(see Electrical Schematic, page 4.) 5. The Dexter DX Series brake actuator should not be placed in an area where it is susceptible to damage from trailer loads, road DX SERIES SERVICE MANUAL 2021.02 | 2...
It is important that wire lengths for the BLACK power lead and WHITE ground lead be no longer than 25 feet from the DX Series brake Fill the unit with DOT 3, DOT 4, or DOT 5 brake fluid, while maintaining a actuator to the supply power (i.e.
The yellow wire from actuator. Dexter attempts to provide compatibility with most the DX Series brake actuator is connected to the cold side of the trailer controllers available, but is unable to anticipate design changes emergency breakaway switch.
1. It typically is much easier to bleed the brakes with two people brake actuation system. working together. 2. Special care must be taken to insure that the Dexter DX Series CAUTION brake actuator does not run out of brake fluid. Check the fluid level frequently during the bleeding process.
(breakaway switch) wire to conserve power consumption on trailer battery. The sleep mode timer will reset if the power/ground is removed. The DX Series E/H Actuator will wake up from this sleep mode on the first brake request signal from the tow vehicle’s brake controller (blue wire).
10. Connect the black wire to the positive (+) terminal of the Description Kit Number battery and the DX Series brake actuator will click once. The motor should not run. If the motor runs, the DX Series brake DX Series brake actuator Fill Cap & Gasket K71-685-00 actuator may be defective.
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