2008 Electric Precedent - Brakes barely working

[TahoeDawgZ71]

Originally Posted by bkgraves

I was able to get the floor mat up without issue and take a look at the cabling for the brake. I noticed that the passenger cable was definitely loose on that end. The drivers side barely pulled as I pressed on the brake so I guess that makes sense. I was able to tighten/screw the center piece in a bit and get the drivers side to catch more, so now I have half functioning brakes I guess. I tested it out and it seems to work better than it did. I tried to stop hard and definitely felt it pull to the left/drivers side though.

Guess I need to order a replacement cable and get this thing working as it should. Hoping I can get this cable put on without too much trouble.

Appreciate the help and information so much, no way I would have got this thing fixed without your assistance!

Thank you!

You need to order both cables. The new cables are a little different configuration where they attach to the equalizer. They are about half an inch longer. If you don't change them both you'll be in the same boat you're in now.

[bkgraves]

Tahoe,

Thanks for that info, just saved me a real headache!

[TahoeDawgZ71]

Originally Posted by bkgraves

Tahoe,

Thanks for that info, just saved me a real headache!

No problem,

#103528801 - PRECEDENT BRAKE CABLE UPGRADE KIT

Includes both cables and a new equalizer.

[Golfdog]

Originally Posted by TahoeDawgZ71

oem #102555501 brake cable release tool

I googled the attached tip which might save you the cost of the tool. I have not tried it but its worth a go.

[TahoeDawgZ71]

Pretty good idea. I like it.

[PuttPutt]

Originally Posted by Golfdog

I googled the attached tip which might save you the cost of the tool. I have not tried it but its worth a go.

Thanks for the tip.

[DJBlade]

We hammer on a half inch deep well socket. Comes right off with one pull after you hammer it on.

[Golfdog]

Originally Posted by DJBlade

We hammer on a half inch deep well socket. Comes right off with one pull after you hammer it on.

Have just fitted the cable upgrade using a 13mm deep socket, also works like a dream, no cussing and all done in no time. Tks for the tip

[Stoge]

Originally Posted by Golfdog

Have just fitted the cable upgrade using a 13mm deep socket, also works like a dream, no cussing and all done in no time. Tks for the tip

This is going to save me a bunch of time. I'm maintaining fleet of 50 '08 Electric Precedents and absolutely despise the brake cables & replacement thereof.

[joekapp]

I am having a similar problem. My brake cable on the passenger side is attached, but barely moves when the brake is depressed, the drivers side is very tight though.


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