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Originally Posted by ctrlz
I do prefer the internal drum brake version, as it simplifies changing pads. As TP2SS points out, the other variant has special calipers with a motorized screw plunger. This has to be backed out and recalibrated depending on the car. The dealers do it electronically, but there are work-arounds to do it manually by disassembling the caliper.
Another way you can sense if the e-brake is engaging is just feel the car when you park on uneven pavement. I can feel the brakes grab on a slightly not level parking lot.
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Haven't checked on the camaro, but in my mazda you have a service mode that retracts the e-brake all the way and you can replace pads. If camaro has it locked for only dealers, it sucks honeslty. Maybe you can do it with a non dealer scanner tool?
This system it's been around since the 80's, but with cable pullers instead of motors.
The issue with the brembo's is that they have 4 pistons so you would need 4 motors and the wheel is on the way... Therefore drum and shoes is the only way.