Is there any problem with not using the e-brake on the disc brake rear?

 

If you have an auto it doesn't matter, if you have a stick I highly recommend using it. Also, if you have an auto and you don't know if the parking brake has been used, DONT pull it unless you're prepared to replace your cable. They are notorious for rusting up and freezing in the engaged position

Matt

 

The car is a stick but i heard that with thte 2nd gens you had to use the e brake or the brake wouldn't function right. but it may have been b.s.

 

The parking brake must be used on these and most other vehicles that have the parking brake mechanism built into the calipers. This is necessary to compensate for pad wear. If you don't, the caliper pistons won't adjust and it will cause increased pedal travel. If you're afraid to use the parking brake for fear of the cables sticking, you can manually actuate the parking brake lever directly at the calipers.

 

Lack of use means a non-working parking brake. So use it with both a Auto & Manual.