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3. Do not attempt to install, remove, disassemble or
assemble a component until you have read and
thoroughly understand the recommended procedures.
Use only the proper tools and observe all precautions
pertaining to use of those tools.
4. If the work is being performed on the vehicle’s air brake
system, or any auxiliary pressurized air systems, make
certain to drain the air pressure from all reservoirs
before beginning ANY work on the vehicle. If the
vehicle is equipped with an AD-IS
®
air dryer system or
a dryer reservoir module, be sure to drain the purge
reservoir.
5. Following the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended
procedures, deactivate the electrical system in a
manner that safely removes all electrical power from
the vehicle.
6. Never exceed manufacturer’s recommended
pressures.
7. Never connect or disconnect a hose or line containing
pressure; it may whip. Never remove a component or
plug unless you are certain all system pressure has
been depleted.
8. Use only genuine Bendix
®
replacement parts,
components and kits. Replacement hardware, tubing,
hose, fi ttings, etc. must be of equivalent size, type
and strength as original equipment and be designed
specifi cally for such applications and systems.
9. Components with stripped threads or damaged parts
should be replaced rather than repaired. Do not
attempt repairs requiring machining or welding unless
specifi cally stated and approved by the vehicle and
component manufacturer.
10. Prior to returning the vehicle to service, make certain
all components and systems are restored to their
proper operating condition.
11. For vehicles with Antilock Traction Control (ATC),
the ATC function must be disabled (ATC indicator
lamp should be ON) prior to performing any vehicle
maintenance where one or more wheels on a drive
axle are lifted off the ground and moving.
CONTACTING BENDIX
www.Bendix.com
The Bendix on-line troubleshooting guides help you determine
the cause of any performance issues with the braking system.
For additional troubleshooting information please see the
Service Data sheet included in this kit.
The Bendix on-line contacts guide will make it easy for you to
fi nd the Bendix contacts you need. From this page, you can
navigate to technical support contacts, Service Engineers,
Bendix Account Managers, international contacts and more.
Bendix.com is your complete Bendix resource.
Bendix Technical Assistance Team
For direct personal technical support, call the Bendix technical
assistance team at 1-800-AIR-BRAKE (1-800-247-2725-2-1),
Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. EST, and follow
the instructions in the recorded message.
Or, you may e-mail the Bendix technical assistance team at:
techteam@bendix.com.
To better serve you, please record the following information
before calling the Bendix Tech Team:
• Bendix product model number, part number and
confi guration.
• Vehicle make and model.
• Vehicle confi guration. (Number of axles, tire size, etc.)
• System performance symptoms. When do they occur?
• What faults have been identifi ed using blink codes or
diagnostic tools?
• What troubleshooting / measurements have been
performed?
• What Bendix service data literature do you have or
need?
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