Handbrake cable removal

[Lazy Daisy]

How do I remove the handbrake cable on a Felicia?, does it pull from the hub or lever? I'm trying to replace the backplate and this is the last bit to do.Thanks

[anewman]

Once the cable is released from the trailing shoe, just pull hard from the outside of the backplate and try twisting it and wiggling side-to-side. Mole grips may help but be careful not to damage the cable if you intend to reuse it.

[Lazy Daisy]

When you say the trailing shoe is that the spring caliper mechanism? All there's left on is the plate with the cable disappearing out the side, I got it to move about 6 inches this afternoon then no more.So basically it just needs a really good pull?

[anewman]

I meant the rear brake shoe (where the handbrake pulls on the arm).

So you have something that looks somewhat like this?

Just pull on the back (the bit not shown in the picture behind the backplate).

[Lazy Daisy]

Sorry to keep mithering, slightly confused. So I pull the cable out towards the fuel tank?.

[Favorit Ken]

Yep, out the back of the plate.It's probably rusted in a bit though

[anewman]

If the backplate is being replaced anyway, and you're still having difficulty removing it, I suspect a good smack or two with a hammer near the green x will help free it.

[Lazy Daisy]

Smacked green cross with hammer- nearly broke computer screen.

[anewman]

The next stage....

:rofl::rofl:

[Lazy Daisy]

As you've shown me your's I'll show you mine.