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Offline 2themax

Parking brake stuck ??
« on: September 08, 2022, 06:52:55 PM »
This may be covered, but didn’t see it.

I had my Zforce 800 ex parked on a slight incline with the e-brake
on and the machine in neutral - just to give it a bath
Went to put it in the garage and noticed it laboured to move
I put it in Neutral as normal so I can move it easily, but noticed
it wasn’t moving easily - so after messing with it, it looks like the
E-brake could be stuck
Has anyone experienced this ?

Thanks in advance
2021 Zforce 800 EX - Perfex 2" Lift Kit

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Offline NMKawierider

Re: Parking brake stuck ??
« Reply #1 on: September 08, 2022, 07:11:37 PM »
What year is it? If pre-2018, it was on the rear drive line with a rotor and two pads that were cam-actuated with a cable that is adjustable. People always adjust the cable... but forget the cam plate. If it rotates far enough the goes past the cam's ramps and sticks, its there until someone helps it back. If this is the case, reach in and with the brake lever off, force the arm back down. That will force it back on the ramp. To adjust it, turn the cable adjustment most of the way back in, then a turn or two back toward tighten. Then locate the bolt and it's lock nut in the center of the cam. Loosen the lock nut and turn the bolt in until there is only about an 1/8" of movement in the arm. It won't take much. Then tighten the lock nut. Then adjust the cable to your liking making sure the pads are NOT baring any pressure against the rotor when off. A little loose is better then too tight.

If this is not the issue, maybe the cable is rusted-up and needs replaced.

Here's what it looks like:

« Last Edit: September 08, 2022, 07:15:05 PM by NMKawierider »
2015 Z Force 800 53/Trail EPS
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Offline 2themax

Re: Parking brake stuck ??
« Reply #2 on: September 08, 2022, 07:28:44 PM »
It’s a 2021 - drove 128 km’s yesterday and worked flawlessly
I’ll check your suggestion
2021 Zforce 800 EX - Perfex 2" Lift Kit

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Offline NMKawierider

Re: Parking brake stuck ??
« Reply #3 on: September 08, 2022, 07:33:42 PM »
It’s a 2021 - drove 128 km’s yesterday and worked flawlessly
I’ll check your suggestion
The new one have the same kind of thing except out on the caliper. It works the same way except there are one on each side at the wheel. Also check the master cylinder and the free-play at the peddle. There needs to be some..just a little.
2015 Z Force 800 53/Trail EPS
Custom Air Intakes | Custom Exhaust Mod | SuperATV Harness | Custom Fenders | Custom Skid/Rock Sliders | 27" GBC Grim Reapers | Seizmik Mirrors |Конструктор Doors | Dr Pulley Sliders | 1.5" Wheel Spacers | BENZ Silencer (as needed) | SATV Flip Windshield W\ Rear Shield | Dual Light Bars | Diamond Plate Storage |7- 9.7" GPS Systems | Bandit Springs Rear & Gen-3 Shocks Front | Cage Chop Mod

My Videos On YouTube

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Offline 2themax

Re: Parking brake stuck ??
« Reply #4 on: September 09, 2022, 07:24:45 AM »
Thanks, found the culprit - this small rock !!
2021 Zforce 800 EX - Perfex 2" Lift Kit