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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
1 SERVICING
AUGUST 31, 2008
1.11 BLEEDING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM
Any time a hose, pump, or steering gear unit is removed, replaced, or opened, air
in the system will have to be eliminated.
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minutes.
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6.
steps 1-6 as necessary.
7.
Repeat steps above until this condition no longer occurs.
Any brake service other than periodic inspection or bleeding should be performed
only by personnel specially trained in brake service.
IMPORTANT!: Clean brake system rubber parts in clean, denatured (isopropyl)
• Never allow brake system rubber parts to come in contact with gasoline, diesel
fuel, or any type of cleaner other than an approved brake cleaner. Wash hands
before handling brake components.
• Brake linings that contact oil or grease can become contaminated, lose braking
friction and then must be discarded.
Any brake service, other than periodic inspection or bleeding,
should be performed only by personnel specially trained in brake service. Improper
and poor quality service procedures can result in brake system failure, loss of
vehicle control, and personal injury
1.12 BRAKE PEDAL ADJUSTMENT