Brake cables
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Part no. 6785397
BMW Z4 E85 Bowden Cable Handbrake Hand Parking Emergency Brake Wire 6757547
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Part no. A2124200185
Parking Brake Mercedes W212 Handbrake Cable Line Left Right A2124200185
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Part no. 6769368
BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Hand Parking Brake Bowden Cable Linkage 6760444
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Part no. 6770602
BMW E60 E61 LCI Right O/S Handbrake Parking Hand Brake Bowden Cable 6770602
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Part no. A2044200985
Mercedes W204 Handbrake Parking Brake Cable Rear A2044200985
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Part no. 6789505
Brake Wear Sensor BMW X5 E70 Rear Wheel Pad Left Right N/O/S X6 E71 6789505
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Part no. 7853300
BMW F87 M2 Bowden Cable Handbrake Hand Parking Emergency Brake Wire 7853300
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Part no. 6769367
BMW X1 Series E84 Rear Parking Hand Brake Bowden Cable Linkage Brakes 6769367
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Part no. A2215409810
Brake Wear Sensor Mercedes W221 Rear Axle Wheel Pad Cable A2215409810
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Part no. 6874219
BMW F07 GT Handbrake Actuator Parking Brake Unit With Control 6797176
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Part no. 9247914
BMW F10 Electric Parking Hand Brake Wiring Cable Harness 9247914
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Part no. E46-M3-HEL
BMW E46 M3 HEL Performance Rear Axle Brake Lines Cables Left Right N/O/S Braided
€56.95
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Part no. A2124200285
Mercedes W212 Handbrake Parking Brake Cable Line Rear A2124200285
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Part no. 6769954
Mini Cooper One R56 R57 Right Handbrake Brake Parking Cable Linkage O/S 6769954
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Part no. 7LA609701A
VW Volkswagen Transporter T6 Parking Brake Handbrake Cable Wire 7LA609701A
€23.95
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Part no. 6850289-3
Parking Brake BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Handbrake Actuator Motor With Control 6850289
€237.95
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Part no. 4H0713045
Audi A8 D4 4H Emergency Parking Brake Release Unlock Cable 4H0713045
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Part no. 6760443
BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 E88 Hand Parking Brake Bowden Cable 6760443
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Part no. 6792268
BMW 3 4 Series F30 F31 F32 F33 Hand Brake Bowden Cable 6792268 34406792268
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Part no. 6792263
BMW 1 2 Series F20 F21 F22 LCI Hand Parking Brake Bowden Cable 6792263
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Part no. A2214302249
Parking Brake Mercedes W221 Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit A2214302249
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Part no. 8K0907801M
Audi A4 B8 A5 8F Parking Brake Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit 8K0907801M
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Part no. 6769955
BMW Mini Cooper One R56 R57 Left N/S Handbrake Bowden Cable 6769955
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Part no. 1J0947561C
Seat Ibiza 6J Handbrake Sensor Switch Control Brake 1J0947561C
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Part no. 9813390
BMW Mini Countryman R60 R61 Handbrake Bowden Cable Right O/S 9813390
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Part no. 6797789
BMW F01 F02 Parking Brake Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit 6797789
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Part no. A2214201285
Brake Cable Mercedes C216 W221 Handbrake Parking Wire Line Right O/S A2214201285
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€28.01
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Part no. A2044201085
Mercedes-Benz C E Class W204 W207 Handbrake Parking Brake Rear Bowden Cable
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Part no. A2034200385
Brake Cable Mercedes W203 W209 Handbrake Parking Wire Line Right O/S A2034200385
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Part no. 3400795
BMW X3 Series E83 LCI Left N/S Hand Brake Bowden Cable 3400795
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Part no. 9247944
BMW F11 Electric Parking Hand Brake Wiring Cable Harness Touring 9242219
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Part no. 5Q0612041AK
Volkswagen Golf 5 Audi A3 8V 2.0 TDI Vacuum Pipe Brake Servo Line 5Q0612041AK
