GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Tahoe - 2WD 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Park Brake 🢒 Parking Brake Intermediate Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Release the park brake.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    3. Object Number: 493216 Size: SH
  3. Remove the nut from the threaded end of the intermediate cable.
  4. Disconnect the equalizer from the rear park brake cables.

    5. Object Number: 363830 Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the intermediate cable from the front cable.
  6. Remove the intermediate cable.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the intermediate cable.

    2. Object Number: 363830 Size: SH
  2. Connect the intermediate cable to the front cable.
  3. Connect the equalizer to the rear park brake cables.

    4. 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: 493216 Size: SH
  4. Install the nut to the threaded end of the intermediate cable.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  5. Remove the safety stands.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Adjust the park brake system. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .