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CENTURY CLASS TRUCKS MAINTENANCE MANUAL ® Models: Argosy C112 Conventional C120 Conventional ® Coronado STI-341-1 (3/08P) Published by Daimler Trucks North America LLC 4747 N. Channel Ave. Portland, OR 97217 Printed in U.S.A.
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IMPORTANT: Descriptions and specifications in this manual were in effect at the time of printing. Freightliner Trucks reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or change specifications and design without notice and without incurring obligation.
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EZWiring EZWiring ™ makes Freightliner, Sterling, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, and Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation products’ wiring drawings and floating pin lists available online for viewing and printing. EZWiring can also be ac- cessed from within PartsPro.
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Introduction Descriptions of Service Publications Warranty-related service information available on the AccessFreightliner.com website includes the following documentation. Recall Campaigns Recall campaigns cover situations that involve service work or replacement of parts in connection with a recall notice. These campaigns pertain to matters of vehicle safety.
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Introduction Page Description For a page example of the printed manual, see Fig. 11/20/95 f020044 A. Maintenance Operation Number consists of the Group Number followed by the Sequence Number B. Group Title C. Group Number D. Release Date E. Group Number/Page Number Fig.
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Introduction Maintenance Manual Contents Group No. Group Title 00 ..... . General Information 01 ....... . Engine 09 .
General Information Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Determining Scheduled Maintenance Intervals..........00–01 Initial Maintenance (IM) Operations.
Performing regular maintenance on your Freightliner mileage. will help ensure that your Freightliner delivers safe Service Schedule IV (long haul transport for Opti- reliable service and optimum performance for years mized Vehicle Configuration) is for vehicles that an- to come.
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General Information Service Schedule Table: 00–02 Maintenance Interval Service Schedule Maintenance Interval Operation Frequency Miles Hours Initial Maintenance (IM) first 1000 1600 Schedule I Maintenance 1 (M1) every 1000 1600 (Severe Service) vehicles that annually travel less Maintenance 2 (M2) every 5000 8000...
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General Information Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Tables: 00–03 1st through 30th Maintenance for Service Schedules I and II Service Schedule I Service Schedule II Maintenance Service Maint. No. Interval Date Miles Hours Miles IM and M1 1000 1600 10,000 16 000 2000 3200 20,000...
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General Information Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Tables: 00–03 31st through 60th Maintenance for Service Schedules I and II Service Schedule I Service Schedule II Maintenance Service Maint. No. Interval Date Miles Hours Miles 31st 31,000 49 600 3100 310,000 496 000 32nd 32,000 51 200...
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General Information Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Tables: 00–03 61st through 90th Maintenance for Service Schedules I and II Service Schedule I Service Schedule II Maintenance Service Maint. No. Interval Date Miles Hours Miles 61st 61,000 98 200 6100 610,000 982 000 62nd 62,000 99 800...
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General Information Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Tables: 00–03 91st through 100th Maintenance for Service Schedules I and II Service Schedule I Service Schedule II Maintenance Service Maint. No. Interval Date Miles Hours Miles 91st 91,000 146 500 9100 910,000 1 465 000 92nd 92,000 148 100...
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General Information Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Tables: 00–03 20th through 40th Maintenance for Service Schedules III and IV Service Schedules III and IV Service Maint. No. Maintenance Interval Date Miles M1 and M2 500,000 805 000 525,000 845 000 550,000 885 000 575,000 925 000 M1, M2, and M3...
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General Information Lubrication and Fluid Level Check: 00–04 Maintenance Operation 00–04, Lubrication and Fluid Maintenance operation numbers given in the table Level Check Operation Table 8 summarizes all op- are reference numbers used to help you find detailed erations that must be performed to complete the Lu- instructions in the manual on the lubrication or fluid brication and Fluid Level Check operation 00–04 check.
General Information Initial Maintenance (IM) Operations: 00–05 The Initial Maintenance table lists all maintenance tenance operations to be performed. All operations operations that are to be performed at the initial listed in the table, along with the operations listed in maintenance (IM) interval.
General Information M1 Maintenance Interval Operations: 00–06 The M1 Maintenance Interval Operations tables list tion numbers are reference numbers used to help all maintenance operations that are to be performed you find detailed instructions in this manual on the at the M1 maintenance interval. Maintenance opera- maintenance operations to be performed.
General Information M2 Maintenance Interval Operations: 00–07 The M2 Maintenance Interval Operations tables list you find detailed instructions in this manual on the all maintenance operations that are to be performed maintenance operations to be performed. Perform all at the M2 maintenance interval. Maintenance opera- M1 maintenance interval operations at the M2 main- tion numbers are reference numbers used to help tenance interval.
