OEM 2009 Buick Lucerne Parking Brake Cable

2009 Buick Lucerne Parking Brake Cable Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Parking Brake Cable on the right rear side on 2009 Buick Lucerne?

  A: Start the process of changing the right side parking brake rear cable by releasing the park brake followed by lifting the vehicle. First remove the tire and wheel before disconnecting the front brake cable from its connector. The replacement of the equalizer requires immediate attention if it shows any sign of damage. The j 37043 tool helps in the removal of the right rear brake cable from the equalizer . Begin by taking out the two retaining bolts along with the retaining clip from the chassis. Remove the park brake cable from its position beyond the park brake actuator lever and disconnect it before pulling it out from the caliper . To install the park brake cable first position it into its bracket at the brake caliper before sliding it forward to reach the park brake actuator lever. Insert the 2 retaining bolts while tightening them to 6 nm (53 lb in) before securing the retaining clip. After connecting the left park brake cable to the equalizer and the right rear brake cable to the equalizer the front brake cable installation in the connector must be performed. Reposition the tire and wheel onto the vehicle before proceeding to raise the vehicle again.