
non-asbestos, fiberglass, mineral wool, aramid or carbon) may be a
potentially serious health hazard.
Avoid breathing brake lining fiber dust as it may be extremely
hazardous to your health. Always use of respirator during brake
maintenance.
Note:Persons handling brake linings should follow all precautions listed
below:
1. Always wear a respirator approved by the National Institute of
Occupational Studies of Health (NIOSH) or Mine Safety and Appliance
(MSA) during all brake service procedures. Wear the respirator from
removal of the wheels through assembly.
2.Neveruse compressed air or dry brushing to clean brake parts or
assemblies.
3. Clean brake parts and assemblies in open air. During assembly,
carefully place all parts on the floor to avoid getting dust in the air. Use
an industrial vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter system to clean dust
from the brake drums, backing plates and other brake parts. After using
the vacuum, remove any remaining dust with a rag soaked in water and
wrung until nearly dry.
4.Neveruse compressed air or dry sweeping to clean the work area.
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter system and rags
soaked in water until wrung until nearly dry. Dispose of used rags with
care to avoid getting dust in the air. Use an approved respirator when
emptying vacuum cleaners and handling used rags.
5.Worker clean-up:Wash your hands before eating, drinking or
smoking. Vacuum your work clothes after use and then launder them
separately, without shaking them, to prevent fiber dust getting into the
air.
Air brakes - inspection and adjustment
A regular schedule for periodic cleaning, lubrication, adjustment and
inspection should be established based on the type of vehicle operation.
It is difficult to predetermine an exact maintenance interval (time or
mileage), since vehicles will be used in a wide variety of applications and
conditions. If you are uncertain of the proper schedule and procedures
for your vehicle, contact your dealer.
Periodic checking of push rod travel or brake adjustment is essential for
effective braking. Push rod travel should be checked every service
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interval to determine if adjustment is necessary. Brake chamber push
rods on original equipment chambers now incorporate a stroke indicator
to aid in adjustment checks; an orange paint marker near the base of the
push rod. If the push rod is clean and the brakes require adjustment, the
orange marker can be seen protruding from the chamber when the
brakes are applied.
Slack adjusters should also be checked to ensure proper operation of the
adjuster mechanism at the six-month interval. Push rod travel should be
kept at a minimum without the brakes dragging.
Inspect the brake lining every maintenance interval. When brake lining or
blocks are worn to within 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) of rivets, brake lining must
be replaced. This inspection or adjustment should only be performed by
a qualified technician and must be in accordance with instructions
provided by the service manual.
Do not back off or disconnect the front brakes so that they are less
effective, letting the rear brakes do all the stopping of the vehicle. Do
not overlook the brakes on the trailer, either. Brake condition on the
trailer is just as important as the tractor. Proper brake balance on trucks
and tractor-trailers is essential for effective braking.
Once a year, the entire brake system must be inspected. Check the
following:
•Any rubber as it may deteriorate whenever used. Rubber brake
components should be inspected by a qualified technician and
replaced as necessary. Replacement intervals vary according to the
severity and length of vehicle service.
•Condition of brake drums, brake chambers and slack adjusters.
•System for air leaks.
•Hose or pipes for rust, damage and deterioration.
•Operation of service and parking brakes.
Some parts such as air brake chamber diaphragm, air compressor and air
cleaner should be inspected periodically and replaced if considered
unserviceable.
Air brakes - air dryer
Performance of desiccant or after-cooler type air dryers is dependent on
climatic conditions in which your vehicle is operating. Maintenance
schedules must be establishes for each specific operation.
The use of an air dryer on a vehicle does not eliminate the need to
periodically drain the air reservoirs.
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Inspect air intake piping
•Check for accumulation of salt deposits (where applicable). If present,
disassemble and clean the complete air intake piping system. If the
intake piping is pitted, use RTV silicone to seal joints against leakage.
•Check for loose hoses and clamps.
•Check for ruptured or collapsed hoses.
•Check air cleaner housing for cracks.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INSPECTIONS
Periodically inspect electrical connectors on the outside of the cab, on
the engine and frame for corrosion and tightness. Exposed terminals
such as the fuel sender, cranking motor, alternator and feed-through
studs should be cleaned and re-coated with a lubricant sealing grease
such as Motorcraft XG-3, or equivalent. This should include the ground
cable connector for batteries, engine and cab as well as the jump starting
stud.
Accessory feed connections
Vehicle electrical systems are complex and often include electronic
components such as engine and transmission controls, instrument panels,
ABS, etc. While most systems operate on battery voltage (12 volts),
some systems can be as high as 90 volts or as low as five volts. Refer to
the Electrical Circuit Diagram Manuals, available from your vehicle’s
manufacturer, to assure that any additional body lights and accessories
are connected to circuits that are both appropriate and not overloaded.
No modification should be made to any vehicle control system without
first contacting your dealer.
SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Note:Do not adjust air suspension height to any setting other than the
specified setting. Altering the height setting will change the driveline
angle and may result in unwarrantable component damage, such as
transmission component damage.
Verify drive axle air suspension height and height control valve
performance at engine lube oil change intervals.
Periodically:
•Check condition of spring leaves for evidence of fatigue, bending or
breakage.
•Check condition of suspension mounting brackets and bushings.