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Operation Number 47–02 Fuel Separator Sight Bowl Cleaning and Element Replacement 60–01 Cab Suspension Air Bag Inspection 60–03 Cab Access Stairs Inspection, Argosy COE 60–01 Cab Suspension Air Bag Inspection 72–01 Door Seal, Door Latch, and Door Hinge Lubrication 83–01 Air Conditioner Inspection ‡...
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Fuel Filter Replacement 47–02 Fuel Separator Sight Bowl Cleaning and Element Replacement 60–01 Cab Suspension Air Bag Inspection 60–03 Cab Access Stairs Inspection, Argosy COE 83–01 Air Conditioner Inspection ‡ 83–02 Air Filter Replacement Inspect Meritor Unitized Wheel Ends at 200,000 miles (321 870 km0, then every 50,000 miles (80 470 km).
General Information M3 Maintenance Interval Operations: 00–08 The M3 Maintenance Interval Operations table lists you find detailed instructions in this manual on the all maintenance operations that are to be performed maintenance operations to be performed. Perform all at the M3 maintenance interval. Maintenance opera- maintenance interval operations in M1 and M2 when tion numbers are reference numbers used to help performing M3 maintenance interval operations.
General Information Maintenance Operation Sets Table: 00–09 Maintenance Operation Sets Maint. Service Schedules Service Schedule Operation Operation Description I, II, and III Number M2 M3 00–04 Lubrication and Fluid Level Check • • • • • • 01–01 Engine Noise Panel Inspection (noise emission control) •...
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Cab Tilt Pump Reservoir Fluid Level and System Check • • • • • • • • 60–03 Cab Access Stairs Inspection, Argosy COE • • • • 72–01 Door Seal, Door Latch, and Door Hinge Lubrication • • •...
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General Information Maintenance Operation Sets Table: 00–09 Maintenance Operation Sets Maint. Service Schedules Service Schedule Operation Operation Description I, II, and III Number M2 M3 § 83–02 Air Filter Replacement At engine overhaul, and whenever the engine has been removed, inspect the lower and upper isolators, and replace them if they are worn. †...
Maintenance Instructions sure that such parts are warranted by their manufac- turer to be equivalent to genuine Freightliner parts in performance and durability. Scheduled intervals are in the maintenance tables in this group. A "Verification of Inspections Log (Groups Freightliner Noise Emission 01, 20, and 49)"...
General Information Verification of Inspections Log: 00–11 Verification of Inspections Log Verification of Inspections Log, Groups 01, 20, and 49 Date Mileage Item Cost Maintenance Facility Group 01 — Engine Noise Panels, Engine Mounts, and Engine-Support Fasteners Group 20 — Fan Clutch Group 49 —...
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General Information Metric/U.S. Customary Conversion Tables: 00–12 When You Know U.S. Multiply When You Multiply To Get Metric To Get U.S. Customary Customary Know Metric Length inches (in) 25.4 millimeters (mm) 0.03937 inches (in) inches (in) 2.54 centimeters (cm) 0.3937 inches (in) feet (ft) 0.3048...
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652 (884) — — Freightliner recommends that all plated and unplated fasteners be coated with oil before installation. † Use these torque values if either the bolt or nut is lubricated or plated (zinc-phosphate conversion-coated, cadmium-plated, or waxed). Table 18, Torque Values for U.S. Customary Thread Fasteners With Lubricated or Plated Threads...
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Male and female threads (bolt and nut) must both be unlubricated and unplated; if either is plated or lubricated, use Table 18. Freightliner recommends that all plated and unplated fasteners be coated with oil before installation. Table 19, Torque Values for U.S. Customary Thread Fasteners With Dry (Unlubricated) Plain (Unplated) Threads...
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M30 x 2 792 (1074) 1096 (1486) Freightliner recommends that all plated and unplated fasteners be coated with oil before installation. † Use these torque values if either the bolt or nut is lubricated or plated (zinc-phosphate conversion-coated, cadmium-plated, or waxed).
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Engine Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Engine Drive Belt Inspection............01–02 Engine Mount Inspection (Noise Emission Control) .
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Engine 01–01 Engine Noise Panel following conditions, then perform the "Belt Tension Inspection": Inspection (Noise Visual Inspection Emission Control) 1. Inspect the belt for glazing. See Fig. 2, Ref. A. If equipped, inspect for torn engine noise panels. Glazing is represented by shiny sidewalls, and is Fig.
