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575 Parking Brake

Discussion in '456/550/575' started by dsd, Jun 20, 2007.

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  1. dsd

    dsd F1 Rookie
    Owner Silver Subscribed

    Nov 19, 2006
    4,273
    Northern Virginia
    Just picked up my 575, love it but I have 1 complaint:

    I cannot be the only one who's hand does not fit between the parking brake and door.

    Seriously, I can't release the brake with the door shut. Is there an extension arm and button or am I doing something wrong?

    It looks like the handle nearly touches the door.

    Help!

    -dsd
     
  2. dsd

    dsd F1 Rookie
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    #2 dsd, Jun 20, 2007
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  3. frefan

    frefan F1 Veteran

    Apr 21, 2004
    7,370
    yeah its a real PITA. either release it before you close the door or get it released before you reach the handrest. you can ratchet it twice to get the job done. even still I always kill my knuckles too. fortunately the rest of the car more than makes up for it ;) enjoy
     
  4. Tifoso Ferrari

    Tifoso Ferrari Formula Junior

    Nov 7, 2005
    578
    Upper Volta
    Full Name:
    Gianni Cagate
    Check with your dealer as your hand brake height looks out of spec. My doesn't rise nearly as much. Perhaps it's just a mere adjustment/tightening.
     
  5. vandevanterSH

    vandevanterSH F1 Rookie
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    Jan 27, 2005
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    Stephen Van Devanter
    Agree...needs adjustment.
     
  6. dsd

    dsd F1 Rookie
    Owner Silver Subscribed

    Nov 19, 2006
    4,273
    Northern Virginia
    Had the brake adjusted today.

    It is SO much better.

    Still a bit high and tight but livable.

    Thanks all!

    -dsd
     

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