In order to comply with international safety regulations, the cables of the Sugar Loaf cars in Rio de Janeiro must be replaced every 30 years, whether or not they look like they are in perfect condition. The last replacement was in 2002 when eight new cables replaced the old ones. Access to Sugar Loaf was closed to tourists in Rio de Janeiro for 75 days during renovations.
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