Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Parking Brake Components
    GM177182Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the park brake shoe and actuator (4) onto the backing plate (7).
  2. Position the park brake shoe, actuator (4), and backing plate (7) over the rear hub.
  3. Install the park brake cable bracket (8) and the two retainers (9).
  4. Install the rear hub. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear in Rear Suspension.

    The rear hub, backing plate, park brake cable bracket, and park brake actuator will be installed as an assembly.

  5. Fig 2: View Of Rear Park Brake Cable & Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
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  6. Install and connect the rear park brake cable to the bracket at the rear wheel. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Rear (Z7U) in Park Brake.
  7. Connect the park brake cable return spring to the park brake actuator and bracket at the rear wheel.
  8. Install the rear rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - RearΒ .
  9. Install the rear caliper bracket. Refer to Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - RearΒ .
  10. Install the rear wheels and tires. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Adjust the park brake at the equalizer. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment in Park Brake.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
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