Parking Brake Cable Tension Release

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Do not overtighten the parking brake cable adjustment nut. Overtightening will cause the brakes to drag or lock up.

Remove the access cover inside the floor console bin.

Fig 1: Locating Floor Console Bin Access Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the parking brake control handle at the fourth notch to access the parking brake cable adjuster nut.
NOTE: The rod is staked to prevent the removal of the nut.

Loosen, but do not remove, the parking brake cable adjuster nut.
Lower the parking brake control handle.

Fig 2: Locating Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Nut
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To adjust the parking brake cable tension, refer to PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT .