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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 532 (PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPARKING BRAKE FRONT CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Installation Procedure
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    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. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  8. Install the anchor nut and tighten 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 Parking Brake Adjustment .
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