Cub Cadet Z-Force S Series - Manual (Page 21)

Brakes
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8. Carefully raise the control panel enough to gain
access to the inside of the control pod.
9. Disconnect the spring that runs from the parking
brake lever to the frame of the mower.
See Figure 3.19.
10. Remove the nut and shoulder bolt that attach the
brake lever to the brake shaft using a 9/16” wrench
and a 3/4” wrench. See Figure 3.20.
11. Remove the parking brake lever.
12. Remove and inspect the plastic bushings for signs of
wear or damage.
NOTE: If there are signs of damage or wear, replace the
bushings.
13. Install the parking brake lever by following the previ-
ous steps in reverse order.
14. Test drive the mower in a safe area before returning it
to service.
Figure 3.19
Parking brake spring
Figure 3.20
3/4” wrench
9/16” wrench
Clamp
Figure 3.21
Plastic bushings
Shoulder bolt
Nylock nut
Parking brake lever