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Old 04-14-2015, 12:06 AM
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Parking brake cable to caliper

My caliper on the driver side seized the other day so I ordered a new one. I've gotten everything apart but can't figure out how this cable disconnects from the caliper. I've looked through my Bentley's manual and it doesn't really give a solid how to on it. Any input is greatly appreciated thanks!
 
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Old 04-14-2015, 05:36 AM
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Is the parking brake released? It just pulls out of the caliper. There is a little stopper on the end of the cable. It could be rusted in place.
 
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Old 04-14-2015, 06:19 AM
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The cable hooks into a lever which might be seized on your car. You might have to disconnect it from the other end to get it loose.
 
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I thought that's what it looked like it did I didn't see any clips or anything. When I did try to pull it out of the caliper it won't budge that's why thought maybe I was missing something. I'll hit it with some penetrating oil see if that helps.
 
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Old 04-14-2015, 07:11 AM
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Here is a good DIY for those rear cables. Recommend to replace in pair.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...in-an-r53.html

 
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