Trailer Coupling Hose and Line Bracket Replacement Nylon and Metal - Compression
Removal Procedure
Notice: When replacing tubing, make sure that the tubing is free of burrs, cuttings,
and dirt. While wearing safety glasses, use compressed air to blow out contaminants.
Contaminants can destroy the air brake valve sealants.
Notice: Nylon air line should be used to replace existing nylon lines only.
Do not route nylon air lines in areas where temperatures could exceed 93°C
(200°F). Damage to the nylon lines could occur.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Block the wheels.
- Remove the exhaust air from the lines. Refer to
Draining Reservoirs
Assembly and Disassembly Procedure
- Remove the clips or the tubing clamps.
- Remove the air line.
- Remove the tube nuts from each fitting.
- Remove the compression ring from the tube.
- Clean the fittings and the tube nuts with a clean cloth.
- Inspect the fittings and the tube nuts for the following conditions:
- Replace any damaged components.
Important: Do not use the flared-type fittings in the air brake system. When replacing
the air lines, use the end fitting kits to make new air line assemblies. Special
tools are not required.
- Cut the tube squarely at each end the same length as the old tube. Shape
the metal tube to match the old tube.
- Assemble the tube nut on the new tube.
- Assemble the compression ring on the tube.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Important: Check that the tubing is completely inserted as far as it will go into
the fitting.
- Assemble the fitting and the tube.
Tighten
Tighten the tube nut until 1½ threads remain exposed between
the tube nut and the fitting.
Installation Procedure
- Install the air line.
- Install the clips or the tubing clamps.
- Start the engine.
- Charge the system air pressure to the governor cut-out point.
- Check for leaks using a soap solution. Leaks are not permissible.
- Check for the proper brake operation.
- Remove the wheel blocks.
Trailer Coupling Hose and Line Bracket Replacement Nylon - Push-In
Removal Procedure
Notice: Nylon air line should be used to replace existing nylon lines only.
Do not route nylon air lines in areas where temperatures could exceed 93°C
(200°F). Damage to the nylon lines could occur.
Notice: When replacing air lines connected to the push-in type fittings, be
certain that the nylon air line is pushed-in and seated in the fitting. Install
the tube into the fitting until no tube color is visible between the gauge
band and the fitting. The air line may blow out if the tube is
not properly seated in the fitting.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Block the wheels.
- Remove the exhaust air from the lines. Refer to
Draining Reservoirs
.
- Remove the clips or the
tubing clamps as needed.
Important: Once removed, the nylon tube can be reinserted up to five times before
it must be replaced.
- Remove the nylon tube
from the fitting using the following procedure:
5.1. | Push the nylon tube into the fitting until it bottoms on the tube
stop. |
5.3. | Continue to depress the collet, while removing the tube from the
fitting. |
- Inspect the fitting for the following conditions:
- Replace the fitting if any of the aforementioned conditions exist.
- Cut the nylon tube with
a sharp tube cutter.
- Check that the nylon tube
is cut square and is free of burrs.
- Assemble the nylon tube into the fitting. Push the tube firmly
into the fitting until it bottoms on the tube stop.
Installation Procedure
- Place tape around the air line to bundle it with the other air
lines.
- Start the engine.
- Charge the system air pressure to the governor cut-out point.
- Check for leaks with a soap solution around the fittings. Leakage
is not permissible.
- Check for proper brake operation.
- Remove the wheel blocks.
Trailer Coupling Hose and Line Bracket Replacement Flexible Hose
Removal Procedure
- Apply the parking brake.
- Block the wheels.
- Exhaust the air from the lines. Refer to
Draining Reservoirs
.
- Remove the air line.
- Unscrew the nipple from
the socket and the flexible hose.
- Disassemble the flexible
hose. Turn the hose clockwise in order to unscrew the hose from the socket.
- Clean the nipple and the socket with a clean cloth.
- Inspect the nipple and the socket for the following conditions:
- Replace any damaged components.
- Use a fine tooth hacksaw
or cutting wheel in order to cut the flexible hose squares the same length
as the original part.
- Assemble the flexible
hose into the socket. Turn the hose counterclockwise in the socket until it
bottoms; then back of the flexible hose ¼ turn.
- Lubricate the nipple threads
with clean engine oil.
- Assemble the nipple.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Tighten the nipple.
Tighten
Tighten the nipple, leaving a 0.8 mm (0.03 in) clearance between
the nipple hex and the socket.
Installation Procedure
- Install the air line.
- Start the engine.
- Charge the system air pressure to the governor cut-out point.
- Check for leaks with a soap solution. No leakage is permissible.
- Test the brakes for proper operation.
- Remove the wheel blocks.
Trailer Coupling Hose and Line Bracket Replacement Trailer Brake Coupling
Removal Procedure
- Apply the parking brake.
- Block the wheels.
- Remove the trailer air brake coupling from the stud.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the trailer
air brake coupling to the stud.
Tighten
Tighten the trailer air brake coupling to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).
- Remove the wheel blocks.
Trailer Coupling Hose and Line Bracket Replacement Trailer Brake Dummy Cap
Removal Procedure
- Apply the parking brake.
- Block the wheels.
- Remove the following components:
- Remove the trailer air brake dummy coupling from the trailer air
brake coupling.
Installation Procedure
- Install the trailer air
brake dummy coupling to the trailer air brake coupling.
- Install the following components:
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Remove the wheel blocks.