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Engine 11/21/94 f150010a A. Glazing C. Streaked Sidewalls E. Uneven Ribs B. Separating Layers D. Tensile Break F. Cracks Fig. 2, Drive Belt Replacement Conditions Belt Tension Inspection tensioner down, away from the belt. When the breaker bar is slowly released, the tensioner should Threaded-Adjustment Type return to its original position.
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Engine Drive Belt Tension Engine Component Belt Tension: lbf (kg) Caterpillar C10 (3176) Refrigerant Compressor 80 to 100 (36 to 45) Alternator and Refrigerant Compressor 40 to 50 (18 to 23), per belt Caterpillar 3406E 80 to 100 (36 to 45) Alternator 90 to 120 (41 to 55) Cummins M11...
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Air Intake Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Air Cleaner Element Inspection and Replacement ......... . 09–01 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, February 2004...
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Air Intake 09–01 Air Cleaner Element Inspection and Replacement Method 1 Replace the air cleaner element at the recommended interval or when the air restriction indicator reaches 20 inH O on a vehicle with a Detroit Diesel engine, 22 inH O on a vehicle with an MBE engine, or 25 O on a vehicle with a Caterpillar or Cummins engine.
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Alternators and Starters Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Alternator, Battery, and Starter Connections Check ......... 15–01 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, January 2006...
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Alternators and Starters • Starter and depopulation studs 15–01 Alternator, Battery, and • Batteries Starter Connections • Magnetic switch Check • Cab • Jump-start studs WARNING • Battery isolation relays Batteries release explosive gas as a by-product of • Battery shutoff switches their chemical activity.
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Alternators and Starters After cleaning, connect the cables to the batteries, and tighten them to the torque specifications listed on the battery, gener- ally 10 to 15 lbf·ft (14 to 20 N·m). Spray each connection with dielectric red enamel and coat the battery terminals with dielectric grease;...
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Engine Cooling/Radiator Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Fan Clutch Check (Noise Emission Control) ..........20–03 Pressure Relief Cap Check.
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Engine Cooling/Radiator 20–01 Pressure Relief Cap 20–02 Radiator Pressure- Check Flushing and Coolant Change WARNING NOTE: For additional instructions on cleaning and flushing the engine’s cooling system, see Do not remove or loosen the surge tank cap until the engine and cooling system have completely the applicable engine manufacturer’s mainte- cooled.
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1. Radiator/Charge Air Cooler Assembly 2. Fill Cap 3. Surge Tank 06/29/95 f011008 NOTE: Cummins M11 engine shown. Fig. 2, Surge Tank, Argosy COE 1. Coolant Drain Plug Fig. 3, Coolant Drain Plug Location 20/2 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, January 2007...
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Engine Cooling/Radiator CAUTION When flushing the radiator, do not apply more than 15 psi (100 kPa) air pressure. Excessive pres- sure can damage the radiator. 7. Gradually, apply air pressure to help dislodge sediment built up in the radiator core. Do not apply more than 15 psi (103 kPa) air pressure to the radiator.
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filled when the coolant level reaches Diesel Series 43.0 (40.7) 44.1 (41.8) the MAX line on the surge tank. Freightliner rec- ommends the use of a precharged and premixed antifreeze when refilling the cooling system. See Detroit Diesel Series 54.8 (51.9)
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Engine Cooling/Radiator Approved Antifreeze Manufacturer Antifreeze Type Contains supplement additives. Available as a Caterpillar Caterpillar Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant premixed solution. Cummins Fleetguard ® Compleat Premix Premixed solution with supplement additives Detroit Diesel Detroit Diesel Power Cool Premixed solution with supplement additives Old World ™...
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Engine Cooling/Radiator Clean the filter element with cleaning sol- the following locations to locate the source of the vent. leak. Install a new seal kit. See Group 20 of the Century Class Trucks Workshop Manual for re- Reassemble the clutch valve solenoid air pair procedures.
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Engine Cooling/Radiator 03/30/95 f200194a 1. Mounting Bracket 9. Rear Hub Bearing 17. Face Seal 2. Rear Sheave Bearing 10. Bearing Spacer 18. Small O-Ring 3. Inner and Outer Bearing 11. Splined Hub 19. Air Chamber Spacers 12. Forward Hub Bearing 20.
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Engine Cooling/Radiator 3. Clean the fan clutch air solenoid valve filter, if equipped. Unscrew the fan clutch solenoid valve air filter assembly and remove the filter ele- ment. Clean the filter element with cleaning sol- vent. Using a clean, lint free cloth, wipe off any excess solvent.
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Engine Cooling/Radiator 05/30/2002 f200581 Fig. 9, Checking for Air Leaks (Horton DriveMaster) NOTE: The fan clutch may slip if the air supply pressure is below 70 psi (483 kPa) or if there is a leak inside the fan clutch. Any leak must be remedied.
