Parking Brake Cable Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install parts in reverse order of removal procedure, noting the followings.

Install brake cable stopper ring (2) to brake back plate (1) securely as shown in the figure.
NOTE: Color ring on brake cable is for the purpose of identification. Use cable (3) with the same colored ring as before removal.

Fig 1: Installing Brake Cable Stopper Ring To Brake Back Plate
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Install brake cable spring (2) and nipple end (3) to parking brake shoe lever (1) securely as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Installing Brake Cable Spring And Nipple End To Parking Brake Shoe Lever
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
For brake shoe installation, refer to "REAR BRAKE SHOE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION: ".
For brake drum installation, refer to "REAR BRAKE DRUM REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION: ".
For proper routing and secure clamping of parking brake cable.
For installation of cable to parking brake lever, refer to "PARKING BRAKE LEVER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION: ".
Upon completion of installation, adjust cable. Refer to "PARKING BRAKE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT: ".
Then check brake drum for dragging and brake system for proper performance.
After removing vehicle from hoist, brake test should be performed.