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Originally Posted by Jim H
I have never heard of this. How does this happen? 
I understand the parking brake is to prevent the car from rolling from any reason.
I know that the parking brake system may corrode in place if not used, so when you finally do apply the brake it will no longer release. 
I believe the Owner's Manual recommends that you apply the parking brake each time you park.  |
Ice....it gets slush and water on it...then when it cools off it freezes in the engaged position.....and its very common when someone uses it in the winter (below freezing temps)
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