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Clutch Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Clutch Release Cross-Shaft Lubrication..........25–02 Eaton Fuller Clutch Release Bearing Lubrication .
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Clutch 25–01 Eaton Fuller Clutch Release Bearing Lubrication The standard clutch release bearing is sealed, and does not require lubrication. If the vehicle is equipped with an optional clutch release bearing with a grease fitting, lubricate the bearing as follows: 1.
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Clutch equipped with an optional clutch release bearing with a grease fitting, lubricate the bearing as follows: 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Apply the parking brakes, and chock the rear tires. 2. Remove the clutch inspection plate. NOTE: Some clutch release bearings are equipped with a lubrication extension that ex- tends outside of the clutch housing.
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Transmission Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Allison Transmission Fluid and Filter Change..........26–02 Manual Transmission Air Filter/Regulator Check, Cleaning, or Replacement .
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Transmission 26–01 Manual Transmission proper fluid level. For optimum transmission per- formance, change the filter each time that the Fluid Change, and fluid is changed. Magnetic Plug Cleaning 5. For a transmission equipped with a transmission (Synthetic Lubricant) fluid filter(s), replace the fluid filter(s). Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid filter.
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Transmission Eaton Fuller Transmission Lubricant Capacities Refill Capacity Transmission Model qt (L) 7-Speed T Series All Models 18.0 (17.0) All 9-Speed Series All Models 13.5 (12.8) 05/27/93 f260006a All 10-Speed Manual Models (except deep reduction) A. Full B. Low FR and FRO Series 11.75 (11.0) Fig.
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Transmission 5. Remove the filter covers, O-rings, and two Meritor Transmission Lubricant Capacities square-cut seals from the transmission. See Refill Capacity Fig. Transmission Model qt (L) Meritor M/MO Series M/MO (all) 10.25 (9.7) Meritor 9- and 10-Speed –115A/B/C/R (all) 10.0 (9.5) –125A/B/C/R (all) –135A/B/C/R (all) –145A/B/C/R (all)
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Transmission 26–03 Manual Transmission Air 8. Install a new square-cut seal on each cover as- sembly, and install the fluid filter elements on the Filter/Regulator Check, cover assemblies. Cleaning, or 9. Install the filter and cover assemblies into the filter compartment. Replacement 10.
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Transmission 7. Start the engine, and build pressure in the air system. Check for air leaks at the filter housing and air line connections; repair any leaks. Meritor NOTE: This procedure does not apply to FreedomLine transmissions. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Apply the parking brakes and chock the rear tires.
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Transmission ter in the hydraulic system may cause undue wear of the transmission fluid is below normal operating transmission parts, make valves stick, and clog pas- temperature. sages. NOTE: Perform a hot check at the first opportu- It is important to check the fluid level cold to deter- nity after the normal operating temperature, 160 mine if the transmission has a sufficient amount of to 200°F (71 to 93°C), has been reached.
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Transmission 1. Clean the area around the fill plug, and remove it from the side of the case. 2. Using your finger or a bent pipe cleaner, see if the fluid is level with the fill opening. See Fig. 3. If the fluid level is low, check the transmission for leaks, and correct as needed.
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Frame and Frame Components Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Fifth Wheel Inspection ............. . 31–01 Fifth Wheel Lubrication.
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Frame and Frame Components 31–01 Fifth Wheel Inspection Release the lock by tripping the release latch at the bottom of the throat. Adjust the wedge stop at the end of the WARNING wedge to approximately 1/4-inch (6-mm) clearance by turning the wedge stop rod All fifth wheel maintenance, adjustment, and re- located on the right side of the top plate.
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Frame and Frame Components 09/18/95 f310476 1. 3/16" x 1" Cotter Pin 11. 1/4–20 x 3/8" Thread-Cutting 19. 1/2–13 x 2" Bumper Pivot Bolt 2. Lower Bracket Retainer Pin Screw 20. Bumper 3. Grease Fitting 12. Step Jaw and Wedge 21.
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Frame and Frame Components 11/28/95 f310353b 08/31/95 f310475 1. Lubricant Grooves 3. Lock Control Handle A. Extended Top Plate Lift Height 2. Safety Latch 4. Mount 1. Fifth Wheel Top Plate 2. Fifth Wheel Frame Mount Fig. 3, Simplex Series Fifth Wheel 3.
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Frame and Frame Components • If the vehicle operates in harsh conditions such Once the fifth wheel’s moving parts are lubricated, as salt spray from road surfaces, or in ex- apply a heavy coat of grease to the top plate, either tremely dusty environments.
