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Raybestos BC92949 Parking Brake Cable - Front
| Brand | Raybestos BC92949 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Cable Diameter | 0.125 |
| Cable Fitting Type, End 1 | Barrel |
| Cable Fitting Type, End 2 | Barrel |
| Cable Length, Overall | 137.490 |
| Cable Length, Overall | 54.130 |
| Housing Length, Overall | 25.937 |
| Housing Length, Overall | 65.880 |
| Product line | Element3 |
| Fits | Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 13 vehicles |
Element3 line. Engineered for dependable parking brake cable replacement.
Barrel ends. Both cable ends use barrel fittings for secure attachment.
Cable assembly. Overall length and housing length are specified for accurate service.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 6382, AMS Automotive 6699 and Anchor 3315 for the same application. See all 17.
Raybestos Element3 BC92949 Parking Brake Cable
Raybestos Element3 BC92949 is a parking brake cable built for front-position applications on select Ford and Lincoln vehicles from the early 1980s. It uses barrel-style fittings at both ends and the listed cable and housing dimensions to match the original routing and connection points for the application.
Key Features
- Parking brake cable for front applications
- Barrel fitting type at End 1 and End 2
- Cable diameter: 0.125 in.
- Overall cable lengths listed: 137.490 in. and 54.130 in.
- Overall housing lengths listed: 25.937 in. and 65.880 in.
- Raybestos Element3 line for brake service applications
- Part number BC92949 for catalog and fitment lookup
Fitment Details
Compatible With select front parking brake cable applications on these vehicles:
- Fits 1982-1983 Lincoln Continental, front
- Fits 1981-1982 Ford Fairmont, front
- Fits 1980-1982 Ford Thunderbird, front
- Fits 1980-1982 Mercury Cougar, front
- Fits 1980-1982 Mercury Zephyr, front
Product Overview
The Raybestos Element3 BC92949 parking brake cable is specified for front-position use on 1980-1983 Ford and Lincoln platforms listed above. The barrel-end design and the stated cable and housing measurements are important for proper cable travel, attachment, and routing in parking brake service. If you are replacing a worn or stretched cable on a Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Cougar, Mercury Zephyr, Ford Fairmont, or Lincoln Continental, BC92949 provides a direct-reference part number for application matching.
This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop C92949 for the same application.
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Parking brake cable that has stretched over time
- Broken or frayed cable strands
- Parking brake lever that does not hold securely
- Uneven or inconsistent parking brake engagement
- Binding or poor cable movement during brake application
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front-position routing before installation. Compare the barrel fittings, cable diameter, and overall lengths against the removed cable to confirm the correct BC92949 replacement. Inspect related parking brake components, cable guides, and attachment points for wear or corrosion before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Raybestos Element3 brake components are cataloged for application-specific service work, and BC92949 is listed with OE-style fitment references for the vehicles shown above. Use the part number BC92949 when confirming the correct cable for your Ford or Lincoln parking brake repair.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Lincoln | Continental | Front | Element3 |
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | Front | Element3 |
| 1982 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Element3 |
| 1982 | Lincoln | Continental | Front | Element3 |
| 1982 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Element3 |
| 1982 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front | Element3 |
| 1981 | Ford | Fairmont | Front | Element3 |
| 1981 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Element3 |
| 1981 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Element3 |
| 1981 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front | Element3 |
| 1980 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | Element3 |
| 1980 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | Element3 |
| 1980 | Mercury | Zephyr | Front | Element3 |
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