Exhaust Fuel Tank 2 Telma Installation Install the Chassis Brackets Install vent tube extension Assemble the Telma Brackets and mounts Install the Telma in the Chassis Drive Shaft Modification and Installation 3 Control Components Relay Box Installation Light Bar Installation...
The vent tube is located at the upper passenger side corner of the Telma. Cut off the vent tube at the bottom of the Telma using a knife or cable cutter.
2.3 ASSEMBLY OF THE TELMA BRACKETS AND MOUNTS Identify the driver’s side of the Telma from the passenger side. To do so, orient the arrow of the red plate on the Telma towards the axle with the red plate on the driver’s side.
Install the relay box on the driver side frame rail using an existing hole from the battery box if the batteries will be relocated and if available approximately 40” forward from the center of the Telma and down 3 1/2“, from the top of the frame rail using the relay box mounting brackets TIB01017 x 2 and fasteners supplied in the kit.
Chevrolet 4500 EXPRESS Installation Manual 3.3 SPEED SWITCH & FOOT CONTROL SWITCH INSTALLATION Bracket TIB05048 is used to mount the Telma speed switch. Bracket TIB05049 is used to mount the foot switch to the dash as shown. Attach pedal clamp TIB05050 and pedal bracket TIB05053 to the brake pedal using the ¼” bolts, nuts and lock washers supplied in the kit.
TL113007 Chevrolet 4500 EXPRESS Installation Manual 3.4 FOOT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT The plunger type foot switch should be carefully adjusted to avoid switch damage and optimize retarder activation in the free play of the pedal. With the return spring installed, use a feeler gauge and adjust the switch stop (item 5) until there is 1/8”...
From the relay box, route the Telma power connection and ground harness along the inside of the frame rail and up over the top along the middle of the Telma. Connect the 10G orange, blue, yellow, and brown wires to the connecting block at the top right rear corner.
Connect the Telma tan wire to Chevy speed signal out YEL/BLK wire ECM X2 connector pin 54 for 2010 and older chassis and pin 27 for 2011 diesel engines. Do not connect the Telma white wire. Use weather tight connectors and heat shrink for the speed signal. Add a small amount of heat shrink on the end of the white wire.
TL113007 Chevrolet 4500 EXPRESS Installation Manual SECTION 5 RECOMMENDED TOOLS Transmission Jack Heavy duty drill motor Standard assortment of mechanics hand tools Vehicle hoist, pit, or floor jack with stands Electrical connector crimping pliers for use with non-insulated connectors ...
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Cable size should be at least as heavy as the OEM battery cables and should not be less than 4AWG. The Telma battery cables (4AWG) must be connected to the terminal of the battery pack or to a Telma Batt "-"...
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SUSPENSION Spring TELMA attests that this drawing corresponds to industry standards concerning driveline angularities and critical speeds This drawing is valid for the application specified only. Always check all angles and dimensions for your installation. Consult TELMA technical department if your application varies in any way...
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SUSPENSION Spring TELMA attests that this drawing corresponds to industry standards concerning driveline angularities and critical speeds This drawing is valid for the application specified only. Always check all angles and dimensions for your installation. Consult TELMA technical department if your application varies in any way...
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SUSPENSION Spring TELMA attests that this drawing corresponds to industry standards concerning driveline angularities and critical speeds This drawing is valid for the application specified only. Always check all angles and dimensions for your installation. Consult TELMA technical department if your application varies in any way...
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