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Frame and Frame Components • Rear Suspension Spring Brackets • Shock Absorbers • All Other Frame Fasteners Any component that shows signs of cracking, or other damage, must be repaired or replaced. See the Century Class Trucks Workshop Manual for repair or replacement information.
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Suspension Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Suspension Inspection ............. . 32–01 Suspension Lubrication.
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Trucks Workshop Manual for instructions. instructions. CAUTION Rear Suspension Check Failure to replace the suspension crossmember or Freightliner Spring Suspension gussets if they are cracked, worn, or otherwise damaged could result in damage to the vehicle WARNING chassis. 3. Without detaching the torque arms, attempt to...
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1/8 inch (3 mm), replace the equalizer bushings. See Group 32 of the Century Class Trucks Freightliner AirLiner Suspension Workshop Manual for instructions. 7. With the vehicle unloaded, attempt to move the WARNING equalizer side to side, using a pry bar between the equalizer and frame rail.
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Suspension leaf causes hidden damage to other leaves. Re- placement of only the visibly damaged part(s) is no assurance that the spring is safe. On front spring assemblies, if cracks or breaks exist in the two top leaves, a loss of vehicle control could occur.
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Suspension mine the wear area thickness on the bottom face. See Fig. 7. Measurements should be taken a minimum of 1/2 inch from the beam flange edges to eliminate any edge wear that may have occurred. Subtract the wear area thickness (see Fig.
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Suspension slowly to the nearest workshop for restrictor can replacement. Hendrickson RS Series 1. Inspect the frame hangar to frame attaching fas- teners for the proper torque. See Group 00 this manual for torque specifications. WARNING Be sure that fasteners are torqued correctly. Fas- teners that do not provide a tightly clamped joint between the frame and the hanger can cause pre- mature fracture of the frame hanger, separation of...
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Suspension NOTE: RTE2 (extended-leaf-spring) suspen- sions require a minimum gap of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) between the cam surface of the number- two spring hangar and the top of the main leaf in the unloaded condition. See . If this Fig.
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Single Axle 3. Inspect all bolts and nuts at the pivot and axle connections to assure they are properly torqued. No lubrication is required on Freightliner single-axle Check all other nuts and bolts for proper torque. rear suspensions. Group 00...
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Suspension 09/15/95 f320423 1. Frame Rail 3. Axle Centerline 2. Axle Housing 4. Suspension Ride Height Fig. 13, Neway Ride Height Inspection For Hendrickson RT2 and RTE2 Series, lubricate the bronze, ball-indented bushings in the spring eye, as follows: 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the parking brakes, and chock the front tires.
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Suspension Remove the chocks. Spring Assembly U-Bolt High Nut Torque Values Size Torque: lbf·ft (N·m) Stage 1: Hand Tighten Stage 2: 60 (81) 5/8–18 Stage 3: 200 (271) Stage 4: 180 to 230 (245 to 313) Stage 1: Hand Tighten Stage 2: 60 (81) 3/4–16 Stage 3: 200 (271)
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Front Axle Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number All-Axle Alignment Check ............33–04 Basic Inspection, Meritor Unitized Wheel Ends .
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Front Axle 33–01 Knuckle Pin Lubrication, cross-tube socket members indicates that the tie-rod end assembly must be replaced. Meritor Axles 2. The threaded portion of the tie-rod end assembly must be inserted all the way into the cross-tube split for adequate clamping. See Fig.
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Fig. 3, Wheel Toe-In (overhead view) equipment manufacturer. Freightliner dealers must 7. Place the trammel bar at the front of the tires, have proof of this calibration history.
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Front Axle 11/21/95 f330129 A. Grease Exit 1. Grease Fitting Fig. 6, Dana Spicer Knuckle Pin Lubrication 33–06 Tie Rod Lubrication, Dana Spicer Axles For any Dana Spicer axle that requires lubrication of 08/30/94 f400100a the tie-rod ends, wipe the grease fittings clean, then pump multipurpose chassis grease, NLGI Grade 1 Fig.
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Front Axle 3. Rotate the tire and hub assembly. They should WARNING rotate smoothly and without noise. Grasp the brake chamber while rotating the hub to detect Never work under a vehicle that is supported only any hub vibration. by a jack. Jacks can slip, causing the vehicle to If the hub rotates smoothly, go to the next step.
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Front Axle For instructions, see Group 33 of the Century ® 23.2 Apply Loctite 17430 gasket sealant to Class Trucks Workshop Manual . the external hub cap threads. 17. Check the rotation of the hub. If it doesn’t rotate 23.3 Install the hub cap by hand until it is smoothly and without noise, replace the entire seated.
