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Parking Brake Cable: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: LH shown, RH is similar.
  1. Release the tension on the parking brake cables by, connecting the diagnostic tool to the vehicle and following the diagnostic tool instructions to slacken the electronic parking brake cables.
  2. Separate the parking brake cable and conduit from the parking brake equalizer.
  3. Release the parking brake cable and conduit from the subframe.
  4. Release the parking brake cable end from the brake caliper parking brake lever.
    Fig 1: Locating Parking Brake Cable End
    G03995453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Release and separate the parking brake cable and conduit from the brake caliper.
    Fig 2: Identifying Parking Brake Cable And Conduit At Brake Caliper
    G03995454Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the parking brake cable and conduit bracket bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  7. Remove the parking brake cable and conduit from the vehicle.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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