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Raybestos BC97312 Parking Brake Cable - Front
| Brand | Raybestos BC97312 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Cable Fitting Type, End 1 | Hammer |
| Cable Fitting Type, End 2 | Barrel |
| Cable Length, Overall | 105.830 |
| Cable Length, Overall | 268.810 |
| Housing Length, Overall | 91.100 |
| Housing Length, Overall | 231.395 |
| Product line | Element3 |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 9 vehicles |
Element3 line. Raybestos hardware line focused on dependable brake service.
Hammer and barrel ends. Distinct cable fittings for a secure, precise connection.
105.830 in. cable length. Overall length helps match the required cable run.
Cross-references Dorman - First Stop C661307, Wix 51226 and 8L8Z2853A for the same application. See all 5.
Raybestos Element3 Parking Brake Cable BC97312
The Raybestos Element3 BC97312 parking brake cable is built for front-position applications on select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models. It uses a hammer fitting on one end and a barrel fitting on the other, with overall cable and housing dimensions specified for accurate replacement matching.
Key Features
- Parking brake cable for front-position applications
- Hammer fitting, end 1
- Barrel fitting, end 2
- Overall cable length: 105.830 in. / 268.810 cm
- Overall housing length: 91.100 in. / 231.395 cm
- Raybestos Element3 line for direct-fit brake service
Fitment and Application
Compatible with front parking brake cable applications on 2008-2012 Ford Escape and 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner. Fits 2008-2012 Ford Escape, front. Fits 2008-2010 Mercury Mariner, front. Fits 2011 Mercury Mariner, front.
This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop C661307 for the same application.
Detailed Description
Raybestos BC97312 is a front parking brake cable designed around the listed end fittings and measured lengths to support proper routing and connection in the brake system. The Element3 product line focuses on brake service parts that match the application-specific requirements of vehicles such as the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner, helping maintain correct parking brake linkage geometry during replacement.
What This Part Is Used For
- Replacing a stretched or seized front parking brake cable
- Restoring parking brake engagement and release function
- Addressing uneven or inconsistent parking brake operation
- Correcting cable fitment issues caused by damaged end fittings
- Servicing brake hardware on Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front-position application before installation. Compare the existing cable fittings and measured lengths to BC97312 to confirm routing and attachment points. Inspect related parking brake components, including levers, guides, and retaining points, for wear or corrosion before completing the repair.
Quality Assurance
Raybestos Element3 brake components are engineered for application-specific replacement service and dimensional consistency. Confirm all fitment details against the vehicle and existing cable before installation.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ford | Escape | Front | Element3 |
| 2011 | Ford | Escape | Front | Element3 |
| 2011 | Mercury | Mariner | Front | Raybestos Element 3 |
| 2010 | Ford | Escape | Front | Element3 |
| 2010 | Mercury | Mariner | Front | Element3 |
| 2009 | Ford | Escape | Front | Element3 |
| 2009 | Mercury | Mariner | Front | Element3 |
| 2008 | Ford | Escape | Front | Element3 |
| 2008 | Mercury | Mariner | Front | Element3 |
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