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For 1990-2009 cars only

Pin Up Procedure

Before any components of the parking brake system are replaced, the following Pin Up procedures must be followed.


    Object Number: 159769  Size: SH
  1. Remove the left kick panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  2. Place the parking brake lever in the FULL upward position.
  3. With one person in the vehicle, raise and support the vehicle.
  4. With the second person, pull rearward on the front cable strand until the parking brake lever drum (2) reaches its full reset position (3).
  5. Insert a scribe or nail (1) into the parking brake lever to hold the tension to its full reset position.
  6. Remove the part that requires service.