Installation Procedure

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Install the cable to the vehicle.
Install the park brake cable (2) to the lever (1).
Perform the following procedure to install the cable (2) to the backing plate (4):
1. Compress the spring (3) by pushing towards the lever (1).
2. Route the cable (2) through the slot in the backing plate.
3. Push the cable housing into the backing plate (4) until the locking tabs snap into place.

Fig 1: View Of Lever, Park Brake Cable, Spring & Backing Plate

GM913334

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the cable at the shock absorber bracket and install the bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: Park Brake Cable, Shock Absorber Bracket & Bolt - Left Rear (w/o NYS)

GM555965

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Install the cable to the mounting bracket until the locking tabs snap into place.

Fig 3: View of Park Brake Cable & Mounting Bracket

GM363839

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For 25/35 series vehicles, connect the cable at the equalizer.

Fig 4: View Of Park Brake Cable & Equalizer

GM913335

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For 25/35 series vehicles, enable the park brake cable automatic adjuster. Refer to Enabling the Park Brake Cable Automatic Adjuster .

Fig 5: Equalizer Bar & Park Brake Cable - Rear

GM791349

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For all 15 series vehicles, pull down on the park brake cable in front of the equalizer and install the left park brake cable to the equalizer bar.
Remove the safety stands.
Remove the safety stands and lower the vehicle.
Adjust the park brake cable. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .