Parking Brake Cable: Service and Repair
Removal1. Remove brake drum.
2. Check the color of ring for reinstallation.
NOTE: Color ring on brake cable is for the purpose of identification.
3. Disconnect parking brake cable from brake shoe lever.
4. Disconnect brake cable from brake back plate.
NOTE: When it is necessary to remove both right and left parking brake cables, repeat steps 1. to 3. on right and left wheels.
5. Remove cable from parking brake lever.
Installation
Install parts in reverse order of removal procedure, noting the followings.
^ Install brake cable stopper ring (2) to brake back plate (1) securely as shown in the figure.
NOTE: Color ring on brake (3) cable is for the purpose of identification. Use cable (3) with the same colored ring as before removal.
^ Install brake cable spring (2) and nipple end (3) to parking brake shoe lever (1) securely as shown in the figure.
^ For brake shoe installation, refer to Brake Shoe Removal and Installation.
^ For brake drum installation, refer to Brake Drum Removal and Installation.
^ For proper routing and secure clamping of parking brake cable.
^ For installation of cable to parking brake lever, refer to Parking Brake Lever Removal and Installation.
^ Upon completion of installation, adjust cable. Then check brake drum for dragging and brake system for proper performance. After removing vehicle from hoist, brake test should be performed.