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First, let your engine run for a bit. As your engine gets warmer, it should cause any ice to melt, which will allow you to disengage your handbrake. You can speed the process a little by gently revving your engine, while attempting to disengage your handbrake several times could break up any remaining ice.

Corrosion Corrosion is a common cause of a stuck parking brake. Water and dirt work their way into your parking brake, which can cause the brake cable to snap and can result in your brake pads sticking to the rear wheel.

To release a stuck brake you can do several things. If it is safe to do so, you can try rocking the vehicle back and forth or manually getting under the vehicle to pull the cables. You can also try setting and releasing the brake multiple times in the hopes of knocking the brakes free.

To release the handbrake, you need to press the button on the lever and push it all the way down and release the button. If your car has an electronic parking brake, you need to push the button down or press the handbrake button.

If the parking brakes won't release, then you need to check the following: Corroded or rusty parking brake cable. Damaged or missing return spring. Rear caliper pivot arm has seized.

To release a stuck brake you can do several things. If it is safe to do so, you can try rocking the vehicle back and forth or manually getting under the vehicle to pull the cables. You can also try setting and releasing the brake multiple times in the hopes of knocking the brakes free.

Water and dirt can cause cables to erode. This can cause your parking brake to fail, cables to snap, and brake pads to stick to the wheels. If you want to avoid stuck brakes, use your emergency brake on a regular basis to ensure corrosion hasn't occurred. The e-brake can also freeze in place.