Parking Brake Cable: Service and Repair

Front Parking Brake Cable:

FRONT CABLES
Remove or Disconnect

NOTE: Make sure parking brake is released.

1. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands.
2. Loosen adjusting nut at equalizer (5).
3. Connector (8).
4. Cable (5) from parking brake lever (1).
^ Bend in the retaining fingers (6) at the frame bracket.
5. Front cable (5).

Install or Connect

CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. General Motors will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. General Motors will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. Unless otherwise specified, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Front cable (5).
2. Cable (5) to parking brake lever (1).
- Make sure all retaining fingers (6) are through the hole.
3. Connector (8).

REAR CABLES

Rear Parking Brake Cable:

Remove or Disconnect
1. Release parking brake.
2. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands.
3. Loosen nut at the equalizer.
4. Connector.
5. Rear brake assembly. Refer to Drum Brake System Brake Drum. Brake Drum
6. Bend in the retaining fingers at the backing plate.
7. Cable.

Install or Connect

CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. General Motors will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. General Motors will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. Unless otherwise specified, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Cable.
2. Cable end into backing plate.
^ Make sure all retaining fingers are completely through the backing plate.
3. Rear brake assembly.
4. Connector.