I just purchased a 1999 BMW 323i and it’s Manual. But the...


I just purchased a 1999 BMW 323i and it’s Manual. But the E-[brake](/topics-brake/) doesn’t work! And I’m not sure what needs to be fixed in it. Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your 323i yourself? What have you tried ...

I just purchased a 1999 BMW 323i and it’s Manual. But the E-[brake](/topics-brake/) doesn’t work! And I’m not sure what needs to be fixed in it. Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your 323i yourself? What have you tried so far? Yes I have, and so far I haven’t really done anything as I purchased the car late last night. Just wanted to know where to start. Mechanic's Assistant: Will the headlights turn on? Is the battery fully charged? Yes it is Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I’ve tried leaving the vehicle in 1st or Reverse and it still rolls

Automotive Expert
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Automotive Expert
you may simply need to adjust the parking brake cable, or, you may need to replace it. an inspection of the parking brake should easily reveal the need.

How do you know whether or not you need to replace it or adjust the cable?
Automotive Expert
first adjust, if that doesn't work, replace

Okay, and how would I go about adjusting the cable?
Automotive Expert
what is the vin?

One second, I’ll grab it
Automotive Expert
ok

WBAAM3331XKC61202
Automotive Expert
here are the instructions you requested: https://app.box.com/s/0jqt6r2fsnydmjh7kpyt6adrm4ujf5ot

Perfect, thank you
Automotive Expert
you are welcome

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