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Rear Axle Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Axle Breather and Axle Lubricant Level Inspection......... . 35–02 Axle Lubricant and Filter Change, and Magnetic Strainer Cleaning (synthetic lubricant) .
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Rear Axle 35–01 Axle Lubricant and Filter Change, and Magnetic Strainer Cleaning (synthetic lubricant) CAUTION Failure to change the axle lubricant at more fre- quent intervals, when adverse operating condi- tions require, could result in axle damage. NOTE: Axle lubricant change intervals are ex- tended to 500,000 miles (800 000 km) on ve- hicles equipped with a Meritor RT40–145P or RT46–160P rear axle.
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Rear Axle cause permanent damage to unprotected eyes. Do ing. Lubricant should be level with the not point the air stream in the direction of other bottom of the oil fill hole (see Fig. 3) or persons. top of the standpipe opening. Wash the strainer in solvent, and blow it Dana Spicer Drive Axle Lubricant Capacities dry with compressed air to remove oil and...
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Rear Axle • Equa-Torque No. 2411 (Sta-Lube Corpora- Add two pints (1 L) of lubricant through this fill hole. Do not use the hole at the tion). top of the differential carrier as a fill hole. • Equa-Torque No. 2414 (Sta-Lube Corpora- Install and tighten the fill plug 40 to 60 tion).
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Rear Axle Meritor Drive Axle Recommended Lubricant Lubricant Type Ambient Temperature Lubricant SAE Viscosity Grade Meritor Specification –40°F (–40°C) and up 75W–90 0–76–N Synthetic Gear Oil –40°F (–40°C) and up 75W–140 0–76–M There is no upper limit on these outside temperatures, but axle sump temperature must never exceed 250°F (121°C). Table 3, Meritor Drive Axle Recommended Lubricant mended axle lubricants, and Table 4...
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Rear Axle ash content must not exceed 1.85%). When the Meritor Drive Axle Lubricant Capacities ambient temperature is below 0°F (–18°C), use Capacity Axle Model one part kerosene to three parts SAE 10 heavy- pints (liters) duty engine oil, API service classification SD †...
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Rear Axle Meritor Axle 4. Lubricant should be level with the bottom of the fill hole (see Fig. 3), or with the top of the stand- pipe opening. If low, check the axle for oil leaks, CAUTION and correct as needed. Add lubricant as re- quired.
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Rear Axle IMPORTANT: When the ambient temperature is above 0°F (–18°C), use SAE 10 heavy-duty en- gine oil, API service classification SD (sulfated ash content must not exceed 1.85%). When the ambient temperature is below 0°F (–18°C), use one part kerosene to three parts SAE 10 heavy- duty engine oil, API service classification SD (sulfated ash content must not exceed 1.85%).
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Wheels and Tires Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Wheel Nut and Rim Nut Check............40–01 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, January 1996...
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Wheels and Tires 40–01 Wheel Nut and Rim Nut breakage, and extreme tire tread wear. Excessive wheel nut torque can break studs, damage Check threads, and crack discs in the stud hole area. Use the recommended torque values, and follow IMPORTANT: After installing a wheel, the wheel the tightening sequence shown in Fig.
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Wheels and Tires 05/27/93 f400057 A. 8-Stud Disc Wheel C. 6-Spoke Wheel B. 10-Stud Disc Wheel D. 5-Spoke Wheel Fig. 1, Wheel Nut and Rim Nut Tightening Sequence 40/2 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, January 1996...
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Driveline Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Driveline Inspection ..............41–01 Driveline Lubrication.
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Driveline 41–01 Driveline Inspection 1. Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface, apply the parking brakes, and chock the tires. CAUTION Due to the extreme load occurring at high-speed rotation, a loose or broken capscrew at any point in the driveline will weaken the driveline connec- tion, which could eventually result in serious ve- hicle damage.
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Driveline 05/01/95 f410067b NOTE: Not all fasteners are shown. 1. Transmission 6. U-Joint Cross 12. Splined Stub Shaft 2. Transmission Output-Shaft 7. Bearing Cup (for yoke strap) 13. Driveshaft Tube End-Yoke (yoke-strap type) 8. Yoke Strap and Capscrew 14. Tube-Yoke (bearing-cap type) 3.
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Driveline 05/27/93 f410012a Attempt to move the sleeve-yoke and splined shaft back and forth. Fig. 4, Slip Joint Spline Wear Checking 41–02 Driveline Lubrication Universal Joint Lubrication NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Meritor RPL Se- 10/20/93 f410050a ries drivelines do not require periodic lubrication. A.
