Manually Releasing (Resetting) the Spring Brake Power Springs.

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4. After the release stud has been inserted far enough to engage the pressure plate,

turn the release stud 1/4 turn to lock the cross-pin into the pressure plate.

5. Install the washer and nut (used in stowage) on the release stud.

6. Tighten nut until 2-2 inches of the release stud remains above the nut. Spring

brake is then fully caged.

NOTE

While tightening, observe that the push rod retracts. This

indicates that the pressure plate has been properly engaged.

2-26. Manually Releasing (Resetting) the Spring Brake Power Springs.

If the power springs in the spring brake chambers have been compressed, they should

be reset before the truck is returned to service.

To reset the spring brakes:

1. Remove the nut and washer from the release stud.

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