Thread: Hand brake problem on Disco 3 HSE V8

gazcooner,

Unfortunately this is a very common issue with the D3 & D4 but usually related to having driven off road through mud or water etc not normal on road conditions.

I would expect this to be part of the normal service and if you have not been off road would suggest it is most likely something they should fix.

Also have a look through the FAQ a sticky thread on this forum as it will also tell you how to manually release the hand brake to stop that squeal if it happens again.

George

I just checked the official service schedule - it is an A and B service meaning it is done every 24,000km or 12months which every is earlier.

Garry

Hi George and Garry

Thank you for your help.

Hopefully this will be an easy fix.. : )

In the meantime don't put it on, because if it jams on, it's not that easy to get off manually.

Cheers Ken

Actually it's not that hard to get the brake off manually, just a PITA. I generally check with the dealer to see if they check the adjustment each service.
I had the full actuator unit replaced earlier this year under extended warranty and I'm pretty sure that I am not alone.
Prior to that I had the squeal problem a couple of times especially after going off road.
Cheers
Mike

The service schedule says:

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT :
After 80 km continuous use in severe off road conditions - wading, deep mud and abrasive grit/slurry - the electric park brake should be inspected, cleaned and adjusted.

Originally Posted by rocmic

Actually it's not that hard to get the brake off manually, just a PITA. Cheers
Mike

Well on my ex D3 when it jammed on up in the Kimberley, pulling that cable took a hole lot effort, I had to use the jack handle to get enough leverage,and just hope it didn't break.
Have you actually done it while jammed or just read the book.

Cheers Ken

Originally Posted by gazcoonar

Hi guys

My parking break is playing up. This has now happened to me on 3 different occasions –

End of the day he just wants to charge me for 1 hour’s labour for them to fix this issue, as this is not considered a fault that should be covered under warranty.

Any thoughts? Am I being ripped off??

Was playing last week in the dirt and rain. Not really bogged just sliping about on wet clay. Parking brake failed shortly into my 3 odd hour winch challange to get out.
Emergancy release of the brake is a bit of a challange the first time but effective ( see owners manual).
My park brake was working fine after an hour or two drive in heavy rain and very wet roads. I am sure it was just dirt not an adjustement issue. Dropping the rear wheels off, the brakes and the hub and give it a good clean out. Adjust the parking brake to lock then back off two turns and your problem should be gone. It is a few hours work. not too hard and nicer and cheaper if you get to do it yourself and importantly. Once you know how to fix it you also know roughly how much you could choose to pay to have it fixed. If it is just an adjustment needed check your hubs after a 30min drive. If they are very hot then get it adjusted fast! If yours in new and not been too dirty an adjustement should be about 30 minutes.