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Component /
Component vendorLubrication type Vendor
recommendations:
Viscosity / Ambient
temperature / NotesEquivalent Ford
part name / number
Eaton-Spicer axle,
Spicer axle - Front
axle wheel bearing
grease, tie rod ends,
drag link, kingpin
and bushingEP2 Lithium
complex-based moly
grease (or
equivalent) GC/LB
NLGI #2
multi-purpose
lithium complex
greaseNote:Eaton-Spicer
and Meritor Easy
Steer axles: With
chassis load on axle,
force grease through
thrust bearings; then
with axle lifted clear
of the floor, force
grease between
kingpin and bushing
surfaces.Motorcraft Premium
Long Life Grease /
XG-1-C
Steering
Power steering fluid
changeMERCON—Motorcraft Mercon
Multi-Purpose (ATF)
Transmission Fluid /
XT-2-QDX
Steering gear Ross
TAS-Output SealGC/LB NLGI #2
lithium
complex-based moly
grease or
multi-purpose
lithium complex
grease—Motorcraft Premium
Long Life Grease /
XG-1-C
Steering column
U-joints / slip jointGC/LB NLGI #2
lithium
complex-based moly
grease or
multi-purpose
lithium complex
grease—Motorcraft Premium
Long Life Grease /
XG-1-C
Propeller shaft
U-joint GC/LB NLGI #2
lithium
complex-based moly
grease or
multi-purpose
lithium complex
grease—Motorcraft Premium
Long Life Grease /
XG-1-C
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Rear axle
Axle codeWeight capacity
- kg (lbs.)DescriptionFluid capacity -
liters (pints)1,2
S135–S 6123 (13500) Single rear axle,
single reduction11.6 (24.5)
4S150–S 7031 (15500) Single rear axle,
single reduction11.6 (24.5)
17060S 7938 (17500) Single rear axle,
single reduction13.3 (28.0)
19055T 7938 (17500) Single rear axle,
two-speed13.3 (28.0)
M190–T 8618 (19000) Single rear axle,
two-speed17.0 (35.0)
19060S 8618 (19000) Single rear axle,
single reduction13.2 (28.0)
21060S 9525 (21000) Single rear axle,
single reduction13.2 (28.0)
21060D 9525 (21000) Single rear axle,
single reduction13.2 (28.0)
M210T 9525 (21000) Single rear axle,
two-speed16.0 (33.0)
23090S 10432 (23000) Single rear axle,
single reduction18.5 (39.0)
23090D 10432 (23000) Single rear axle,
single reduction
with
driver-controlled
locking differential18.5 (39.0)
23082T 10432 (23000) Single rear axle,
two-speed17.5 (37.0)
1Quantities listed are approximate. Fill axle until the lubricant level is at
the bottom of the filler hole, with the vehicle on level ground.
2If hubs are removed, add an additional 0.75 liter (1.6 pints) of axle
lubricant. Add lubricant through the axle vent.
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ComponentLUBRICATION MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHART - ON HIGHWAY
(On Highway: 60,000 Miles or more Annually) - Miles, Kilometers or Months - Whichever Occurs First
Miles (000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Non-driving front axle
Wheel bearing - oil type - check level••••••••••
Wheel bearing - oil type - change oil•
Wheel bearing - grease type - repack•••••
Tie rod ends - lubricate••••••••••
Drag link - lubricate••••••••••
King pin and bushing - lubricate••••••••••
Brake system - hydraulic
Master cylinder - check level••••••••••
Park brake relay lever / linkage - lubricate••
Steering
Power steering fluid - check level••••••••••
Power steering fluid - change fluid•
Power steering filter - replacement Five years or 800,000 km (500,000 miles)
Steering gear Ross TAS - output shaft - lubricate•••
Steering column u-joints / slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
Propeller shaft SPL
U-joint - lubricate•••••
Propeller shaft non-SPL
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
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ComponentLUBRICATION MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHART - ON HIGHWAY
(On Highway: 60,000 Miles or more Annually) - Miles, Kilometers or Months - Whichever Occurs First
Miles (000) 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300
Kilometers (000) 264 288 312 336 360 384 408 432 456 480
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Non-driving front axle
Wheel bearing - oil type - check level••••••••••
Wheel bearing - oil type - change oil••
Wheel bearing - grease type - repack•••••
Tie rod ends - lubricate••••••••••
Drag link - lubricate••••••••••
King pin and bushing - lubricate••••••••••
Brake system - hydraulic
Master cylinder - check fluid level••••••••••
Park brake relay level / linkage - lubricate••
Steering
Power steering fluid - check level••••••••••
Power steering fluid - change level••
Power steering filter - replacement Five years or 800,000 km (500,000 miles)
Steering gear Ross TAS - output seal - lubricate•••
Steering column u-joints / slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
Propeller shaft SPL
U-joint - lubricate•••••
Propeller shaft non-SPL
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
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ComponentLUBRICATION MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHART - CITY
City - 59,000 Miles or Less Annually - Miles, Kilometers or Months - Whichever Occurs First
Miles (000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Kilometers (000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Non-driving front axle
Wheel bearing - oil type - check level••••••••••
Wheel bearing - oil type - change oil••
Wheel bearing - grease type - repack••
Tie rod ends - lubricate••••••••••
Drag link - lubricate••••••••••
King pin and bushing - lubricate••••••••••
Brake system - hydraulic
Master cylinder - check fluid level••••••••••
Park brake relay lever / linkage - lubricate•••
Steering
Power steering fluid - check level••••••••••
Power steering fluid - change fluid••
Power steering filter - replacement Five years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles)
Steering gear Ross TAS - output seal - lubricate•••
Steering column u-joints / slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
Propeller shaft SPL
U-joint - lubricate•••••
Propeller shaft non-SPL
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
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