Parking Brake Control: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1.

Release the parking brake cable tension. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Tension Release .

2.

NOTE: The brake pedal and bracket assembly and the accelerator pedal must be removed to prevent damage when positioning the carpet and foam support aside
- Remove the brake pedal and bracket assembly and the accelerator pedal. Refer to Brake Pedal and Bracket . Refer to Accelerator Pedal .

3.

Disconnect the front parking brake cable from the cable union.

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4.

Disconnect the parking brake warning indicator switch electrical connector.

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5.

Remove the 2 bolts, loosen the remaining bolt 2 full turns and position the parking brake aside.
Torque

: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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6.

Detach the 7 retainer clips and remove the scuff plate trim panel.

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7.

Detach the 3 retainer clips and remove the cowl side trim panel.

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8.

NOTE: Do not allow the foam support (located below the carpet) to separate from the carpet insulation or damage to the foam support and/or carpet insulation may occur.

Carefully position the carpet and foam support back to access the front cable conduit grommet.

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9.

Detach the front cable conduit grommet from the floor and remove the front parking brake cable and parking brake control as an assembly.

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