Ford Vehicle Automobile User Manual


 
4. Turn the release stud one-quarter
turn to engage the stud tangs with
the slot in the pressure plate. Keep
the stud engaged and install the nut
on the release stud.
5. Tighten the nut until the spring is
fully caged and the brakes are
released. Do not loosen or remove
the release stud and nut unless the brake chamber is completely
assembled and is securely clamped.
6. When the air pressure is restored, unscrew and remove the release
stud and install in the carrying pocket. Install the access plug.
Trailer brake (if equipped)
During normal operation, the trailer
brakes operate whenever the tractor
brakes are applied. A manual control
lever is provided so the trailer
brakes can be applied separately, if
required. To apply the trailer brakes,
pull the trailer brake control
downward to the APPLIED position.
Do not use the trailer brake
manual control lever for
parking.
Trailer air supply control (MV-3) (Tractor package)
The MV-3 control module is a two-button, push-pull control valve housed
in a single body which includes a dual circuit supply valve and a check
valve.
Operation
During initial charge, with the system completely discharged, both
buttons are out.
Driving
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