i have a 2004 dodge neon when i put in reverse it feels like e-brake in on but in drive its fine. please help!!

thanks


also i noticed that after driving for about 45 min it all works fine and no longer feels like Parking brake is on.


please help!!!!!!!

 

I would first pull the drum and do an inspection of the shoes. If the drums are hard to come off the brakes may be tight. I would also clean the whole area inside the drum, check the wheel cylinders for leaks, and put some anti seize on the 3 contact parts of each shoe. You can lastly adjust the shoes by removing the rubber plug and turn the adjuster for a close fit.

 

also i noticed that after driving for about 45 min it all works fine and no longer feels like Parking brake is on.

please help

 

Hmm During that first 45 min. do you smell brake lining cooking or is the drum hot to the touch? If not than I would think that it is not too tight. Also, does the hand brake apply with a reasonable amount of pull on the e brake? I just feel that there is no substitute for pulling the drum off and giving it a good inspection, cleaning, lubricating, and checking the wheel cylinders for leaks.

 

Have you done the inspection recommended above? You need to inspect your brakes. If you don't know how, I recommend taking it to a brake shop.

 

Thanks for the reply, i will have to clean, lubricate, and check the wheel cylinders for leaks.

I will post if it works thanks again!!!