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Part no. 2Q0609721T
Seat Ibiza Mk5 Rear Wheel Disc Brake Cable Left Right N/O/S 2Q0609721T
€23.95
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Part no. 6777399
Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Handbrake Bowden Cable Right O/S 6777399
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Part no. 6777400
BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Handbrake Bowden Cable Left N/S 6777400
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Part no. A6394201285
Mercedes W639 Handbrake Cable Parking Brake Front A6394201285
€28.95
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Part no. 1J0947561
Volkswagen Touran 1T Module Parking Hand Brake Actuator Control Unit 1J0947561
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Part no. 7P0907801F
Porsche Cayenne 92A Handbrake Electric Parking Brake Control Module 7P0907801F
€37.95
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Part no. 6852189
Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 Left N/S Handbrake Bowden Cable 6852189
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Part no. 6852186
Mini Cooper One F55 F56 F57 Handbrake Bowden Cable 6852186
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Part no. 6796072
BMW E70 E71 Electronic Handbrake Parking Brake Actuator Control Unit 6796072
€132.95
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Part no. 9803367
BMW Mini Countryman R60 R61 Left N/S Handbrake Bowden Cable 9803367
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Part no. 3420330
BMW X3 Series E83 DXC Pulse Cable Generator Sensor Front Axle Wheel 3420330
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Part no. 6780017
BMW 7 E65 E66 Right O/S Handbrake Parking Hand Brake Bowden Cable 1165911
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Part no. 6857640
BMW F30 F31 F32 Hand Parking Brake Bowden Cable 6857640
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Part no. 6772103
BMW X5 E70 Handbrake Cable Left N/S Parking Hand Brake Bowden Cable 6772103
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Part no. 6852190
Mini Cooper F55 F56 F57 Handbrake Bowden Cable Right O/S 6852190
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Part no. 6852187
Mini Cooper F55 Handbrake Bowden Cable 6852187
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Part no. 6862906-1
BMW E65 E66 E67 Parking Brake Module Handbrake Actuator Control 6862906
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Part no. A9064205285
Brake Cable Mercedes Sprinter W906 Handbrake Parking Wire Line A9064205285
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Part no. 6797789-1
Parking Brake BMW F01 F02 Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit 6797789
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Part no. A9064200238
Mercedes Sprinter W906 Handbrake Parking Adjuster Actuator A9064200238
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Part no. A6394200238
Handbrake Actuator Mercedes W639 Vito Parking Adjuster Mechanism A6394200238
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Part no. A1645406510
Mercedes W164 W251 Brake Pad Wear Sensor Rear Axle Right O/S A1645406510
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Part no. A2214302249-3
Parking Brake Mercedes W221 Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit A2214302249
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Part no. A1694201285
Mercedes-Benz W169 W245 Rear Right O/S Handbrake Cable Linkage A1694201285
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Part no. 6788556
BMW X5 E70 Electronic Handbrake Parking Brake Actuator Control Unit 6788556
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Part no. A6394203685
Brake Cable Mercedes Vito W639 Handbrake Parking Wire Line Right O/S A6394203685
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Part no. 6779451-1
Electronic Handbrake BMW E70 E71 Parking Brake Actuator Control Unit 6779451
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Part no. A2214302249-2
Parking Brake Mercedes W221 Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit A2214302249
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Part no. 8K0907801J
Audi A5 8T Parking Brake Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit 8K0907801J
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Part no. 6750218
BMW E65 Handbrake Hand Parking Emergency Unit Brake Wire Actuator 6750218
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Part no. 6874219-1
Handbrake Actuator BMW F07 GT Parking Brake Unit With Control 6797176
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Part no. 6788968
Electronic Handbrake BMW E70 E71 Parking Brake Actuator Control Unit 6788968
