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2010 Mazda 5 Repair Question


Topics covered: Brakes.
Mileage: 17,000 miles.

Asked on August 25, 2011

Stupidity

Drove 2010 Mazda 5 with the e-brake on until it started smoking, about 4 blocks. How do I know if it is OKor if it is toast.
Avatar Asked by jeraboa

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Replied on August 25, 2011

it really needs to be physically checked. but if it still works ok then it may just need adjustment.

Tiny Answered by hmac300 (expert)
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Replied on August 25, 2011

You need to take it somewhere and have the rear brakes and componets inspected to be on the safe side unless you have expernice do that.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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