Removal & Installation (Rear Cable & Conduit)

1. Pull out on the bottom of the parking brake control boot to disengage it from the plastic retainer. If necessary, pull the control handle upward.
CAUTION: The control boot is held in position by a small plastic retaining tab that engages a notch in the control handle. See Figure . Failure to use care when removing the boot can result in damage to the tab and unnecessary replacement of the boot.
2. Using a small screwdriver, carefully lift the retainer tab and slide the boot upward.
3. Disconnect the parking brake warning indicator switch connector. See Figure .
4. Using a screwdriver, push down on the tension arm until it is fully depressed. See Figure .
5. Lock down the tension arm with a pin or screwdriver. See Figure .
6. Raise and support the vehicle.
7. Disconnect the rear parking brake cables. See Figure .
NOTE: Spring tabs on the cable end secure the cable to the body. See Fig 1 .
8. Remove the rear cable and conduit from the body.
9. Remove the rear cable and conduit from the holder. See Fig 2 .
10. Remove the brake drum.
11. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the parking brake lever. See Fig 3 .
12. Compress the spring tabs and remove the parking brake cable and conduit. See Fig 4 .
13. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Ensure that all retainers are secured and cables are routed correctly.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Cable & Conduit Spring Tabs

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Fig 2: Identifying Rear Cable & Conduit Holder

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Fig 3: Identifying Parking Brake Cable & Lever

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Fig 4: Identifying Rear Parking Brake Cable Spring Tabs

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