Section 3 • Scheduled Maintenance Procedures
August 2016
Part No. 218567
AL4 • AL4000
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Inspect the Electric Brake
Magnets (if equipped)
Axle specifi cations require that this procedure
be performed every 6000 miles or semi-annually,
whichever comes fi rst.
Maintaining the axle brakes in good condition is
essential to safe operation and good performance.
A faulty brake magnet can severely impact the
stopping power of a trailer. While some magnet
problems will be apparent upon visual inspection,
there may also be electrical problems that can
impact performance. A failing or faulty brake
magnet can lead to weak or surging brakes, or
cause the brakes to pull to one side. It is important
to inspect and test the magnets at regular intervals
to ensure maximum effectiveness.
1 Connect the electric brake wire harness to a
tow vehicle capable of towing the machine.
2 Start the engine of the tow vehicle, and press
down on the brake pedal.
Result: An audible 'click' is noted at each brake
when the brake magnet is activated and pulls
itself into contact with the brake drum. The
brake circuit is functioning correctly.
Result: An audible 'click' is not noted at each
brake because the brake magnet is not
activated and does not make contact with the
brake drum. The brake circuit is faulty. Inspect
the wire harness and harness connections and
repair as required, and repeat this procedure
beginning with step 2.
3 With the engine running, press down on the
brake pedal and use a multimeter to measure
the total amp draw of the brake circuit by
positioning an amp clamp around the brake
wire lead near the trailer connector. Note the
reading.
Result: The total amp draw measures 5.5 to
6.0 amps. The brake circuit is functioning
correctly.
Result: The total amp draw measures less than
5.5 amps. Replace the magnets and magnet
springs on both sides of the axle, and resurface
the drake drums. Repeat this procedure
beginning with step 4.
4 Stop the engine of the tow vehicle.
5 Select a wheel on the machine. Chock the front
and rear of the tire at the opposite side of the
machine.
6 Loosen the wheel lug nuts. Do not remove
them.
7 Place a lifting jack under the axle near the
wheel to be removed. Lift the axle until the
wheel is off the ground and place a jack stand
under the axle. Lower the axle onto the jack
stand and remove the wheel.
8 Remove the dust cap from the hub. Remove the
cotter pin from the castle nut.
9 Remove the castle nut and washer.
10 Pull the hub off of the spindle. The washer and
outer bearing should fall loose from the hub.
11 Locate the brake magnet. Inspect the surface of
the magnet for pitting and any irregular surface
wear.
Result: Replace the magnets and magnet
springs on both sides of the axle if pitting or
any irregular surface wear is detected, and
resurface the drake drums.
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