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.
Removal Procedure
- Disable the parking brake cable adjuster. Parking Brake Cable Adjuster DisablingΒ
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Parking Brake Front Cable(1)@Parking Brake Intermediate Cable(2) - Disconnect
- Parking Brake Front Cable(1)@ Frame Bracket - Remove
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Parking Brake Lever Handle(2) - Remove - Parking Brake Lever Handle ReplacementΒ
Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel (1) - Remove - Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement
Floor Air Outlet Duct - Left Side(2) - Remove - Floor Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side
- Front Floor Panel Carpet - Reposition - Front Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
Parking Brake Cable Retainer Nut (1) - Remove
- Parking Brake Front Cable Grommet (2) - Release
- Parking Brake Front Cable(3) - Reposition
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
Parking Brake Lever Nut(1) - Remove[3x]
- Parking Brake Control Module (2) - Remove
It is only necessary to reposition the front floor panel carpet enough to access the parking brake front cable.
Remove the parking brake control module and the parking brake front cable from the vehicle as an assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.