Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Park Brake Cable to Caliper Caution .

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Fig 1: Adjusting Park Brake Tension At Equalizer Assembly

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Disconnect the left rear park brake cable and adjustment stud assembly from the equalizer assembly by removing the equalizer nut from the adjustment stud.

Fig 2: View Of Front Brake Cable Connected To Right Rear Cable

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Disconnect the front park brake cable (1) from the right rear cable (3) at the connector clip (2).

Fig 3: Installing/Removing Equalizer Assembly From Front Park Brake Cable

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Remove the equalizer assembly from the front park brake cable. Insert a flat-bladed tool into the equalizer and lightly twist to reposition the equalizer retaining tab. This will release the assembly from the cable.