Air Brake Chamber
Rear air brake chambers must be free to breathe through the pushrod opening
and the 2 lower position vent holes in the spring brake chamber near the clamping
flange. Make sure these openings are clear. The 2 uppermost vent holes should
be plugged.
Leakage Test
- Block the wheels.
 
- Start the engine.
 
- Charge the air system to the air compressor governor valve cut-out point.
 
- Stop the engine.
 
- Have an assistant apply and hold the brake pedal.
 
- Apply a soap solution around the air brake chamber clamp and the breather
holes.
 
- Verify that no bubbles appear.
 
| •  | Lightly tap on the clamp and tighten the clamp bolts if bubbles appear. | 
 
- Set the parking brake.
 
- Remove the wheel blocks.