BRAKES - AIR
TRUCK SERVICE MANUAL
SERVICING POWER UNITS
AIR CHAMBER DIAPHRAGM
The following procedures can be used to replace the
diaphragm
boot
and
retainer
clamp
assembly,
diaphragm plate and wedge guide of the brake air
chamber.
REMOVE POWER UNIT FROM BRAKE ASSEMBLY
A.
Remove brake lines
B.
Using a drift or other blunt tool and hammer,
loosen the collet nut.
NOTE:
With welded on spider mounted brakes
employing open ends, the entire actuation system can be
taken off at this time, if desired, as one assembly by
removing four spider to plunger housing capscrews.
However, the hub, drum and dust shield will have to be
taken off before removing the actuation system.