Parking Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Parking Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement
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Fig 1: Park Brake Release Handle Assembly & Components
GM1688517Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Parking Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement

Callout Component Name
1 Park Brake Release Handle Bolt (Qty: 1)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


TightenΒ 
9 N.m (80 lb in)
2 Park Brake Release Handle Cable
TIP:Β  Slide the park brake release cable forward to remove it from the park brake module.
3 Park Brake Release Handle
RENDER: 1.0x

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