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Question posted by Ziomka on April 16th, 2014

Where Is The Park Break Release On 1996 Cadillac Deville

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Answer #1: Posted by adman79 on April 16th, 2014 11:01 AM

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Once you put the car in "D" the brake will automatically release.
If the brake does not release there is an emergency release, which is a small lever attached at the top of the parking brake pedal. Pull it up and the brake should release.

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