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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the floor console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Release the tension from the park brake cable system. Refer to Disabling the Park Brake Cable Automatic Adjuster .
  3. Remove the front park brake cable end (3) from the lever reel assembly.
    Fig 1: View Of Park Brake Lever Assembly
    GM741890Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Using the J 37043  , release the cable conduit end fitting (4) from the lever assembly (2).
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  6. Release the front cable (3) end from the right cable connector (1).
    7. Fig 2: View Of Park Brake Cable
    GM492729Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the front cable (3) conduit end fitting from the cable equalizer (1).
    Fig 3: Exploded View Of Front Brake Cable Conduit
    GM169061Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Release the front cable from the retaining strap along the left side of the axle.
  9. Remove the front cable guide retaining bolt.
    Fig 4: Exploded View Of Park Brake Cable
    GM169064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Release the front cable pass-thru grommet from the vehicle underbody.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear in Seats.
  13. Remove the left side carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement (Sedan) or Carpet Retainer Replacement (Coupe) in Interior Trim.
  14. Reposition the carpet for access to the cable.
  15. Release the cable from the retaining clip on the floor pan.
  16. Remove the front cable from the vehicle.
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