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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 163812  Size: SH
  1. Release the park brake (5).
  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Loosen the equalizer.
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Remove the release handle cable and grommet from the park brake pedal assembly.
  6. Depress the locking tabs and remove the release handle from the instrument panel.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the park brake switch.
  8. Remove the bolts (2).
  9. Disconnect the park brake cable (3) from the lever (1). The locating tab on the lever must be straightened to release the cable.
  10. Depress the locking tabs on the park brake cable housing and remove the cable housing from the pedal assembly.
  11. Remove the lever assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the park brake cable housing to the park brake pedal assembly. Ensure that the locking tabs secure the housing to the assembly.

  2. Object Number: 163812  Size: SH
  3. Connect the park brake cable (3) to the lever assembly. Bend the locating tab over the cable.
  4. Install the lever assembly to the vehicle.
  5. 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.

  6. Install the bolts (2).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  8. Connect the connector to the park brake switch.
  9. Install the release handle to the instrument panel. Ensure the locking tabs secure the handle to the instrument panel.
  10. Install the release handle grommet and cable to the park brake pedal assembly.
  11. Adjust the park brake. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .