How to disconnect left rear parking brake cable?

[Big_Blue26]

First post, but would like some help on how to get this parking cable to release from the left side of the rear axle! Thanks!

[Big_Blue26]

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[silveradosid]

is the cable seized

[Big_Blue26]

No, having to re route it after getting my 3 link done, easiest way is to remove it there to run it around where I need to. 

[silveradosid]

feed a wire through the spring and apply the ebrake, tighten the wire so the spring cannot expand, put a small screw driver under the ebarke lever and release the ebrake.

[Big_Blue26]

I’ll give that a try when I get off in a few days, I’ll report back. I don’t have many tools where I’m at so I tried to use needle nose and a flat head to pull it back while being able to pull the end through the notches. I appreciate it I’ll let you know! 

[newdude]

On 4/7/2022 at 3:21 PM, Big_Blue26 said:

First post, but would like some help on how to get this parking cable to release from the left side of the rear axle! Thanks!

 

 

Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JD9)

Removal Procedure

Warning: Avoid taking the following actions when you service wheel brake parts:

Do not grind brake linings.

Do not sand brake linings.

Do not clean wheel brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air.

Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fibers which can become airborne in dust. Breathing dust with asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. Use a water-dampened cloth in order to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is available commercially in order to perform this washing function. These wet methods prevent fibers from becoming airborne.
 

Note: A NEW equalizer nut must be installed if threads are damaged.

Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle

Loosen the intermediate parking brake cable equalizer nut (1).

 

Disconnect the left rear parking brake cable (1) from the equalizer.

Release the left rear parking brake cable from the frame bracket by compressing the locking tabs and pulling the cable conduit rearward.

Remove the left rear parking brake cable from the cable guides on the frame rail.

 

Remove the rear parking brake cable clip bolt (1).

 

Release the left rear parking brake cable from the rear axle bracket by compressing the locking tabs and pulling the park brake cable conduit (1) rearward.

Disconnect the left rear parking brake cable eye (2) from the park brake actuator lever.

Remove the left rear parking brake cable assembly from the vehicle.

[Big_Blue26]

6 minutes ago, newdude said:

 

 

Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement - Left Side (JD9)

Removal Procedure

Warning: Avoid taking the following actions when you service wheel brake parts:

Do not grind brake linings.

Do not sand brake linings.

Do not clean wheel brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air.

Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fibers which can become airborne in dust. Breathing dust with asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. Use a water-dampened cloth in order to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is available commercially in order to perform this washing function. These wet methods prevent fibers from becoming airborne.
 

Note: A NEW equalizer nut must be installed if threads are damaged.

Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle

Loosen the intermediate parking brake cable equalizer nut (1).

 

Disconnect the left rear parking brake cable (1) from the equalizer.

Release the left rear parking brake cable from the frame bracket by compressing the locking tabs and pulling the cable conduit rearward.

Remove the left rear parking brake cable from the cable guides on the frame rail.

 

Remove the rear parking brake cable clip bolt (1).

 

Release the left rear parking brake cable from the rear axle bracket by compressing the locking tabs and pulling the park brake cable conduit (1) rearward.

Disconnect the left rear parking brake cable eye (2) from the park brake actuator lever.

Remove the left rear parking brake cable assembly from the vehicle.

I was hoping to not have to disconnect the line from the equalizer but I’m guessing that’s going to be the only way to release tension to be able to pull spring back to access the locking tabs. But I guess it’ll have to be done, just won’t be pulling the cable, literally just need to run it back under axle and back through the link bars and reinstall. Thank you!