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Parking Brake Cable Adjustment

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NOTE: Cable tension is adjusted in 2 locations, the first location is at the parking brake control, the second location is at the parking brake cable equalizer. The tension must be adjusted equally at both locations.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  2. NOTE: The dimension will vary depending on the amount of cable stretch. New cables require cycling the parking brake control 5-10 times to remove the cable slack.
  3. Adjust the parking brake control adjustment nut as shown.
  4. Fig 1: Adjusting Parking Brake Control Adjustment Nut
    GF0031541Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Adjust the parking brake cable equalizer adjustment nut as shown.
  6. Fig 2: Adjusting Parking Brake Cable Equalizer Adjustment Nut
    GF0031542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Fully apply the parking brake pedal 3 times to verify correct operation of the parking brake system.
    • With the parking brake cable in the fully released position, brake drag should not be present.