Parking Brake: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(S)

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If removing the rear brake cables, remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps:

PARTS SPECIFICATION

Part	Steps
Park brake control	1, 2, 5-7
Park brake switch	3, 4
Front brake cable assembly	1, 2, 5-7
Rear brake cable (LH)	1, 14-16
Rear brake cable (RH)	1, 10, 11
Parking brake shoes	17-22
Parking brake levers	17-24

Fig 2: Identifying Removal Order Of Parking Brake (1 Of 2)

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Fig 3: Identifying Removal Order Of Parking Brake (2 Of 2)

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Inspect the brake system for correct operation.