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Freestyle electronic parking brake malfunction

I own a 2005 Ford Freestyle with a gasoline engine. The electronic parking brake is non-functional, there's an error stored, and a warning light on the speedometer. My car has 146373 km. Could this be a simple brake switch issue or something more serious?

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The electronic parking brake on a 2005 Ford Freestyle is malfunctioning, indicated by an error and warning light. The issue may be more serious than a simple brake switch problem, potentially involving the electric motor in the brake caliper. It is recommended to have the vehicle inspected by a professional to diagnose and address the problem, ensuring vehicle safety.

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levismith2

I've got a Ford Freestyle myself, and I remember a friend having similar troubles with his electronic parking brake. From what he described, and the error lights you're seeing, it sounds less like a simple brake switch and more like the electric motor in the brake caliper might be on its way out. Like a fuse blowing after too much current draw.

ellaschubert2 (community.author)

Interesting. The electric motor, you say? Is there any way to test it before I commit to replacing parts? How much did he pay for the repair?

levismith2

Well, you could try to test it, but honestly, it's kind of a pain. He tried troubleshooting for ages, but in the end, he bit the bullet and took it to a workshop. The error codes pretty much pointed to the motor being the culprit. Eventually, it cost him around 505€, parts and labor included. Better be safe than sorry with brakes, they are more important than your radio! It is best to take it to a professional.

ellaschubert2 (community.author)

Thank you for the insight. I appreciate you sharing your friend's experience. Based on this, I'll schedule a visit to the workshop to have the electric motor in the brake caliper checked. I'll keep system glitch and brake failure in mind. Vehicle safety is most important.

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FREESTYLE