Raybestos BC97279 Parking Brake Cable - Front

Raybestos Element3 Parking Brake Cable BC97279

Raybestos Element3 BC97279 is a front parking brake cable built for specific Ford and Mercury applications. It uses a hammer fitting on one end and a barrel fitting on the other, with an overall cable length of 50.510 in. and housing length of 34.170 in. for the listed fitments.

Key Features

• Parking brake cable for front-position applications
• Hammer fitting, end 1
• Barrel fitting, end 2
• Overall cable length: 50.510 in. and 128.295 in. as listed in the catalog data
• Housing length: 34.170 in. and 86.790 in. as listed in the catalog data
• Raybestos Element3 line for brake hardware and service replacement needs

Product Details

The Raybestos Element3 line focuses on brake service components engineered for direct replacement use in the brake system. BC97279 is cataloged as a parking brake cable for front applications and is listed for 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer. This part number, BC97279, is also cross-referenced to Dorman - First Stop C660951 for the same application.

Use BC97279 when servicing a front parking brake cable on a Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, or Mercury Mountaineer with the matching fitment. The listed end fittings and cable/housing dimensions help confirm application-specific replacement selection for these vehicles.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Parking brake cable fraying or corrosion
• Sticking or binding parking brake operation
• Loss of parking brake engagement at the front cable run
• Improper cable length after wear or damage
• Broken or damaged cable end fittings

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front-position fitment before installation. Compare the existing cable end style and overall dimensions to the catalog data for BC97279, including the hammer and barrel fittings. Inspect related parking brake components for wear, corrosion, or seizure before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos Element3 brake components are cataloged for service replacement applications with vehicle-specific fitment data. Confirm the part number BC97279 against the vehicle listing before installation to ensure the correct front parking brake cable is selected.