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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 174996  Size: SH
  1. Remove the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel. Gauges and Console.
  2. Remove the left carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Position the carpet and sound deadener aside.
  4. Remove the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls.
  5. Remove the park brake cable (4) from the park brake lever.
  6. Remove the carpet from the left side of the vehicle. Refer to Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement in Interior Trim.
  7. Partially raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  8. Object Number: 175010  Size: SH
  9. Remove the front cable (2) at the connector clip (1).

  10. Object Number: 486683  Size: SH
  11. Remove the cable retainer (1) from the underbody.
  12. Remove the cable (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Parking brake adjustment is not necessary. This is a self adjusting system and damage may result from attempting to adjust or modify this system in any way. It may be necessary to adjust the rear brakes to obtain the proper tension in the system.


    Object Number: 486683  Size: SH
  1. Connect the park brake cable (2) to the vehicle.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Connect the cable retainer (1) to the vehicle.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the cable retainer bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 175010  Size: SH
  5. Connect the park brake cable (2) at the connector clip (1).
  6. Lower the vehicle.

  7. Object Number: 174996  Size: SH
  8. Install the park brake cable (4) to the park brake lever.
  9. Install the carpet to the left side of the vehicle. Refer to Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement in Interior Trim.
  10. Install the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel. Gauges and Console.
  11. Position the left carpet and sound deadener.
  12. Install the left carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
  13. Install the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls.