06 ebrake!

jmc93 · 10-09-2012, 07:29 PM

Helloooooo everyone in the north west! I've tried to search but failed so I'm resorting to posting a question. How do I tighten my ebrake from the back tires? I have an 06 wrx sedan. If anyone could lead me in the right direction or help me out, would be awesome

thank you everyone in advance

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Subarutex · 10-09-2012, 08:05 PM

Remove the center console.

You'll see a curved threaded rod, connected to a plate that has 2 wires coming out of it.

Tighten the nuts on the threaded rod. If it already is past 60-70% of adjustment, then it may be some issue with the drum style ebrakes in the back.

Here is a pic that shows the handle, with the adjuster, etc...

jmc93 · 10-09-2012, 08:24 PM

Yes sir I did that haha I was wondering if you knew how to do it from the rear wheels

J.Gibbs · 10-09-2012, 09:54 PM

There will be a rectangle rubber plug on the back side of the knuckle. Behind that will be a star adjuster. Turn it with a small pry bar or flathead. That tightens the e brake shoes

jmc93 · 10-09-2012, 10:25 PM

Will this work for the 06?? Cuz I looked back there and I couldn't find a rubber plug

J.Gibbs · 10-09-2012, 10:29 PM

It should. Most of them are on the bottom but some subarus have them on the top of the backing plate/knuckle. Take a look around and let me know if you still need help

10-09-2012, 07:29 PM	#1
jmc93 Scooby Newbie Member#: 302589 Join Date: Nov 2011 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Covington,WA Vehicle: 2006 WRX Metallic Grey	06 ebrake! Helloooooo everyone in the north west! I've tried to search but failed so I'm resorting to posting a question. How do I tighten my ebrake from the back tires? I have an 06 wrx sedan. If anyone could lead me in the right direction or help me out, would be awesome thank you everyone in advance * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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10-09-2012, 08:05 PM	#2
Subarutex Scooby Specialist Member#: 24241 Join Date: Sep 2002 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Brier, WA	Remove the center console. You'll see a curved threaded rod, connected to a plate that has 2 wires coming out of it. Tighten the nuts on the threaded rod. If it already is past 60-70% of adjustment, then it may be some issue with the drum style ebrakes in the back. Here is a pic that shows the handle, with the adjuster, etc...

10-09-2012, 08:24 PM	#3
jmc93 Scooby Newbie Member#: 302589 Join Date: Nov 2011 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Covington,WA Vehicle: 2006 WRX Metallic Grey	Yes sir I did that haha I was wondering if you knew how to do it from the rear wheels

10-09-2012, 09:54 PM	#4
J.Gibbs Scooby Specialist Member#: 312107 Join Date: Mar 2012 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Sterling Vehicle: 1998 LowFoz Glacier White	There will be a rectangle rubber plug on the back side of the knuckle. Behind that will be a star adjuster. Turn it with a small pry bar or flathead. That tightens the e brake shoes

10-09-2012, 10:25 PM	#5
jmc93 Scooby Newbie Member#: 302589 Join Date: Nov 2011 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Covington,WA Vehicle: 2006 WRX Metallic Grey	Will this work for the 06?? Cuz I looked back there and I couldn't find a rubber plug

10-09-2012, 10:29 PM	#6
J.Gibbs Scooby Specialist Member#: 312107 Join Date: Mar 2012 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Sterling Vehicle: 1998 LowFoz Glacier White	It should. Most of them are on the bottom but some subarus have them on the top of the backing plate/knuckle. Take a look around and let me know if you still need help