Raybestos BC97209 Parking Brake Cable - Rear Left

Raybestos Element3 Rear Left Parking Brake Cable

The Raybestos Element3 BC97209 parking brake cable is built for direct-fit service on select rear left applications. It is specified for 2006-2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2005-2008 Cadillac XLR models, with end fittings and dimensions that match the original cable layout.

Key Features

• Brand: Raybestos Element3
• Part number: BC97209
• Parking brake cable for the rear left position
• End 1 fitting type: barrel
• End 2 fitting type: loop
• Overall cable length: 123.875 in. (48.770 in.)
• Overall housing length: 105.690 in. (41.610 in.)
• Fits 2006-2009 Chevrolet Corvette, rear left, without Performance And Handling Suspension
• Fits 2005-2008 Cadillac XLR, rear left

Detailed Description

Raybestos Element3 BC97209 is a rear left parking brake cable engineered around the listed OE-style dimensions and fitting types. The barrel end on one side and loop end on the other help match the factory cable routing and attachment points on the Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac XLR applications shown here. For shoppers searching for a 2006-2009 Chevrolet Corvette rear left parking brake cable or a 2005-2008 Cadillac XLR rear left parking brake cable, this part number provides a direct reference point for fitment verification.

The Element3 product line focuses on brake service components that align with vehicle-specific requirements, and this cable follows that approach with defined cable and housing lengths for accurate replacement selection. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Parking brake cable fraying or internal cable wear
• Sticking or uneven parking brake engagement
• Excessive slack in the rear left parking brake cable
• Broken or damaged cable end fittings
• Loss of parking brake hold on the specified vehicle applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rear left position, model year, and suspension note before ordering. Confirm the barrel and loop end fittings match the original cable, and compare the listed overall cable and housing lengths to the removed part before installation. On a Chevrolet Corvette, this listing applies to vehicles without Performance And Handling Suspension.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos Element3 brake components are built to meet application-specific service requirements for the listed Corvette and XLR fitments. Part number BC97209 should be matched to the vehicle configuration shown in the fitment data to ensure correct replacement selection.