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Re: Possible Parking Brake Problem
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Originally Posted by Webwader
Since it's a parking brake and only used when the wheels aren't turning, there should be no wear on the friction material. Cable stretch is more likely the cause of your lower pedal. Friction material wear would occur if you drove with the parking brake on but since the RL has a very audible warning if you do this, I doubt it has happened.
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The parking break is a drum style break. It can "freeze" causing drag. I would take it to have it looked at. Especially since the OP mentioned the "burning break" smell.
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2006 Ridgeline RTL, Silver with roofrack. 
2000 Accord V6 EX, White no roofrack. 
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