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Driveline Slip Joint Spline Lubrication NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Meritor RPL Se- ries drivelines do not require periodic lubrication. 1. If equipped with a grease fitting, wipe all old grease and dirt from the slip joint grease fitting. Fig. 5, Ref. 1. 2.
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Brakes Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Air Brake System Valve Inspection ........... . . 42–01 Air Dryer Inspection .
Brakes 42–01 Air Brake System Valve CAUTION Inspection Clamping the end cover or housing in a vise could seriously compromise the air dryer’s ability to NOTE: There is no scheduled air valve mainte- hold air pressure, which could cause a failure in nance on vehicles equipped with Bendix air the brake system.
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Brakes sidered an indication of poor air dryer per- formance. 2. Inspect the air dryer for external damage, and check that the unit is tightly mounted on the frame. If the air dryer mounting is loose, See Group 42 of the Century Class Trucks Workshop Manual for mounting instructions.
Brakes 2. Remove the capscrews and reservoir from the cover. 3. Remove the cover tetraseal. 4. Drain the air tank, and disconnect the line from the evaporator outlet. Remove the check-valve retainer, spring, and disc. 5. Install the disc, spring, and check-valve retainer, and connect the line to the evaporator outlet.
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Brakes 05/28/93 f420011a A. Grease Exit 1. Brake Chamber 3. Non-Pressure-Relief 2. Slack Adjuster Grease Fitting Fig. 4, Camshaft Bracket Lubrication Dana Spicer and Haldex 09/17/97 f421649 1. Grease Fitting 2. Slack Adjuster CAUTION Fig. 5, Dana Spicer and Haldex Automatic Slack Do not use moly-disulfide-loaded grease or oil.
Brakes 42–08 Meritor Slack Adjuster Lubrication IMPORTANT: Perform MOP 42–11 before lubri- cating the slack adjusters. NOTE: If equipped with an extended- ™ maintenance Q Plus brake system, the slack adjuster will not have a grease fitting. These slack adjusters use a special NLGI Grade syn- thetic polyurea grease and do not require lubri- cation for 3 years or 500,000 miles (800 000 km), whichever comes first.
Brakes 42–10 Bendix E–6 Foot Contol Valve Inspection and Lubrication 1. Remove the foot control valve from the vehicle. See Section 42.03, Subject 110 of the Century Class Trucks Workshop Manual for instructions. 2. Remove the roll pin from the brake pedal pivot pin.
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Brakes 8. Remove the plunger from the valve. Using alco- WARNING hol, clean the existing grease from the plunger. Check the plunger for signs of wear or cracks. Manually adjusting an automatic slack adjuster to Replace it if necessary. bring the pushrod stroke within legal limits is 9.
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Brakes Brake Chamber Stroke Specifications Chamber Max Applied Stroke: inch (mm) † Manufacturer Type Size 1-3/8 (35) Standard Stroke 1-3/4 (44) 2 (51) ‡ 2-1/4 (57) Gunite 2 (51) 24 (2-1/2 inch rated Long Stroke stroke) 24 (3 inch rated stroke) 2-1/2 (64) 1-3/8 (35)
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Brakes Brake Chamber Stroke Specifications Chamber Max Applied Stroke: inch (mm) † Manufacturer Type Size 2 (51) Dana Spicer Long Stroke 24LS 2-1/2 (64) 30LS Long stroke design is indicated by a tag, or embossing, on the brake chamber. † Specifications are relative to a brake application with 80 to 90 psi (550 to 620 kPa) air pressure in the brake chambers.
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Steering Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Drag Link Inspection..............46–01 Drag Link Lubrication .
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Steering 46–01 Drag Link Inspection return hose at the reservoir. Drain the power steering fluid into the drain pan and dispose of the fluid properly. Plug the return line fitting on WARNING the reservoir. 3. Use the following procedure for Century Class All steering system components are critical for Conventionals.
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Steering Lift out the filter spring and the filter top plate, then remove the filter. It may be necessary to wiggle the filter to remove it from its base. Do not use pliers to aid in removal of the filter; pliers could cause metal chips to enter the steering system.
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Steering 5. Fill the power steering reservoir with approved level is low, add enough fluid to bring the level power steering fluid to the FULL COLD mark. up to the FULL HOT mark on the dipstick. Table On Argosy COEs, check that power steering fluid 6.
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Steering TRW TAS Series CAUTION Apply grease to the sector shaft only with a hand- type grease gun. See Fig. 4. Use of a high- pressure power grease gun will supply grease too quickly and could affect the high pressure seal, 11/27/95 f461072 contaminating the hydraulic fluid.
