Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems AUTO SLACK ADJUSTER SERVICE MANUAL - Manual (Page 2)

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Self Adjusting Brake Adjuster
The description and specifications contained in this service publication
are current at the time of printing.
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC reserves the right to discontinue
or modify its models and/or procedures and to change specifications
at any time without notice.
Any reference to brand name in this publication is made as an
example of the types of tools and materials recommended for use and
should not be considered an endorsement. Equivalents may be used.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
WARNINGS: FAILURE TO FOLLOW
INDICATED PROCEDURES CREATES A HIGH
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO THE
SERVICING TECHNICIAN.
Caution: Failure to follow indicated
procedures may cause component damage
or malfunction.
Note: Additional service information not
covered in the service procedures.
Tip: Helpful removal and installation
procedures to aid in the service of this unit.
Always use genuine Spicer ® replacement parts.
This symbol is used throughout this
manual to call attention to procedures
where carelessness or failure to follow
specific instructions may result in
personal injury and/or component
damage.
Departure from the instructions, choice of tools,
materials and recommended parts mentioned in
this publication may jeopardize the personal
safety of the service technician or vehicle
operator.
NOTE: A properly working Automatic
Slack Adjuster does not require manual
adjustment while in service. The manual
adjuster hex is intended for use during
adjuster installation and brake overhaul.
WARNING: Automatic slack adjusters
should not be repeatedly adjusted to
correct excessive in service pushrod
stroke, because this condition indicates
that a problem exists with the automatic
adjuster, with the installation of the
adjuster or with related foundation brake
components which manual adjustment
will not correct.