Parking Brake Cable: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

FRONT PARKING BRAKE CABLE

1) Remove the driver's seat.
2) Remove the console box.
3) Lift the floor mat.
4) Remove the parking brake pedal.
5) Roll up the floor mat and remove the clamps.





6) Remove the cable end from the equalizer.





7) Remove the parking brake cable bracket on the driver's side floor, and remove the front parking brake cable.





REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLE

1) Set the vehicle on a lift.
2) Remove the console box.
3) Roll up the floor mat and remove the clamps.





4) Remove the cable end from the equalizer.





5) Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.
6) Remove the rear parking brake cable from the rear brake.
7) Remove the cable clamp, and remove the parking brake cable from the guide.





8) Remove the cable clamp from rear floor.





9) Remove the cable assembly.

INSTALLATION

1) Install in the reverse order of removal.
2) Adjust the parking brake pedal stroke.

INSPECTION

Check and replace the removed cable if damaged, rusty or faulty.
1) Check the cable for smooth operation.
2) Check the front parking brake cable for damage and rust.
3) Check the rear parking brake cable for damage, bends and cracks.
4) Check the boot for damage, cracks, and corrosion.