some! What he may lack in perceived years of being in the biz (5 years verses a 10 plus year mechanic) by no means reflects on his aptitude, ability to get the work done in a timely manner or overall hands on experience with import cars.... he knows his stuff!

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Brought the correct battery and completed the job professionally in 10 min.

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Denny helped us with a pre purchase inspection for a used car. He arrived on time and called me after the inspection. His report was available shortly after the visit and documented several places of damage we weren't of.

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9 years of experience
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9 years of experience
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