Landoll Axle Trailer 440-48'

Chock all tractor and trailer wheels and drain the air system

Mark the brake chamber for proper air line port alignment for reassembly

CAGE THE POWER SPRING following the steps outlined in “Caging the Power Spring” on page 4-19

Disconnect the slack adjuster from the connecting rod by removing the clevis pin

Mark all air service lines for proper reinstallation and disconnect from the brake chamber

Remove the brake chamber from the axle brackets

1 Monthly / 2000 Miles Axle Trailer Maintenance

See Table 2-1 and Table 2-2 for correct torque specifications.

See Table 4-1 for recommended lubricant.

WARNING: Failure to replace faulty brake drums will result in an unreliable braking system, and may lead to an accident.

Brake surface free of scoring, excessive heat checks and cracks

Mounting holes and pilot are round and true

Mounting surface is clean and flat

It may be necessary to turn or resurface the braking surface to remove small heat checks or other surface defects resulting from normal use.

Maximum diameter of the brake drum

WARNING: Turning a brake drum beyond 0.040 inches under the maximum diameter will result in a weaker brake drum and may result in an accident.

Replacement of the brake drum is required if any of the following conditions exist:

With engine running, visually and audibly check exhaust system for leaks