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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Park Brake 🢒 Parking Brake Lever Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 63996 Size: SH
  1. Remove the accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  2. Remove the passenger seat. Refer to Seat Replacement (Power) or Seat Replacement (Manual) in Seats.
  3. Remove the park brake lever boot nuts.

    4. Object Number: 63992 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the parking brake electrical connector.
  5. Disable the parking brake automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Disabling .

    6. Object Number: 63998 Size: SH
  6. Remove the parking brake lever assembly mounting bolts.
  7. Reposition the park brake lever.

    8. Object Number: 404107 Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the front parking brake cable from the drive sector and park brake lever assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 404107 Size: SH
  1. Connect the front parking brake cable to the drive sector and park brake lever assembly.

    2. Object Number: 63998 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the parking brake lever assembly mounting bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the parking brake lever assembly mounting bolts to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).


    Object Number: 63992 Size: SH
  3. Connect the parking brake electrical connector.
  4. Enable the parking brake automatic adjuster. Refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Enabling .

    5. Object Number: 63996 Size: SH
  5. Install the parking brake lever boot nuts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the parking brake lever boot nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  6. Install the passenger seat. Refer to Seat Replacement (Power) or Seat Replacement (Manual) in Seats.
  7. Install the accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.