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What to do if the car moves even with the handbrake engaged.

Model: Chevrolet Optra MK 1 - Years 2004-2013
Part: Parking brake

In this video, we can see how to solve the problem of a car that rolls downhill even with the handbrake engaged. This is a serious issue because the vehicle is not safe if we leave it parked on a slope, and it can pose a significant danger. What the YouTuber suggests is not simply tightening the screw that determines how much the handbrake lever is raised, but rather to intervene directly on the rear disc by cleaning it and applying an anti-seize compound, which can be found, for example, on Amazon with the code B00EZ2P3EC at the price of €12.95 with free shipping.

Posted on 5 January 2026 by ScegliAuto

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