handbrake engages brakes but does not lock handle in cabin?

[4th]

wondering if anyone has come across this or possibly if anyone has a spare/wrecking handbrake cable to suit auto.


a few times i have had issue with the handbrake handle not locking in place in the cabin


instead the handle goes limp to back down to console


the brakes however do engage when the handle is held up in place


is the button release mechanism electronic or powered somehow that a cord may had become tangled inside the centre console?


any ideas?


regards, phantom car gremlins

 

[4piknup]

The thumb button flips a toggle that locks a dog into the ratchet pawls.
You have probably got lolly wrappers and cigarette buts jamming the mechanism.
Pull it out and clean it up. You will see how it works and be able to lube it up good as new

 

[4piknup]

Probably just pulling the centre console will be enough to investigate the fault