Installing the Parking Brake Cable Inside the Car

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Mechanical Cable From Car

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Thread the mechanical cable under the floor carpet to the parking brake handle
Secure the cable in the balance spring
Insert the cable sheath in the support
Thread the balance spring onto the link rod. Install the nut
Check that the mechanical cable is correctly inserted through the floor
Reposition the carpet. Install the sill molding
Reinstall the rear seat.