8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Valve Assembly Installation Inspect the vehicles exhaust system between the engine and the muffler. A straight section of pipe will have to be cut to accommodate the exhaust brake assembly - approximately 7 to 8 inches long.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Control Valve Assembly The control valve assembly has two hoses attached to it. Push the shorter piece onto the barbed fitting on the front cap of the vacuum cylinder on the exhaust valve assembly (see Diagram 1) and push the longer piece onto the barb fitting on the back cap (Red).
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Throttle Switch/DFIV Installation Ford Power Strokes (1994-97) DFIV Wiring Diagram CAUTION Disconnect the batteries before installation. NOTE: If the vehicle does not have Cruise Control, remove the green and blue wire from the install and discard.
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8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Run the pink, green and blue wires through a grommet on the firewall making sure all wires are secure and away from moving objects and heat sources. Go to page 11 and follow the instructions to calibrate the DFIV module.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Dodge 1994-1998 At the throttle pedal, locate the nuts on the large aluminum bracket just up from and to the left of the pedal. Remove the lower nut and loosen off the top nut. Locate the larger microswitch bracket (1300533) included in the control kit.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Dodge 1988-1993 The Throttle Switch Bracket mounts behind the throttle linkage using the two bolts used for mounting the throttle linkage to the engine (Diagram 6). On all years, if throttle return spring(s) are weak, another spring may have to be installed.
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8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake there is usually an existing grommet in the firewall behind the brake pedal which can be used for this. Attach the black ground wire to the “Gnd” terminal on the DFIV and attach the ring terminal to a good ground.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake CRUISE CONTROL WIRING 2000-2002 6-speed MANUAL ONLY This step is only for 2000-2002 manual transmission trucks with cruise control. All other vehicles do not need the cruise control wires connected as they use a vacuum servo for cruise control rather than an internal program in the ECM.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake DFIV Calibration (Only for kits using a DFIV module) Ensure the connections of the corresponding wires to the DFIV Control Module are correct as shown in the wiring diagram. To achieve the correct setting for the activation of the exhaust brake in relation to the throttle pedal the DFIV Module must be calibrated for your vehicle.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Optional Manual Shifter (Push-Pull Style) Mount the push/pull switch on the shifter lever (Diagram 10), using the switch clamp, and secure the cable on to the lever. NOTE: Keep cable away from spots where it could get pinched during shifting.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Vacuum Brake Troubleshooting Guide This guide assumes that your exhaust brake system is using a DFIV. If you system uses a microswitch for throttle activation, the operation of the spool valve is the same as with the DFIV. Always check to make sure the vehicles vacuum system is operating correctly and is free of leaks.
8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake Operating Guidelines Thank you for taking interest in the BD Engine Exhaust Brake. As a driver, you probably already know the need for extra braking power that your vehicle requires on the hills and long grades.
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8 February 2021 BD Universal Remote Mount Vacuum Brake The brake pressure at idle is required to be checked and adjusted at time of installed, two weeks after installed, and on a regular twice a year interval. For Ford IDI and Chevy vehicles adjust the brake pressure to 8-10lb at idle;...
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