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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 37043 Parking Brake Cable Release Tool

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 480856  Size: SH
  1. Remove the center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the carpet from the left side of the vehicle. Refer to Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the parking brake cable (2) from the parking brake lever reel (1).

  4. Object Number: 177173  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the cable from the parking brake lever using the J 37043 .

  6. Object Number: 479671  Size: SH
  7. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  8. Remove the front parking brake cable (5) at the equalizer (3).

  9. Object Number: 479672  Size: SH
  10. Disconnect the front parking brake cable mounting bracket (1).
  11. Remove the front cable from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 479672  Size: SH
  1. Install the front cable into the vehicle.
  2. Connect the front parking brake cable mounting bracket (1).

  3. Object Number: 479671  Size: SH
  4. Connect the front parking brake cable (5) at the equalizer (3).
  5. Lower the vehicle.

  6. Object Number: 480856  Size: SH
  7. Connect the cable (2) to the parking brake lever.
  8. Install the carpet to the left side of the vehicle. Refer to Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement in Interior Trim.
  9. Install the center console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  10. Adjust the parking brake. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .