41.3
INSPECTION OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR
41.3 INSPECTION OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR
Troubleshooting information for the Bendix® air compressor can be found on the Bendix web site
at http:\\www.bendix.com or call the Bendix Technical Assistance Center at 1-800-AIR-BRAKE,
(1-800-247-2725).
Check as follows:
1. Check for oil present in the air dryer or air tanks.
[a] If no oil is present, check for a worn or damaged valve guide/seal or cylinder kit.
Refer to section 14.13.
[b] If oil is present, go to step 2.
2. Perform a crankcase pressure test and record the test results using the following test
procedure, refer to section .
Crankcase pressure — Full load, maximum KPa (in. H
2
O) operating limits @ Rated speed = 1.25 KPa (5.0 in.
H
2
O column)
3. Disconnect the air outlet line (2) from the air compressor.
4. Repeat the
fi
rst step and record the test results.
5. Compare the results of test one with test two.
[a] If the engine crankcase pressure remained the same, check for a defective
turbocharger. Refer to section .
[b] If the engine crankcase pressure decreased, replace the air compressor.
Refer to section 41.2.
All information subject to change without notice.
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DDC-SVC-MAN-0081 2010
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