I had a similar problem but not as severe. Car was bogging down like it was pulling alot of weight. Took the rear wheel off and took the rotor off and all the emergency brake parts fell out on the ground. I just took the parts and bagged them until I can get the car to the shop.

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89 190E
2.6L
Arctic white
Grey leather
Sunroof
Pirelli P400 rubber
Smoked corners