Cable System

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The park brake uses; a cable system that includes one front cable and two rear cables. The front cable connects to the lever on one end and the left rear cable on the other end. The left rear cable attaches to the front cable on one end, runs through and clips to the equalizer, and connects to the park brake strut in the left rear drum on the other end. The right rear cable attaches to the equalizer on one end and the park brake strut in the right rear drum on the other end.

This vehicle is equipped with coated park brake assemblies. The wire strand is coated with a nylon material that slides over plastic seals inside the conduit end fittings. This is for corrosion protection and reduced park brake effort. The cables are permanently lubricated and do not require any periodic lubrication.

NOTE: Handling of the parking brake cables during service requires extra care. Damage to the nylon coating reduces the corrosion protection. If the damaged area passes through the seal, increased parking brake effort could result. Avoid contacting the coating with sharp-edged tools, or the sharp surfaces of the vehicle underbody.