Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2006 Buick Allure CXSSECTION Installation Procedure
- Position the park brake cable in the vehicle.
- Install the cable end fitting into the caliper lever. Ensure that the locking tabs are properly seated.
- Feed the opposite end of the cable through the wheel opening toward the rear support assembly.
- Remove the caliper guide bolt and reinstall the brake caliper in the proper position.
Tighten: Tighten the guide bolts to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
- Install the equalizer stud to the equalizer nut, which is part of the equalizer assembly.
Take up the cable slack at the equalizer.
- Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the park brake system. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment (L26 and L32) .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.