Recommended Procedure for

Cutting Brake Chamber Push-Rod

(Service Brake Chamber or Double Diaphragm Spring Brake Chamber)

SERVICE BULLETIN
This procedure is applicable to Haldex Automatic and All Manual Brake Adjusters

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A. When preparing to install a spring brake chamber, ensure that the unit is fully released (power spring
caged) and the service brake push-rod is fully retracted to zero stroke position. Thread the clevis jam nut
onto the push-rod
Figure 1
B. Place the brake chamber into the appropriate brake assembly
PUSH STEP D BRAKE
bracket. Tighten the holding nuts to the bracket studs ROD ADJUSTER
(100—140 lb. ft.).

C. Measure the distance from the centerline of the S-Cam to the

centerline of the push-rod (See Figure 2 - Dimension A). This
measurement should be equal to the length of the brake 3/16" (4.8mm)
adjuster being used. (See Figure 3 - Dimension A). Maximum protrusion to ensure
no interference with brake adjuster.

NOTE: If Dimension A - Figure 2 and

Dimension A- Figure 3 are not identical, the Figure 2
chamber mounting bracket is either bent and
CUT MARK

must be straightened or replaced, the chamber has

MARK #1

MARK #2

been mounted improperly in the bracket or the

length of the adjuster installed is incorrect.
Make any necessary corrections before going
to Step D. SQUARE

A
D. Measure and record the length of clevis to be
used. This measurement should be taken from S-CAM
the center of the clevis pin hole, to the
bottom of the yoke assembly (See Figure 1).
Figure 3
E. Using a square, mark the push-rod at the 90° setting (See
Figure 2 - Mark #1). From this mark, subtract the
measurement recorded in Step D and make a second mark on
the push-rod (moving toward the brake chamber mounting
surface). (See Figure 2 - Mark #2).

F. From Mark #2, measure toward the brake chamber mounting

surface the distance listed in Table 1 - Column “D”(See
Reverse Side) for the brake chamber type being installed. Mark
and cut the push-rod. BRAKE ADJUSTER
—continued on reverse—

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 Recommended Procedure for
Cutting Brake Chamber Push-Rod
(Service Brake Chamber or Double Diaphragm Spring Brake Chamber)

SERVICE BULLETIN
G. Install the clevis onto the push-rod and secure the jam nut (33—90 lb. ft.). Connect the clevis to the brake
adjuster using the clevis pin and cotter pins (See Figure 1). Uncage the spring brake.

H. Release spring brakes and adjust the brake adjuster to the manufacturers recommendation.

Important Note: Some automatic brake adjusters require a slightly different rod length.
Always refer to the original manufacturers installation guidelines

Table 1 - Stroke Values

Column Column Column Column ! D A N G E R
A spring brake or
A B C D combination service/spring
brake must be disarmed
“Maximum” before disposal, or forceful
Chamber Available Set-Up release of the compression
Readjustable
Type Stroke stroke Stroke spring may occur in the
future without warning.

09 1 3/4” 1 3/8” 1 3/8” Warning: Haldex strongly

recommends routine visual
12 1 3/4” 1 3/8” 1 3/8” checks be performed at EACH
maintenance service interval.
16 2 1/4” 1 3/4” 1 3/8” Foundation brake operational
checks utilizing CVSA level 1
applied stroke criteria should
20 2 1/4” 1 3/4” 1 3/8” always be utilized. Manual
adjustment of automatic adjusters
20LS* 2 1/2” 2” 1 1/2” can disguise hidden problems
within the foundation brake.
Brake components such as s-
24 2 1/4” 1 3/4” 1 3/8” cams, bushings, return springs,
actuators, drums and adjuster
24LS* 2 1/2” 2” 1 1/2” installation MUST be within
manufacturer’s specifications.
Adjuster control arms, wear
24XLS** 3” 2 1/2” 1 3/4” bushings or attaching hardware
that demonstrate visual damage,
30 2 1/2” 2” 1 1/2” or which fail the operational
checks, MUST be replaced
immediately. Automatic Adjusters
30LS* 3” 2 1/2” 1 3/4” should NEVER be operated as
manual adjusters except as may
36 3” 2 1/4” 1 3/4” be necessary to get the vehicle off
the road for service.
* Long Stroke ** Extra-Long Stroke

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Kansas City, MO 64153-1215 Guelph, Ontario CAN N1G 3W6
Phone: 816-891-2470 Phone: 519-826-7723
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