Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the park brake assembly onto the body mounting studs.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the 3 park brake pedal assembly retraining nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 1: View Of Park Brake Pedal Assembly Retaining Nuts

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Install the front park brake cable into the bracket on the park brake pedal assembly.
Insert the cable button into the clevis and install the retaining clip.

Fig 2: View Of Retaining Clip

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Connect the electrical connector to the park brake switch.
Reposition the carpet properly.
Install the left side front carpet retainers and the lower center pillar trim panel on the left side. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
Install the left side closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Install the front park brake cable through the park brake cable guides.
Connect the front park brake cable (1) to the rear cable (3) at the connector clip (2).

Fig 3: View Of Front Brake Cable Connected To Right Rear Cable

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Tighten the nut on the equalizer in order to remove slack in the cable.

Fig 4: Adjusting Park Brake Tension At Equalizer Assembly

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Lower the vehicle.
Adjust the park brake system. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .