6. Turn the stud nut
clockwise several turns
to release the brakes.
Follow the same
procedure to release
the other brake.
7. At the repair facility, apply air pressure of at least
70 psi (480 kPa) to the brake chambers, either
from an external air supply or the vehicle’s
air system.
8. Turn the stud nut counterclockwise several turns.
Remove the stud from the chamber.
9. Replace the stud and washer and tighten the nut
into the side of the chamber.
10. Replace the rubber cap.Loading Your Vehicle
There is a GVW Rating label on your vehicle that shows
how much weight it may properly carry. It also shows
the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures
needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, fuel and cargo.
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