Quick answer
Handbrake / Parking Brake Not Working: the most common causes are stretched handbrake cable requiring adjustment, worn rear drum brake shoes — parking brake relies on them, corroded rear disc with parking mechanism failure. Metre Per Second (KPHB, Hyderabad) diagnoses the exact fault and repairs it same-day — typical work runs ₹500 – ₹1,500, with free pickup and drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty. Call +91 8555824915.
What causes Handbrake / Parking Brake Not Working?
These are the faults we most often find behind this symptom on cars driven in Hyderabad's heat and stop-go traffic:
- Stretched handbrake cable requiring adjustment
- Worn rear drum brake shoes — parking brake relies on them
- Corroded rear disc with parking mechanism failure (integral parking brake in disc)
- Electronic parking brake (EPB) actuator failure
- Handbrake lever ratchet mechanism failure
Repairs & indicative pricing (INR)
| Repair | Indicative price |
|---|---|
| Handbrake cable adjustment | ₹500 – ₹1,500 |
| Handbrake cable replacement | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 |
| Rear brake shoe replacement | ₹3,000 – ₹7,000 |
| EPB actuator replacement | ₹6,000 – ₹18,000 |
| EPB calibration after brake service | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 |
Final price depends on diagnosis. We share a written estimate before any work — no surprises. Free pickup & drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty.
Frequently asked questions
My car rolls on a slope even with handbrake on in Hyderabad — is it safe?
A handbrake that can't hold the car is a safety issue — especially on Hyderabad's many sloped areas (Jubilee Hills, Banjara Hills, hilly residential areas). Most handbrake failures are from stretched cable (needs adjustment, ₹500–₹1,500), or worn rear brake shoes. Electronic parking brakes (EPB) can also fail — requiring actuator replacement (₹6,000–₹18,000). Metre Per Second adjusts or repairs parking brakes same-day.
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Why Hyderabad drivers choose Metre Per Second
- Factory-grade diagnostics — we read the real fault, not just a generic code.
- Free pickup & drop across all of Hyderabad — KPHB, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Hitech City, Gachibowli, Banjara Hills, Secunderabad and more.
- 1-year unconditional warranty on parts and labour.
- Transparent, written estimates — typically 30–50% below authorised dealers.