Wire spring under chassis (T5.1 SE)

[TimR]

I heard this go twang yesterday. It looks like the plastic piece at the end of the spring holding it in tension broke away. Any idea what its function is?

 

[AlanC]

The handbrake spring?

 

[TimR]

The handbrake spring?

I suppose it could be but the handbrake works fine as usual

 

[WelshGas]

I suppose it could be but the handbrake works fine as usual

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[TimR]

T5,T6 Handbrake Cable Tension Spring, Retainer And Bracket Kit

Ensure reliable handbrake operation in your T5 and T6 Transporters with the Genuine VW Handbrake Cable Tension Spring Kit. Includes Handbrake Cable Spring Retainer, Tension Spring, and Tension Spring Bracket for proper installation. Compatible with T5 and T6 models.

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Brilliant thanks