Product Information
Handbrake
Lever Compression Spring
Restore the
correct operation and feel of your Porsche handbrake mechanism with this OE
Match Handbrake Lever Compression spring. This spring forms part of the handbrake lever assembly and helps the
locking and release mechanism operate correctly. Although a relatively small
component, correct spring tension is important for smooth and consistent
operation of the parking brake lever.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
- Porsche 968 3.0L 1992-94
- Porsche 968 Sport 3.0L 1994-95
- Porsche 968 CS 3.0L 1993-95
- Porsche 968 Turbo S 3.0L 1993-94
- Porsche 928 4.5L 1978-82
- Porsche 928S 4.7L 1981-83
- Porsche 928S2 4.7L 1984-86
- Porsche 928S4 5.0L 1987-92
- Porsche 928GT 5.0L 1989-91
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
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Over time,
the original spring can weaken, become damaged or corroded, particularly on
older Porsche models. Replacing a worn spring is a simple but important step
when repairing or restoring the handbrake lever assembly.
What Does a
Handbrake Lever Compression Spring Do?
The
compression spring provides controlled spring pressure within the handbrake
lever mechanism, helping the associated locking and release components return
and engage correctly during operation.
A correctly
functioning spring helps provide:
- Smooth handbrake lever operation
- Consistent spring pressure
- Correct operation of the locking
mechanism
- Positive engagement and release
- Reliable operation of the handbrake lever
assembly
When Should
the Compression Spring Be Replaced?
Replacement
should be considered if:
- The spring is broken or damaged
- Corrosion is visible
- Spring tension has weakened
- The handbrake release mechanism feels
loose or inconsistent
- The handbrake lever assembly is being
rebuilt or restored
When
servicing the handbrake lever, it is also advisable to inspect the locking
segment, pawl and related components for signs of wear.
Porsche
Handbrake Lever & Parking Brake Components
A correctly
functioning handbrake relies on several small mechanical components working
together. Springs, locking segments, pawls and other handbrake lever parts can
gradually wear or corrode, affecting the feel and operation of the parking
brake.
Replacing
worn handbrake mechanism components during maintenance or restoration helps
return the assembly to correct working order and is particularly worthwhile
when rebuilding the handbrake lever on a classic Porsche.
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