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Fuel Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Fuel Filter Replacement ............. 47–01 Fuel Separator Sight Bowl Cleaning and Element Replacement.
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Fuel 47–01 Fuel Filter Replacement Refer to the engine manufacturer’s service manual for removal and installation procedures. 47–02 Fuel Separator Sight Bowl Cleaning and Element Replacement ConMet Fuel Separator Sight Bowl Cleaning The only maintenance necessary on ConMet fuel separators is to clean the sight bowl, if equipped. Fig.
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Fuel IMPORTANT: The fitting must be air-tight and the valve closed. Racor Fuel Separator Element Replacement The only service necessary on Racor fuel separators is to replace the filter element. Racor 490 WARNING Diesel fuel is flammable and can ignite if exposed to an open flame, intense heat, or other ignition source.
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Fuel 4. Remove the bowl from the element, and clean the O-ring. 5. Apply a coating of clean fuel or motor oil to the new O-ring and element seal. 6. Spin the bowl onto the new element, then spin them both onto the filter head snugly, by hand only.
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Exhaust Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Exhaust System Inspection (Noise Emission Control)........49–01 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, January 2007...
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Replace parts that show leakage, wear, or damage, with genuine Freightliner parts. Pre-EPA07 Exhaust System Inspecting 1. On all vehicles, check the condition of the muffler body, the top stack, and the heat shield.
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Exhaust 10/20/2006 f490283 A. Inspect this area of the canister for dents. 1. Marmon Fitting at Inlet from Turbocharger 6. Sensor Housing 2. DOC Temperature Sensor 7. DPF Outlet Temperature Sensor 3. ATD Mounting Band 8. Exhaust Outlet Marmon Fitting 4.
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Exhaust 9. Check any wires, lines, or hoses within 4 inches (10 cm) of the exhaust system for heat damage. Repair or reroute as needed. 49/4 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, January 2007...
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60–01 Cab Suspension Air Bag 60–03 Cab Access Stairs Inspection Inspection, Argosy COE Inspect the cab suspension air bags at the rear of On Argosy COEs, inspect the cab access stairs for the cab. Check for wear, leakage, and damage. Re- wear, damage, or excessive dirt build-up, and verify place if necessary.
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01/13/2003 f602109 1. Forward Bump Stop 3. Bolt 2. Flatwasher 4. Rear Bump Stop Fig. 1, Cab Access Stairs Assembly 60/2 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, February 2003...
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Doors Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Door Seal, Door Latch, Door Hinge, and Door Check Lubrication....... 72–01 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, October 2005...
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Door 72–01 Door Seal, Door Latch, Door Hinges on Vehicles Built on or After 8/1/2005 Door Hinge, and Door Check Lubrication On vehicles built on or after 8/1/2005, the door hinge center pin is recessed in the top loop of the hinge bracket.
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Door f720613 8/24/2005 A. Hinge installed on or after 8/1/2005, with dimple in the top loop of the hinge bracket. Do not lubricate. B. Hinge installed before 8/1/2005. Lubricate according to recommendations. Fig. 1, Door Hinge Identification 72/2 Century Class Trucks Maintenance Manual, October 2005...
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Heater and Air Conditioner Index, Alphabetical Title of Maintenance Operation (MOP) MOP Number Air Conditioner Inspection............83–01 Air Filter Replacement .
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(0.89 mm) or greater, replace the clutch. For in- IMPORTANT: When replacing the air filter, use structions, see Section 83.00, Subject 140 of only a Freightliner-approved air filter. the Century Class Trucks Workshop Manual . 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Apply the 5.
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4. Install a new air filter. IMPORTANT: When replacing the air filter, use Slide a new air filter into the air intake only a Freightliner-approved air filter. plenum. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Apply the NOTE: When installing the HVAC air filter, parking brakes and chock the rear tires.
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filter installed. IMPORTANT: When replacing the air filter, use If the recirculation air filter is not replaced every only a Freightliner-approved air filter. six months, damage to the heater and air condi- tioner components could occur. The HVAC system 1.
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Heater and Air Conditioner tion 60.08 of the Century Class Trucks Work- components could occur. The HVAC system shop Manual . should not be operated without the recirculation air filter installed. 3. Remove the retainer that holds the recirculation air filter in place. See Fig.
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Heater and Air Conditioner 04/15/98 f831227 A. The arrow on the filter should point toward the HVAC assembly. 1. Sleeper HVAC Assembly 3. Filter (pleated-paper filter shown) 2. Screen Fig. 7, Sleeper HVAC Assembly, Water-Valve Controlled 3. Slide the air filter out of the sleeper HVAC as- 5.
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