NHTSA ID Number: 10194477
Manufacturer Communication Number: CALFTL42-004
Summary
Customer Advisory Letter for Drive Axle Drum Brake S-Cam U-Bolt Replacement.
Models Affected: Model year 2017 through 2022 Freightliner New Cascadia vehicles manufactured between November 10, 2016 and December 22, 2020 with drive axle drum brakes and intermediate track axles
Our records indicate that you are the owner of a New Cascadia built during the above time period. Therefore DTNA has decided to share the following documentation with you.
Work Instructions
Replace the existing drive axle brake S-cam support U-bolts with new versions provided to you by your DTNA Field Representative as outlined in the following instructions.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, shut down the engine, and apply the parking brakes. Chock the tires.
2. Remove and discard the original S-cam support U-bolt. See Fig. 1.
3. Install the new U-bolt provided by your DTNA Field Representative.
4. Torque the nuts to 11 lbf•ft (15 N•m).
5. Document all vehicles retrofitted with the new U-bolt; send this documentation to your DTNA Field Representative.
6 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| FREIGHTLINER | CASCADIA | 2017-2022 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
05/12/2021
CAL FTL 42-004
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10194477
MC-10194477-0001.pdf 134.634KB
MC-10194477-0001
SaleBestseller No. 1 
OTC 5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool
- OTC's S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool eliminates makeshift, unsafe methods of unhooking and reconnecting brake shoe retaining springs
- For use when replacing brake shoes on heavy-duty tractors and trailers
- Simply hook the retaining spring loop and press down
- Lever action agains the axle makes the job a snap
- Crafted from high-grade materials to ensure quality performance over the lifetime of the tool
Bestseller No. 2
ATD Tools 5163 2-in-1 S-Cam Brake Tool
- 2-in-1 S-Cam Brake Tool, offers technicians a more efficient method for changing brake shoes on an S-Cam drum brake assembly
- The tool is comprised of a steel shaft with a U-shaped fork on one end to stretch the retaining spring so that both halves of the brake shoe are held together, which enables the user to hook up the pin
- An S-shaped device on the opposite end enables the user to position the brake shoes in a way that allows leverage for installation of the rollers
- The hooked end pulls the brake shoes apart so that the rollers can be installed faster and more safely
Bestseller No. 3
Mekar 5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool for Heavy Duty Steel Tractors & Trailers
- Function: Safely replace brake shoes on heavy-duty tractors and trailers
- Hook Design: This tool has a little hook that engages the spring at the J eye on the end, and the bar goes under the axle to leverage the spring out of position
- Easy to Use: Simply hook the retaining spring loop and press down against the axle.
- Material: Made of high quality steel. Corrosion-resistant & Durable Steel construction with extreme anti-wear property.
- Package Include: 1pcs Air Brake Spring Tool
Bestseller No. 4
5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool, Replace Brake Shoes for Heavy-Duty Tractors Trailers & Diesel Drive Semi-Truck - S-Cam Air Brake Spring Snap Shoes Installer Tool
- 【A Must Handy Tool】Make easy install spring on the s-cam air brake, simply hook the retaining spring loop and press down. No more remove brake shoes using vise grip and screwdriver.
- 【Upgrade Design】Lever action against the axle makes the job a snap, eliminates makeshift, unsafe methods of unhooking and reconnecting brake shoe retaining springs.
- 【Application】Perfect for use on heavy-duty tractors and trailers to safely replace brake shoes.
- 【Superior Material】Crafted from quality & heavy duty steel, sturdy and wear resistance to ensure great performance and long-term service.
- 【100% Satisfaction Guarantee】Our focus on products and customer services is 2nd to none. If you're not 100% satisfied with this 5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool, simply return it for a full refund in 30 days.
Bestseller No. 5
Bestong 5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool Replace Brake Shoe Compatible for Heavy-Duty Tractors and Trailers Diesel Drive Semi-Truck
- Compatible for : works great on tractor and trailer brakes, any heavy duty brakes!
- Material : Corrosion-resistant & Durable Steel construction with extreme anti-wear property.
- This tool makes install spring on the S Cam Air Brake a snap. No more using vise grip and screwdriver to remove brake shoes.Simply hook the retaining spring loop and press down against the axle.
