Removing the Parking Brake Cable From Underneath 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 Parking Brake Cable From Underneath Car

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the splashguard (applies to the left brake cable)
Remove the parking brake cable from the chassis and the mounting
Pull the mechanical cable out of the brake caliper. Unhook the mechanical cable from the brake caliper arm
Feed the cable forward. Pull the assembly with the lead-in out of the car.