Parking Brake Related Problems of the 1998 Ford F-150

Table 1 shows two common parking brake related problems of the 1998 Ford F-150. The number one most common problem is related to the parking brake (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the parking brake hoses lines/piping and fittings (one problem).

Table 1. Parking Brake related problems of Ford F-150


Recently reported Parking Brake problems of the 1998 Ford F-150

The Parking Brake problem

The contact stated the emergency brake cable is stretched out and will not hold the vehicle in place. The emergency parking brake was engaged and the vehicle rolled off of a jack while a tire was being changed. There were no injuries.   Read details...

The Parking Brake Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

While braking to turn, the brake pedal went to the floor and I was unable to stop. Luckily I was already slowing for the turn and was able to downshift to slow enough for the turn. Mechanic said the brake line was rusted through.   Read details...


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