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Part no. 8K0998281A
Audi A4 B8 8K Handbrake Actuator Electric Parking Brake Unit 8K0998281A
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Part no. 9673094880
Peugeot 3008 Handbrake Actuator Electric Parking Brake Control Unit 9673094880
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Part no. A2534400706
Mercedes X253 Brake Wear Sensor Rear Left N/S Wheel Pad Cable A2534400706
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Part no. A2214302949
Mercedes W221 C216 Electrical Handbrake Parking Adjuster Actuator A2214302849
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Part no. 6788556-1
BMW X5 E70 Electronic Handbrake Parking Brake Actuator Control Unit 6788556
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Part no. 6796072-1
BMW E70 E71 Electronic Handbrake Parking Brake Actuator Control Unit 6796072
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Part no. A2214302249-1
Parking Brake Mercedes W221 Module Handbrake Actuator Control Unit A2214302249
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Part no. A6394400235
Brake Wear Sensor Mercedes W639 Front Wheel Pad Left N/S A6394400235
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Part no. 6R1612041B
VW Volkswagen Polo 6R 1.4 CGGB Brake Servo Vacuum Pipe Hose Line Tube 6R1612041B
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Part no. A2214201385
Mercedes W221 Left N/S Rear Parking Brake Handbrake Cable Linkage A2214201385
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Part no. 1370472080
Citroen Relay Peugeot Boxer Parking Brake Handbrake Bowden Cable Line 1370472080
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Part no. A1694201185
Mercedes-Benz A B Class W169 W245 Left N/S Rear Parking Brake Cable A1694201185
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Part no. 6850289
Handbrake Actuator BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Parking Brake Motor Control 6850289
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Brake cables for precise brake system control
Precise brake cables and force stabilization
Brake cables are key components of the handbrake system, responsible for transferring force from the brake lever to the braking mechanisms in the vehicle's rear wheels. Their smooth operation is essential for the handbrake's effectiveness, ensuring safety when stopping and maneuvering on inclines. At Global Parts, you'll find a wide selection of used car parts , including brake cables, ideal for BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini , and more .
What are brake cables and how do they work in practice?
A brake cable (often referred to in the plural as brake cables ) is a mechanical component made of a multi-strand steel core, encased in protective armor. Its function is to transfer mechanical force, without the use of hydraulics, directly from the parking brake lever to the rear axle braking mechanism. Most passenger cars use one main cable and two rear cables, one for each wheel. The typical brake cable length in compact and D-segment cars is between 1200 and 2200 mm, depending on the chassis design and wheelbase.
What are the functions of brake cables ?
Brake cables play an important role in the operation of the handbrake:
- Power Transfer – Connects the handbrake lever to the brake mechanisms, allowing the brake to be applied effectively.
- Wheel Locking – Keeps the vehicle in place when stationary, even on slopes.
- Maneuvering support – Enables precise vehicle control when starting uphill.
Brake cables and the type of braking system – significant design differences
The type and operation of the brake cable depends on the type of rear brake system. In vehicles with drum brakes, the cable acts directly on the brake caliper, while in vehicles with disc brakes, it most often works with a separate hand mechanism integrated with the caliper or with a hand drum inside the disc. For example, many BMW 3 Series (E90/E91) and Volkswagen Passat B6 models use separate cables for each side, which affects their length, routing, and compatibility with other suspension components.
Why is it worth taking care of your brake cables ?
Worn or damaged brake cables can reduce the effectiveness of the parking brake and increase the risk of uncontrolled vehicle movement. Typical symptoms include:
- Loose handbrake lever – May indicate excessive stretch or cable breakage.
- Ineffective braking – No response from the wheels when the handbrake is applied.
- Difficulty engaging the brake – Resistance when using the lever may be due to corrosion or damage to the cable. If you need a replacement, you'll find the right used car parts at Global Parts that will restore full functionality of your braking system.
Symptoms and performance parameters – what affects the effectiveness of a brake cable?
