NHTSA ID Number: 10200210
Manufacturer Communication Number: FSB 593 013
TSB/Document Date: 2021-08-09
Summary
On some MACK
CHU, CXU, GU, and TD truck models built between 04/31/2008 and 11/30/2015, the solenoid valve for the grade gripper feature is prone to internal contamination in harsh environments. The internal contamination of the solenoid valve is caused by the buildup of grime, salt, road debris and other solid contaminants. In some cases, the buildup of solid contaminants caused the solenoid valve to malfunction. A similar malfunction is possible if the solenoid valve is equipped with a vent fitting that freezes over. The malfunction causes the trailer brake circuit to maintain trailer brake pressure after a grade gripper event. Replacement of the existing solenoid valve, elbow, and the addition of a new tube fitting and tube will ensure proper functionality of the grade gripper feature.
Field Service Bulletin
Trucks
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Greensboro, NC USA
This Field Service Bulletin replaces bulletin, “Grade Gripper Solenoid,
Replacement”, (USA70297) PV729-FSB593-013_M, dated (05.2015).
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Grade Gripper Solenoid, Replacement
CHU, CXU, GU, TD
FSB 593-013, Grade Gripper Solenoid,
Replacement
(January 2015)
On some MACK CHU, CXU, GU, and TD truck models built between 04/31/2008 and
11/30/2015, the solenoid valve for the grade gripper feature is prone to internal contamination
in harsh environments. The internal contamination of the solenoid valve is caused by the
buildup of grime, salt, road debris and other solid contaminants. In some cases, the buildup of
solid contaminants caused the solenoid valve to malfunction. A similar malfunction is possible
if the solenoid valve is equipped with a vent fitting that freezes over. The malfunction causes
the trailer brake circuit to maintain trailer brake pressure after a grade gripper event.
Replacement of the existing solenoid valve, elbow, and the addition of a new tube fitting and
tube will ensure proper functionality of the grade gripper feature.
Note: This bulletin does not apply to MACK Trucks Australia.
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Required Parts
Grade Gripper Solenoid Replacement Parts
Item
Description
Part Number
Qty
1
Solenoid Valve
21396762
1
2
Elbow
3082873
1
3
Tube Fitting
8397697
1
4
Tubing, Bulk
1113569
N/A
PV729-FSB593-013_M
USA74625
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Field Service Bulletin
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1.2016
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013
04
Repair Procedure
You must read and understand the precautions and guidelines in Service Information,
group 5, “General Safety Practices, Brakes”” before performing this procedure. If you are
not properly trained and certified in this procedure, ask your supervisor for training before
you perform it.
DANGER
Do not attempt to repair or service this vehicle without having sufficient training, the correct
service literature and the proper tools. Failure to follow this could make the vehicle unsafe
and lead to serious personal injury or death.
1 Park vehicle on a flat and level surface.
2 Apply the parking brake.
3 Place the transmission in neutral or park.
4 Install the wheel chocks.
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5 Disconnect the cable from the battery’s negative terminal.
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6 If applicable, slide the fifth wheel to the rear most position to gain access to the solenoid
valve.
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7 Verify whether or not the Grade Gripper solenoid is equipped with vent fitting (part number
25164397) as shown in the figure below.
Note: If the solenoid is equipped with a vent fitting, remove the vent fitting and proceed to
step 24 for elbow fitting and tube installation instructions only.
Note: If the solenoid is not equipped with a vent fitting, proceed to step 8 for Grade Gripper
Solenoid, Replacement instructions.
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8 Disconnect the harness from the solenoid.
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9 Disconnect the air lines shown.
Note: Note the position of the air lines before removal.
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10 Remove the solenoid valve assembly.
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11 Remove the fittings from the solenoid valve.
Note: Note the position of the fittings for installation.
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12 Remove the elbow fitting from the solenoid valve.
Note: Note the position of the elbow fitting for installation.
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13 Position and clamp the solenoid in a vise by the valve body as shown.
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14 Remove the valve (1) from the solenoid valve (2).
Note: Note the position of the valve (1) for later installation.
CAUTION
Removal of the union fitting (3) from the solenoid valve (2) will cause damage to the
fitting.
Note: If the union fitting (3) is removed with the valve, clean and store both for installation.
Note: If the union fitting (3) is fixed in the solenoid valve after removal of the valve, discard
the solenoid valve and the union fitting, then clean and store the valve for installation.
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15 Remove the existing solenoid from the vise.
16 Position and clamp the replacement solenoid in a vise by the valve body as shown.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the solenoid valve, do not clamp the electrical portion of the
solenoid.
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17 Assemble the replacement solenoid valve (2), valve (1), and union fitting (3).
Note: Apply thread sealant to the fitting before assembly.
Note: if applicable, assemble a new union fitting (part number 25089731) and valve prior
to assembly with the solenoid valve.
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18 Remove the replacement solenoid from the vise.
19 Install the replacement elbow fitting (part number 3082873) to the solenoid valve.
Note: Apply thread sealant to the solenoid before installing elbow fitting.
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20 Install the solenoid valve fittings as shown.
Note: Apply thread sealant to the fitting before assembly.
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21 Position the solenoid valve assembly.
22 Install the fasteners securing the solenoid valve assembly.
23 Tighten the fasteners to 24 ± 4 Nm (18 ± 3 ft-lb).
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24 Install the tube fitting (part number 8397697) on the elbow fitting.
Note: Ensure the inside and outside of the tube fitting is clean and free of any solid
contaminants before installation.
Note: Apply thread sealant to the tube fitting before assembly.
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25 Cut approximately, 914 mm (36 in) of bulk tubing (part number 1113569).
26 Connect the 914 mm (36 in) section of bulk tubing to the tub fitting as shown in the figure
below.
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27 Route the tubing from the tube fitting along the chassis harness and air line bundle. See
the figure below.
Note: The air line tubing must be routed inside chassis harness bundle.
Note: Use cable ties to secure the tubing to the chassis harness and air line bundle as
shown below.
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28 Connect the remaining air lines.
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29 Connect the harness.
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30 If applicable, return the fifth wheel to it’s original position.
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31 Connect the battery cable to the negative (ground) terminal.
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32 Remove the wheel chocks.
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Reimbursement
This repair may be eligible for reimbursement
if a product failure was experienced within
time and mileage limits of the applicable
Warranty coverage. Reimbursement is
obtained via the normal claim handling
process.
UCHP
Reimbursement
eWarranty
Reimbursement
Claim Type (used only when uploading from
the Dealer Bus. Sys.)
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01
Primary Labor Code (Grade Gripper Solenoid,
Replacement)
5939-03-09-02
0.4 hrs.
5332E–01–80
0.4 hrs.
Causal Part
21396762
21396762
Labor Code
MACK Trucks North America reserves the right to make any changes in design or to make
additions to or upon its products without incurring any obligations to install the same on
vehicles previously built.
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TSB/Document ID: FSB 593 013
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2016-01-01
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS
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