Installing Spreader Device

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If a new actuator was installed, this must be confirmed in PIWIS Tester II 9818 .

>>Control unit overview<< >>Parking brake<< >>Drive links/checks<< >>Confirm actuator replacement<<.

NOTE: Do not twist the brake shoe mountings when installing the actuator!
If using the same actuator again:
1. 2.1. Clean the spreader device carefully so as not to damage the dust boots.
2. 2.2. Visually inspect the dust boots for cracks.
Tighten new fastening screws on the spreader device -arrows- . Initial tightening 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) Final tightening +60° .

Fig 1: Locating Actuator Mounting Fastening Screws
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Tighten fastening screws on brake cover plate. Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) .
Plug in electric plug connection -2- for the actuator -1- (-A- ) and lock it -a- .
Clip wire harness -4- into the retaining clip -3- (-B- ).

Fig 2: Installing Plug Connection
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