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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Park Brake 🢒 Parking Brake Lever Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 63996 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Remove the passenger seat. Refer to Manual Seat Replacement or Seat Replacement - Power with Adjuster in Seats.
  4. Remove the park brake lever boot nuts.

    5. Object Number: 63992 Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the parking brake electrical connector.
  6. Disable the parking brake automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Disabling .

    7. Object Number: 63998 Size: SH
  7. Remove the parking brake lever bolts.
  8. Reposition the park brake lever.

    9. Object Number: 206194 Size: SH
  9. Disconnect the front parking brake cable from the drive sector and park brake lever assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 206194 Size: SH
  1. Connect the front parking brake cable to the drive sector and park brake lever assembly.

    2. Object Number: 63998 Size: SH
  2. Install the parking brake lever bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the parking brake lever bolts to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

    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.


    Object Number: 63992 Size: SH
  3. Connect the parking brake electrical connector.
  4. Enable the parking brake automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Enabling .

    5. Object Number: 63996 Size: SH
  5. Install the parking brake lever boot nuts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the park brake boot nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  6. Install the passenger seat. Refer to Manual Seat Replacement or Seat Replacement - Power with Adjuster in Seats.
  7. Install the accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement in Instrument panel, Gauges and Console.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).