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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 6.0 KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESPARKING BRAKE SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPARKING BRAKE FRONT CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 KSECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: Floor, Front Cable & Intermediate Cable
    GM1207548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the cable.
  2. Snap the retainer tabs into the frame bracket.
  3. Connect the front cable (2) to the intermediate cable (3).
  4. Route the cable in through the floor pan and engage the grommet (1).
  5. Remove the safety stands.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
    7. Fig 2: Park Brake Cable Anchor Nut & Grommet
    GM1207540Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the cable anchor to the stud on the floor.
    8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  8. Install the anchor nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 13 N.m (115 lb in).

  9. Roll the carpet into place.
  10. Install the park brake pedal. Refer to Parking Brake Lever Pedal Assembly Replacement .
  11. Adjust the park brake system. Refer to Park Brake Adjustment .
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