Park Brake Actuator: Installation
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- Install the park brake actuator lever housing to the backing plate. See Fig 1 .
- Perform the following procedure before installing the backing plate bolts.
- Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
- Clean the threads of the bolt with brake parts cleaner or the equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply Threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 or Red LOCTITE(tm) #272 to the threads of the bolt.
- Install the backing plate bolts. Tighten the backing plate bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the park brake shoe. See PARK BRAKE SHOE . See Figure .
- Install the axle shaft.
- Adjust the park brake shoe. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
- Install the rear brake rotor.
- Install the rear park brake cable to the park brake actuator lever.
- Install the park brake cable to the mounting bracket, ensuring the locking tabs are secured.
- Install the rear brake caliper and mounting bracket assembly. See REAR BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Lower vehicle.
- Enable the park brake automatic adjuster. See PARK BRAKE CABLE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.