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Parking Brake Adjustment & Service in Hillsboro, OR

Cable, mechanism, and electronic parking-brake adjustment so it holds every time.

Diesel Specialists · Gas & Diesel · 1-Yr/12,000-Mi Warranty · Family-Owned Since 2012 · No Upsells
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my parking brake needs adjustment?

Apply the parking brake and count the clicks. If it takes more than 7 clicks to engage fully, or if the vehicle still rolls on a slope with the brake set, it needs adjustment. Also check the hold: put it on a mild grade and let off the service brake — it should hold the vehicle.

My parking brake is stuck after cold weather. Is something broken?

Probably just frozen or seized from moisture. The cable or mechanism has rust from sitting. Try applying and releasing the brake several times. If it won’t release, don’t force it — bring it in. Using the parking brake regularly is the best prevention against freezing.

My rear brakes were just done and now the parking brake is loose. Why?

Brake jobs that include rotor replacement or caliper work often require re-adjustment of the parking brake cable and drum shoe clearance. If the shop didn’t re-adjust after the brake job, this is normal and easily fixed.

Do you work on trucks with electronic parking brakes?

Confirm with Vince before finalizing this answer. If yes: EPB service requires a compatible scan tool to retract and re-calibrate the system. We have the tools and can service EPB-equipped trucks.

Do you service all makes and models?

Yes — gas and diesel, trucks and daily drivers. Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Portland metro.

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