Brake Adjustment: Cvt - Cub Cadet 1000 SERIES Service Manual

Series 1000 and 1500
19.

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT: CVT

19.1. On CVT-driven lawn and garden tractors, most
of the braking force is generated within the tran-
saxle: when the drive pedal is released, the drive
ratio changes, slowing the tractor. The brake
brings the tractor to a complete stop, and func-
tions as a parking brake.
19.2. When properly adjusted, the brake should do
two things: it should stop and hold the tractor
when applied, and it should not drag when
released.
19.3. To check that the brakes hold the tractor:
• Place the gear selector in Neutral.
• Set the parking brake.
• Attempt to push the tractor.
• The wheels should skid without rotating.
• If the brakes do not hold the tractor, the brake
needs to be adjusted or repaired.
19.4. To check that the brakes do not drag:
• Place the gear selector in Neutral.
• Release the parking brake.
• Attempt to push the tractor - it should move with
less than 20 lbs. of force. More force indicates
drag.
• If the brakes drag, they need to be adjusted or
repaired.
19.5. There is no linkage adjustment. All adjustment is
done at the brake caliper.
19.6. To reach the brake caliper, lift and safely support
the right rear corner of the tractor.
19.7. Remove the right rear wheel of the tractor using
a 3/4" socket.
19.8. CVT-driven transaxles use a self locking nut on
the brake adjustment. See Figure 19.8.
19.9. Insert a .013" feeler gauge between the brake
rotor and the outer brake pad. There should be
slight drag on the feeler gauge.
19.10. If the feeler gauge is too loose, or will not go in,
brake caliper adjustment is necessary.
19.11. A 1/2" wrench will turn the adjustment nut.
See Figure 19.11.
19.12. Tighten the nut to reduce the clearance. Loosen
the nut to increase the clearance.
30
Lock nut
Figure 19.8
Figure 19.11