Parking Brake Cable Tension Release

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: 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 Access Cover Inside Floor Console Bin

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.
To adjust the parking brake cable tension, refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjustment in this article.