Brake cable effectiveness is influenced by factors such as internal friction, cable housing routing, and rear axle geometry. In a properly functioning system, full engagement of the handbrake typically occurs after 5–8 detents of the lever . It's also worth considering the cable's compatibility with the tension adjusters and equalization mechanism, which is responsible for evenly distributing force to both rear wheels.
How to choose the right brake cables ?
When choosing brake lines, there are several key aspects to consider:
- Vehicle-specific fit – Every braking system has its own specific technical requirements. At Global Parts , you'll find brake lines perfectly suited to BMW , Audi , Mercedes , Volkswagen , Mini , and more .
- Technical condition – Used cables should be free from abrasion, mechanical damage and corrosion.
- Cable Length – Make sure the cables you choose match the design and dimensions of your vehicle.
Compatibility and fit – what to look for when choosing?
Selecting the right brake line is primarily based on the body style, rear suspension, and brake type . Within a single car model, there may be different line variants – for example, different ones for a station wagon, sedan, or AWD version. Therefore, VIN matching is often used when selecting a line, ensuring full compatibility with the vehicle's factory specifications and other braking system components.
Why choose used brake cables ?
Used car parts , such as used brake cables , is an economical solution that allows you to save money while maintaining high quality. By choosing used braking system components, you gain:
- Lower costs – Used lines are much cheaper than new ones, but offer just as high quality.
- Ecology – Recycling parts supports environmental protection and reduces waste.
- A wide range – In our store you will find used brake lines for the most popular car brands.
Brake cables as a system element – connections with other parts
The brake cable interfaces directly with components such as the handbrake lever, adjuster, rear calipers, parking brake shoes, and springs . This makes it an important reference point when building a cohesive braking system. Cable replacement or adjustment often involves other components, facilitating logical internal linking within the brake component category.
How to take care of brake cables ?
To ensure that your brake cables function reliably for a long time, it is important to follow a few rules:
- Regular inspections – Check the condition of the cables during periodic technical inspections of the braking system.
- Avoid overloading the handbrake – Pulling too hard can lead to excessive cable stretching.
- Protect cables from corrosion – Whenever possible, protect components from moisture and road salt. If you need a replacement, Global Parts has the right used car parts to ensure the effectiveness and durability of your handbrake.
Comparison table – types and applications of brake cables
| Brake cable type | Application | Characteristic |
|---|---|---|
| Main link | Lever connection with the equalization mechanism | One piece, central guidance |
| Rear links | Direct impact on wheels | Two links – left and right side |
| Hand drum disc links | Disc-drum systems | Precise length adjustment |
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about brake cables
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are brake cables? | Brake cables are the mechanical components of the handbrake system that transfer force from the brake lever to the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| What is the difference between a brake cable and a brake hose? | The brake cable operates mechanically, while the brake hose transmits the hydraulic pressure of the brake fluid. |
| How many brake lines does a car have? | Most often, there are three cables: one main and two rear – one for each wheel. |
| Are the brake cables different for the left and right sides? | Yes, in most models the rear cables differ in length and attachment method. |
| Does the brake cable fit all engine versions? | The fit depends mainly on the body and brake type, not the engine itself. |
| How to choose brake cables for a specific model? | The most accurate method is a VIN match, which takes into account the vehicle's factory specifications. |
Summary: Brake Cables at Global Parts Automotive Store
Brake cables are key components of the braking system, responsible for the effectiveness and reliability of the handbrake. By maintaining their technical condition, you can improve safety while parking and maneuvering. The Global Parts automotive store invites you to browse our wide selection of original used car parts . Whether you're looking for car parts for BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes, Mini , and more, you'll find them at competitive prices. We strive to ensure every customer finds the right parts for their car, and if you have any questions or concerns about selecting the right components, we're happy to help! Please contact us – we're here to help! For more information and interesting facts, visit our automotive blog .