Parking Brake Cable: Service and Repair

Parking Brake Cable Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: When it is necessary to remove both right and left parking brake cables, repeat below steps 2) and 6) on right and left wheels.

1. Hoist vehicle.
2. Remove wheel.
3. Disconnect parking brake cable from equalizer (parking brake lever) and clamps.
4. Remove brake drum.
5. Disconnect parking brake cable from brake shoe lever.
6. Disconnect parking brake cable from lever.
7. Remove parking brake cable and parking cable bracket.

Installation
Install it by reversing removal procedure, noting the following points.
^ Install clamps properly.
^ Tighten bolts and nuts to specified torque.
^ Adjust parking brake cable.
^ Check brake disc or brake drum for dragging and brake system for proper performance. Brake test should be performed.