Replacing Parking Brake Central Cable
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.
Remove the adjusting nut and take away the retaining clip.
Bend the lip on the underside open.
Take the central cable out.
Position the new central cable so that the nipple will be vertical when the handle is installed. Bend the lip back and replace the retaining spring and nut.