Tech Updates
July 7, 2010
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued the following recalls.
Tech Updates
May 1, 2010
When a vehicle is brought in with a charging system complaint, first check alternator performance. Use the following procedure when installing an air actuated fifth wheel cylinder kit.
Tech Updates
April 1, 2010
Sliding pins and bolts for disc brakes, impact vs. chrome sockets, replacing damaged vac valves and safety recalls are featured.
Tech Updates
March 1, 2010
Truck-Lite Co., Inc. offers technicians the following tips when servicing lighting and electrical systems. Stemco provides the following information on the proper way to install hubodometers and brackets.
Tech Updates
February 1, 2010
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued these recalls, and Kenworth offers tips for proper exhaust system maintenance.
Tech Updates – January 2010
January 15, 2010
Troubleshooting Poor Heater Performance
Although a heater may be a simple system, poor performance can be difficult to diagnose, according to Red Dot. Here are two troubleshooting tips that Red Dot says will help with the diagnostic process.
Wireless ground connections: A bad ground can rob the ...
Tech Updates
October 15, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Corrosion Resistant Oil Pan
As added protection against the effects of hard road chemicals, Mack Trucks is offering corrosion resistant oil pans. The ...
Tech Updates – October 2009
October 2, 2009
Corrosion Resistant Oil Pan
As added protection against the effects of hard road chemicals, Mack Trucks is offering corrosion resista...
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September 14, 2009
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Tech Updates – September 2009
September 11, 2009
Turbocharger Faults
Wires within the smart remote actuator (SRA) connector located on the right-hand side of Mack MP7, MP8 and MP10 e...
Tech Updates
September 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Turbocharger Faults
Wires within the smart remote actuator (SRA) connector located on the right-hand side of Mack MP7, MP8 and MP10 engines below the turbocharger are subject to vibration during engine operation.
This vibration can result in ...
Tech Updates – August 2009
August 10, 2009
Proper bearing cleaning can mean the difference between good performance and bearing failure, according to SKF. If cleaning is done improperly...
Tech Updates
August 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Proper bearing cleaning can mean the difference between good performance and bearing failure, according to SKF. If cleaning is done improperly, the bearing, shaft or housing may become damaged, creating a more ...
Tech Updates – July 2009
July 9, 2009
SKF now offers technical information on how to properly identify a PreSet Hub Assembly.
1 PreSet hub assemblies always use a bolt-o...
Tech Updates
July 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
SKF now offers technical information on how to properly identify a PreSet Hub Assembly.
1 PreSet hub assemblies always use a bolt-on style hubcap for the steer and trailer axles. This alone does ...
Tech Updates – June 2009
June 8, 2009
Thermostat Cover Fastener Tightening Procedure
Whenever a thermostat cover has been removed from a Mack MP7 (US04 and US07), MP8 and ...
Tech Updates
June 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Thermostat Cover Fastener Tightening Procedure
Whenever a thermostat cover has been removed from a Mack MP7 (US04 and US07), MP8 and MP10 engine, you must use the following procedure to reinstall the cover. The tightening procedure ...
Tech Updates – May 2009
May 5, 2009
Recognize, Prevent Corrosion and Rust Jacking
When rust creeps in between the brake lining and shoe table, it can cause the lining t...
Tech Updates
May 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Recognize, Prevent Corrosion and Rust Jacking
When rust creeps in between the brake lining and shoe table, it can cause the lining to fracture, according to ArvinMeritor.
During normal braking, a brake lining will have miniscule movement ...
Tech Updates – April 2009
April 7, 2009
Proper Use of Flat-tip Screwdrivers and Pry Bars
In the same manner that a hammer is designed to drive nails and a wrench is engine...
Tech Updates
April 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Proper Use of Flat-tip Screwdrivers and Pry Bars
In the same manner that a hammer is designed to drive nails and a wrench is engineered to turn fasteners, a screwdriver is designed to tighten or loosen ...
Tech Updates – March 2009
March 25, 2009
Alcohol in the Air Brake System
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems discourages the use of alcohol in the air brake system as a means ...
Tech Updates – March 20091
March 25, 2009
Torque Wrench Use and Maintenance
A torque wrench is a precision instrument designed to apply a specific amount of force to a fasten...
Tech Updates
February 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Alcohol in the Air Brake System
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems discourages the use of alcohol in the air brake system as a means of preventing system freeze-up in cold temperatures. Studies indicate that using alcohol and alcohol-based ...
Tech Updates – January 2009
January 31, 2009
Bearing Mounting
According to NTN, proper mounting practices eliminate unnecessary bearing damage during installation. Never strike th...
Tech Updates
January 1, 2009
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Bearing Mounting
According to NTN, proper mounting practices eliminate unnecessary bearing damage during installation. Never strike the bearings directly with a hammer or a drift as damage may result. Apply evenly distributed force over the entire bearing ...
Tech Updates – November 2008
November 20, 2008
Differential Pressure Sensor Hose & Clamp
The standard springs used on Mack CX, CH, CV, CL, RD, RB, DM, DMM, LE, MR, MRU and LEU model...
Tech Updates
November 1, 2008
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Differential Pressure Sensor Hose & Clamp
The standard springs used on Mack CX, CH, CV, CL, RD, RB, DM, DMM, LE, MR, MRU and LEU model chassis (excluding CXN and CHN models) are designed to give the ...
Tech Updates – October 2008
October 27, 2008
Pressure Sensor Hose & Clamp
Effective April 22, 2008, the coupling hoses and hose clamps used to connect the pressure tubes to the di...
Tech Updates
October 1, 2008
By Truck Parts & Service Staff
Pressure Sensor Hose & Clamp
Effective April 22, 2008, the coupling hoses and hose clamps used to connect the pressure tubes to the differential pressure sensor on Mack MRU and LEU model chassis equipped with the non-catalyzed ...
