i4. FRONT BRAKES OVERHEAT AND/OR DO NOT RELEASE (CONT)
TEST OPTIONS
Visual inspection
REASON FOR QUESTION
TEST OPTIONS
Visual inspection
REASON FOR QUESTION
YES
NO
4.
5.
Replace wedge
assembly (para 11-4).
Are wedge assemblies free
from wear and damage,
and do they operate?
NO
YES
Loose or damaged wheel
bearings may cause brakes to
overheat.
Are wheel bearings
tight and free from damage?
Adjust or replace wheel
bearings (para 10-2).
Replace brake
chamber(s) (para 11-7).
KNOWN INFO
KNOWN INFO
Tires undamaged and
inflated to proper operating
pressure.
Front gladhands OK.
Air hose 229 OK.
Brake adjusting components
OK.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Faulty wedge assembly.
Faulty wheel bearings.
Faulty brake chamber(s).
Tires undamaged and
inflated to proper operating
pressure.
Front gladhands OK.
Air hose 229 OK.
Brake adjusting components
OK.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Faulty wheel bearings.
Faulty brake chamber(s).
If wedge assembly is damaged
or does not operate, brake
shoes may remain partially
applied.
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