Subaru: How much damage?

H. Whelply wrote:
 

Typically, the e-brake is only on the rear tires. Check the full
circumference of the tires. If the rear tires didn't roll, you may have
worn a flat spot in the tires. If they did roll, you likely got some
pretty hot rear brakes. Possibly glazed pads or warped rotors? I don't
know the specifics of the rear brakes on your car.

Stu

Probably little or no damage. What's done is done, shouldn't worry about it
now. Continue to enjoy your new XT and keep it well maintained =)

The most you can do right now if you just want peace of mind is take it in
for a rear brake inspection. It wouldn't hurt...it'll only cost a little $$
and some of your time...But most likely, little or no damage...

"H. Whelply" <net> wrote in message
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The parking brake is a small drum brake which uses the inside of the
disc brake hub as the rotating friction surface. The parking brake
lever doesn't actuate the rear disc pads.

You probably wore the linings of the parking brake shoes very badly,
given that you *heard* before you noticed they were on.

You should have someone inspect your parking brakes, but it's unlikely
to have affected the rear discs that are used when you press the brake
pedal.

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On Mon, 3 Nov 2003 20:12:01 -0800, "H. Whelply" <net>
wrote:
 

On Tue, 4 Nov 2003 03:14:53 -0800, "al gu" <com>
wrote:
 
Everything stu said is true. He meant rear brakes, not tires. You're
an idiot al.

Emergency brakes operate the rear brakes.

If the brake was set tight enough the rear wheels will not spin and
the tires will be worn flat on one spot.

If they were set somewhat lose, she was riding on the brakes and wore
down the pads. This results in lots of friction, results in lots of
heat. The heat can glaze the pads and can warp the rotors if the
e-brake runs on rear discs.

"H. Whelply" <net> wrote in message
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Excessive heat can damage the wheel bearings
and/or the oil seal.