GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

If the park brake automatic adjuster has been disabled, the following two person procedure must be performed.

  1. Hold the park brake pedal in the FULL upward position.

  2. Object Number: 159769  Size: SH
  3. Pull rearward on the front park brake cable until the tension is released from the scribe or nail (1) installed in the pedal drum (2).
  4. Remove the scribe or nail  (1).
  5. Slowly release the park brake cable until it returns to its original position.
  6. Release the park brake pedal.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the left kick panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  9. Apply and release the park brake pedal to ensure that there is no binding or sticking.