OEM 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Parking Brake Cable

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Parking Brake Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the right rear parking brake cable on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier?

  A: The mechanic needs to lift the vehicle while providing it with support before starting the replacement process on the right rear Parking Brake Cable. The tang on the connector must be bent before pulling the cable behind the car while holding it to create proper cable slack. Remove the cable first from the connector section before removing it from the axle bracket. The next step involves tire removal along with the wheel assembly then the Brake Drum needs to be taken out. A screwdriver should be positioned between the Brake Shoe and lower part of the rear park brake lever to extract the cable eyelet fitting from the lever. Complete removal requires first taking out the conduit fitting from the backing plate then depressing the retaining tabs. Start by inserting the conduit fitting into the backing plate then secure the Parking Brake Cable onto the parking brake lever. Reposition both the Brake Drum together with the tire wheel assembly. The cable installation requires a connection to the axle bracket while the right rear cable needs to join with the connector. Finally, lower the vehicle. People should not attempt parking brake adjustment since it automatically adjusts yet adjusting the rear brakes may become necessary for proper tension levels. Press the hand brake to its full extent followed by four to six complete releases to assist the self-adjustment process.