FREELANDER123
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Hi, it's actually free and drivable, the noise seems to be coming from the actuator when it's trying to apply.
Disco 3 parking brake failed during MOT
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Adjustment is the first port of call. Then if that doesn't rectify the situation, the cause needs to be found. Get the cables checked where they rub on the lower arm guides. They can rub through the protective rubber, allowing water to enter the cable. This then causes a sticky cable, making correct adjustment difficult.
My money is on incorrect adjustment after the discs were replaced and lack of subsequent readjustment after the bed in process.
My money is on incorrect adjustment after the discs were replaced and lack of subsequent readjustment after the bed in process.
Most things with the D3 are interesting!
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I don't get it, the handbrake is only ever applied when the vehicle is stationery, so why does it need constant adjustment?
Because there's an amount of wear the takes place, simply by slight movement on application and release. Also the cables still stretch over time. However the majority of wear takes place after selected new parts have been fitted. If just discs or EPB shoes are fitted without the counterpart wearing surface, then bedding in knocks the adjustment out in a very short time.
The D3 EPB isnt a good choice for the vehicle. Did you know that the shoe assembly needs to be stripped, cleaned, lubed and readjusted after just 50 miles of off road use!!
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We have the verdict!!!
Drivers side rear cable has snapped.
However the most worrying thing is the MOT tested failed to identify a collapsed bush on the rear upper suspension arm!!!!
Drivers side rear cable has snapped.
However the most worrying thing is the MOT tested failed to identify a collapsed bush on the rear upper suspension arm!!!!
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It makes freelandering cheap by comparison, some would say good value!!
So you'll be needing a replacement EPB module then. Those upper arm bushes last about 20,000 miles so your best learning how to change them yourself
That's why I went back to a Freelander
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No according to Land Rover dealership they can get a cable kit. MOT are footing the bill for the bush coz they missed on MOT.
That's interesting. When my cable casing split, my dealer told me that I had a buy the complete module.
I have a module here needing new cables. Can you post the part number when the cable is changed. It's lucky the Mot garage is picking up the tab. I don't suppose they are going to pay for both sides? The arms or bushes should be changed in pairs to avoid suspension imbalances under braking.
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No just one side unfortunately, may have to look at sorting the other side my self!! They did initially say new EPB, then had the good news that the cables can be changed!! I was also told by a LR Specialist that the EPB was shot and needed replacing.
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Will get you the part numbers.
It's probably worth you having the other side replaced yourself as 4 wheel alignment needs to be carried out after any suspension parts replacement.
Thanks
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They are doing the alignment in with it.
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Wow a dearler recabling a park brake that's a suprise
How much they quote for that
How much they quote for that
FREELANDER123
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£350
IME, most of the electronic "wizardry" on modern vehicles is in the same camp. I was in a colleagues Merc the other day, and the thing was doing its "Eco blue motion" carp, stopping and starting and such, and lurching each time it did so.... its been broken more times than I can remember, usually on a weekend when the main stealer are closed
MOT testers are human - they all miss stuff - sometimes in a good way, and sometimes not.
What does this EPB actually achieve ? ( other than keeping LR in business, selling spares and repairs ).
IME, most of the electronic "wizardry" on modern vehicles is in the same camp. I was in a colleagues Merc the other day, and the thing was doing its "Eco blue motion" carp, stopping and starting and such, and lurching each time it did so.... its been broken more times than I can remember, usually on a weekend when the main stealer are closed
MOT testers are human - they all miss stuff - sometimes in a good way, and sometimes not.
What does this EPB actually achieve ? ( other than keeping LR in business, selling spares and repairs ).
You're right about been human.. We all have days, by the sound of it up your MOT place seemed fair though in recovering the situation .. Some places would of tried washing their hands of blame.
