do not press the back button…
Your Vehicle
Porsche // 993 (911) (1994-1998) // 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
Enter your VAT number here and click Verify:
Your details have been verified. VAT number registered to:
,
.
Your order will now be zero rated for VAT purposes. We reserve the right to verify these details after your order request has been made and reinstate VAT if required.
Your VAT details were not recognised or were invalid. Your VAT number must be matched to your Billing Country as specified above. This is currently specified as . You do not need to enter the country code part of your VAT number as this has already been selected in your billing address details above.
The VAT number checking service is currently offline. Please supply your VAT details within the comments or special instructions field below and we will apply a VAT discount after placing your order request.
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
The OE Match Handbrake Cable Spacer Tube is a replacement guide and spacing component for the handbrake cable system on classic Porsche models.
Fits:- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
Diagram Ref No 49
Installed around the parking-brake cable, the spacer tube helps keep the cable correctly positioned and aligned as it runs between the handbrake mechanism and the rear brake assemblies.
Correct cable routing is important for smooth handbrake operation and helps prevent the cable from rubbing, bending excessively or moving against surrounding components.
This OE Match replacement is ideal for replacing an original spacer tube that has become corroded, bent, cracked, damaged or missing.
What This Product Does:
The handbrake, or parking brake, uses mechanical cables to transfer movement from the handbrake lever to the rear parking-brake mechanism.
The spacer tube supports and guides the cable along its intended route.
Its functions include:
- Helping maintain correct handbrake cable alignment
- Supporting the cable along its routing
- Preventing excessive cable movement
- Reducing rubbing against surrounding components
- Helping protect the cable from premature wear
- Maintaining correct spacing within the handbrake assembly
- Supporting smooth handbrake application and release
- Helping preserve the original factory cable routing
One spacer tube is typically used per handbrake cable, meaning two may be required per vehicle depending on application.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
The spacer tube is exposed to road contamination, moisture, vibration and age-related deterioration.
Common signs that replacement may be required include:
- Visible rust or corrosion
- Bent or distorted tube
- Cracks or physical damage
- Missing spacer tube
- Excessive movement of the handbrake cable
- Cable rubbing against surrounding components
- Handbrake operation feeling rough or inconsistent
- Increased resistance when applying the handbrake
- Cable not returning smoothly when released
- Rattling or movement underneath the vehicle
- Premature wear or marking on the handbrake cable
- Difficulty routing a replacement handbrake cable correctly
A stiff or ineffective handbrake can also be caused by seized cables, worn shoes, incorrect adjustment or damaged linkage components, so the complete system should be inspected.
Why Replacement Matters:
The handbrake cable must follow the correct route and move freely for the parking-brake system to operate properly.
If the spacer tube becomes bent, damaged or missing, the cable may move out of position or rub against surrounding components. This can increase friction and accelerate wear of the cable outer casing.
Incorrect cable routing may also make the handbrake feel stiff or inconsistent and can interfere with smooth release of the parking brake.
Replacing a damaged spacer tube helps restore:
- Correct handbrake cable routing
- Proper cable alignment
- Reduced friction and unwanted movement
- Smooth handbrake operation
- Protection against premature cable wear
- Correct factory-style installation
For restoration projects, renewing deteriorated spacer tubes at the same time as the handbrake cables helps ensure that the complete mechanical parking-brake system is correctly supported.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
90142455701
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Fits:
Porsche 993 1994-97
Need 2 cables per vehicle
This product supersedes Porsche's old part numbers:
- 99342455102
- 99342455105
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
99342455106
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
The OE Match Handbrake Cable is a replacement mechanical parking-brake cable for selected Porsche 993 models from 1994–1997.
Sold Each.
x2 Required Per Car.
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
The cable forms part of the mechanical handbrake system, transferring movement from the handbrake lever to the rear parking-brake mechanism.
Correct cable operation is essential for achieving adequate parking-brake force and ensuring that the rear brakes release fully when the handbrake is disengaged.
What This Product Does:
The handbrake cable mechanically links the parking-brake operating mechanism to the rear brakes.
When the driver pulls the handbrake lever, tension is transmitted through the cables to operate the rear parking-brake shoes.
The cable helps:
- Apply the rear parking brake
- Hold the vehicle securely when parked
- Provide mechanical braking independent of the hydraulic braking system
- Transfer handbrake lever movement to the rear brakes
- Maintain correct parking-brake travel
- Support balanced operation between the two rear wheels
- Allow the parking brake to release correctly when the lever is lowered
Because the system operates mechanically, cable condition has a direct effect on parking-brake performance.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
Common symptoms of a worn, stretched or damaged handbrake cable include:
- Excessive handbrake lever travel
- Parking brake failing to hold the vehicle securely
- Vehicle creeping or rolling with the handbrake applied
- Uneven braking between the rear wheels
- One rear brake applying more strongly than the other
- Handbrake lever feeling unusually loose
- Handbrake requiring excessive force
- Cable adjustment reaching its limit
- Parking brake failing to release completely
- Rear brake dragging after the handbrake is released
- Stiff or jerky handbrake operation
- Cable binding inside the outer sheath
- Visible corrosion
- Damaged or split cable sheath
- Frayed inner cable strands
- Broken cable end fittings
- Complete cable failure
A seized cable can sometimes leave a rear parking brake partially applied even after the handbrake lever has been released.
Why Replacement Matters:
A damaged or deteriorated handbrake cable can compromise the vehicle's ability to remain securely parked.
Continued use of a worn cable can result in:
- Reduced parking-brake holding force
- Vehicle roll-away risk
- Uneven rear brake application
- Excessive handbrake lever travel
- Rear brake drag
- Overheating of parking-brake components
- Accelerated wear of brake shoes
- Damage to the parking-brake drum surface
- Cable seizure
- Complete loss of parking-brake operation on one side
Replacing the cable restores smooth mechanical operation and allows the parking-brake system to be correctly adjusted.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
99342455106
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 996 GT2 2001-05
- Porsche 996 GT3 MKI 1999-02
- Porsche 996 GT3 MKII 2003>>
- Porsche 996 GT3 RS 2003-04
Fits:
Porsche 964 1989-94
Porsche 993 1995-98
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-04
Porsche 996 Carrera 1998-05
Porsche 996 Turbo / GT2 2001-05
Porsche 996 GT3 1999-05
Click 'Zoom in' for large parts diagram.
Diagram ref no 8
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
96442456800
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.3L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
Fits:
Porsche 964 1989-94
Porsche 993 1995-98
Click 'Zoom in' for large parts diagram.
Diagram ref no 18
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
96442456700
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers