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Grand Scenic MK3 Parking Break will not release.

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#1 ·
Hi All, I have a 2011 Grand Scenic (MK3) The Electric Parking Break will not release when you attempt to drive away. I have read the fault code with a Renault Clip and I get this current fault (DTC516C64 Manual Command). I can release and apply the Parking break with a Renault Clip so I assume the Callipers are OK. When I try to release or apply the Parking Break with the Dash switch it just goes from a solid red led to a flashing one and the break does not release. I have changed the switch but no difference. Any thoughts any one? I see lots of help with the MK2 on the forum but not so much for the MK3. I know the clutch position sensor is involved in releasing the parking break as it the slope sensor. From looking at the readings from the Renault Clip I can see that the clutch position sensor is working as it does vary depending on how far down the clutch is. I cant recall what the slope value is reading, I will check it later. Any help or guidance would really be appreciated. I had the parking break warning on the dash for a few weeks but was able to clear it as it was only a stored fault and not a current one but now it is a hard fault and the clip will not reset it.
 
#34 ·
There is a two wire connector which connects to the break calliper on each rear wheel, she could check thoes are attached, but some basic knowledge will be required. I would suspect a broken wire there. Finding which side is at fault first by releasing the parking break and pushing the car from the rear corner and it will role every so slightly on the side which is working properly. If you discover which side is stuck on you can then remove the connector on the side that is stuck on (there is a red clip to slide first then a push clip and pull it off. Once off apply 12 volts to the 2 terminals and by connecting one way it will tighten and the other way it will loosen. But with out any basic knowledge do not attempt this and ensure the car is not going to roll. My advice wait for the RAC
 
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