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Question posted by modelaluvr on August 14th, 2014

How Do I Replace Parking Brake Cable On 97 Ford F-150?

bought new cables and they don't reach the cable from park brake pedal.

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on August 14th, 2014 7:22 PM
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