- Best choice for doing brakes in a hurry. Serve as a lever against the axle to seperate the spring loop from the brake shoe. Safely replace brake shoes.
- Package included : 1pcs S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool
Bestseller No. 6
Fayedom 5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool, Replace Brake Shoes On Heavy-Duty Tractors and Trailers …
- Great Compatibility: Safely replace brake shoes on heavy-duty tractors and trailers.
- Material: Made of high quality,solid and sturdy steel with extreme anti-wear property, have great tolerance and resistance to corrosion and rust,built to provide exceptional levels of durability.
- Perfect design: Serve as a lever against the axle to separate the spring loop from the brake shoe. Safely install and remove the brake spring.
- Benefits: Eliminates unsafe methods. Way better than using vise grips, pry bars, or screwdrivers to unhook and reconnect the retaining springs. This perfect tool makes the job easier than ever before and also takes very little effort.
- Easy to operate: Simply and quickly hook the retaining spring loop and press down against the axle.
SaleBestseller No. 8
DUOYI 5081 S-Cam, Air Brake Spring Tool, Brake Adjusting Tool for Replace Heavy Duty Tractors and Trailers Brake Shoes, Steel Brake Spring Tool
- 【Air Brake Spring Tool】 It is safer and easier to replace the heavy duty tractors and trailers brake shoes, without the need for screwdrivers or tool pliers to remove the brake shoes.
- 【Brake Spring Tool is Easy to Operate】Just hook the tab to the fixed spring ring, press the bar end down on the shaft, hold the handle and push it down and inward until the spring ring is firmly fixed on the brake shoe.
- 【Principle of Use of Spring Tools】The end of this spring tool is in a "v"-shaped structure, which effectively utilizes the principle of leverage and is against the axle to separate the spring ring from the brake shoe more safely and easily.
- 【Brake Adjustment Tool is Made of High-quality Steel】Made of selected high-quality steel, wear-resistant and strong, durable.
- 【Note】This tool is used for heavy machinery vehicles such as tractors and trailers. Pay attention to safety during operation and use.
Bestseller No. 9
CMTOOL 5081 S-Cam Air Brake Spring Tool Replace Heavy Duty Tractors and Trailers Brake Shoes, Steel Construction Brake Adjusting Tool, Semi Truck Accessories Air Brake Spring Removal Tool
- 1.【Air Brake Spring Tool for Safe Replacement of Brake Shoes】The air brake spring tool is a better alternative to a vise grip, pry bar or screwdriver, and is used to safely replace brake shoes on heavy-duty tractors, trailers and semi trucks.
- 2.【Time-Saving and Efficient Air Brake Spring Tool】There are some pliers similar to car brake spring calipers, but in most cases, you can't use them in close proximity to the brake chambers or suspension. The specialty tools & gadgets do not have this problem, and they will not take up too much space in your toolbox.
- 3.【Wear-Resistant and Corrosion-Resistant Brake Adjusting Tool】The heavy-duty brake spring tools are made of high-quality hard steel material, which has excellent performance of anti-wear and corrosion resistance and is durable.
- 4.【Easy-to-use Air Brake Spring Removal Tool】No additional tools such as vices and screwdrivers are needed. Just hook the fixed spring ring and press down on the shaft. It only takes a few seconds to easily remove and install the shoe spring.
- 5.【Air Brake Spring Tool with "V" Structure】The spring tool with a "V"-shaped structure at the end makes full use of the principle of leverage. The Lever action on the axle makes the job easier. Leaning on the axle makes the separation of the spring ring and the brake shoe safer and easier.
Bestseller No. 10
Bolaxin S-Cam Air Brake Spring Snap Shoes Installer Tool for 5081 Tractors Trailers
- Made of high quality carbon steel, have a unparalleled long lifespan with great durability
- The tool has a little hook that engages the spring at the J eye on the end, and the bar goes under the axle to leverage the spring out of position
- Simply hook the retaining spring loop and press down against the axle. Lever action against the axle makes the job a snap.
- The tool is used on the 2 springs on the side of the shoe and it can in close proximity to the brake chambers or suspension.
- Serve as a lever against the axle to seperate the spring loop from the brake shoe. Safely replace brake shoes.
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