Impala V8-5.3L (2008)
Parking Brake Cable: Service and Repair
Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement (Z7U)
Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement (Z7U)
Tools Required
J 37043 Parking Brake Cable Release Tool
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Relieve the park brake cable tension at the equalizer.
3. Disconnect the front cable from the rear cable that is to be replaced.
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For the right rear cable, disconnect the cable (3) from the clip (2).
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For the left rear cable, fully remove the equalizer nut from the equalizer stud, which is part of the left rear cable.
4. Disconnect the retainer (1) that holds the cable to the support bracket. Use the J 37043 to release the retainer.
5. Disconnect the park brake cable from the actuator lever.
6. Remove cable retaining pin from the support bracket and remove the park brake cable.
Installation Procedure
