Manual Recliner Release Cable – 140mm Exposed Wire | 965mm Total Wire Length This replacement recliner cable is designed for manual lever-style reclining chairs and sofas. It connects the rear of the handle to the reclining mechanism under the seat, triggering the footrest to open when pulled. This version features a 140mm exposed hook end and a 965mm total inner wire length, offering a longer trigger reach for deeper mechanism setups. A reliable, easy-to-install DIY fix for a common recliner issue.
✅ Compatible with Most Lever-Style Recliner Handles
Fits recliner handles (metal or plastic, large or small) that accept a barrel size between 4–7mm. Suitable for a wide range of sofa and recliner brands.📏 140mm Exposed Wire Version – Fixed Variant
This listing is for the **140mm exposed wire version only**. The total inner wire length is 965mm. This size is suitable for recliners requiring a hook length between 135–145mm.🔧 DIY Installation in Minutes – No Experience Needed
Replace your cable with just a screwdriver and pliers. Easy and quick for anyone to install. We've included a visual measuring guide in the photos to help confirm the right size.🧠 Focus on Hook Length, Not Cable Length
All our cables use a 965mm inner wire as standard. The **exposed wire length is the critical measurement** for compatibility. Acceptable tolerance is ±4–5mm.📐 How to Measure Your Cable the Right Way
Remove the entire cable from both the handle and the mechanism. Measure the full inner wire and the full sheath (including the neck and square clip). Subtract the sheath from the wire = exposed length. If your hook end snapped off, add 20mm before subtracting. Example: 965mm wire – 825mm sheath = 140mm exposed.🛠️ Strong Build – Designed for Recliner Use
Includes a 1.25mm thick steel cable core with a 4.8mm PVC sheath. The barrel and hook ends are steel. No inline spring included – keeps it simple, cost-effective and just as effective.🔄 Works Even If Your Original Had an Inline Spring
Inline springs are not necessary. If your original cable had one, this springless version will still perform identically — handles and mechanisms have built-in return action.
⚠️ Don’t Guess – Match the Exposed Wire Size
Too short = footrest won’t stay closed and will pop back open. Too long = handle has no tension and won’t activate the mechanism. ✅ The 140mm version works best when your original cable had an exposed wire length between 135–145mm.