NHTSA ID Number: 10161910
Manufacturer Communication Number: K66500719
Summary
Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Clutch Failures At Service Replacement; New Clutch Found To Be Damaged When Unboxed Or Fails Soon After Replacement
11 Affected Products
Vehicles
Solution K66500719
Monday, June 3, 2019 5:54:32 PM CEST
** SOLUTION **
| Title | Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) Clutch Failures At Service Replacement; New Clutch Found To Be Damaged When Unboxed Or Fails Soon After Replacement |
Mack Models | |
| Mack Model | AN – Anthem, CHU – Pinnacle, Axle back, CXU – Pinnacle, Axle front, GR – Granite, GU – Granite, PI – Pinnacle |
| Volvo Models | |
| Volvo Model | VNL, VNM, VNR, VNX, VAH, VHD |
| Emission Standard | |
| Emission Standard | US17, US17+OBD16, US17+OBD18 |
| Engine family | |
| Engine family | 11L Engine, 13L Engine, MP7 MP8 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | AMT-F With Crawler Gears, AMT-F Without Crawler Gears, AMT-C, AMT-D, AMT-F, AMT-C, AMT-D, AMT-F With Crawler Gears, AMT-F Without Crawler Gears |
| ** SOLUTION ** | |
| Cause | A new clutch that is replaced in the aftermarket may be found damaged when removed from
packaging, or experience failure shortly after installation. This situation is likely to occur before the vehicle leaves the shop or during the first test drive after replacement. It has been determined that this issue arises due to damage that occurs during shipping and handling of the new part. Damage of this nature normally occurs to the tabs shown in the photo below: Note: This issue has not been seen in vehicles new from the factory. If a clutch is found failed in a new vehicle, normal repair procedure should be followed. |
| Solution | Prior to Installation
Correct Incorrect If the exposed tabs are found to be broken/cracked
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| Internal comments (BO) | Jeff Grainger investigating. 12/4/18 |
| Solution visibility | Dealer distribution |
| Function(s)/component(s) affected | |
| Function affected | Clutch |
| Function Group | |
| Function Group | 411 mechanical clutch |
| Customer effect | |
| Main customer effect | noise, visual appearance |
| Noise | rattling noise, grinding, knock, rubbing noise |
| Road behaviour | driveability |
| Visual appearance | crack/fracture |
| Conditions | |
| Vehicle operating mode | on start-up, when driving |
| Frequency of occurrence of problem | random |
| Other conditions | after a workshop procedure on the vehicle |
| Administration | |
| Author | UT9268H |
| Dealer ID | UT9268H |
| Last modified by | RU4469V |
| Creation date | 15-11-2018 20:11 |
| Date of last update | 23-05-2019 21:05 |
| Review date | 22-07-2019 00:07 |
| Status | Published |
| NA_Reviewer | ut9268h |
| NA_Author_Group | GTT |
Solution K66500719
Monday, June 3, 2019 5:54:32 PM CEST
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Big RED 500 lbs Truck Clutch and Flywheel Handler to Transport Heavy Duty Truck Clutches
- Capacity can up to 500 lbs. The truck clutch and flywheel handler is mainly used for removing and installing 14 ", 15-1/2" dual clutch and flywheel components on many heavy-duty vehicles.
- By adjusting the three screws on the back plate, align the spline with the center of the clutch to achieving the disassembly of the clutch assembly.
- Enhanced Mobility. Equipped with 4 swivel casters, delivering smooth and precise movements. Easily transport the jack between vehicles or around your garage.
- Stability & Durability. Solid steel construction and coated with rust-resistant paint for long-lasting performance and exceptional strength.
- Includes 1-year limited manufacturer warranty.
SaleBestseller No. 2
AFF Truck Clutch Jack - 1/4 Ton (500 lb) Capacity - Heavy Duty
- CLUTCH JACK - AFF's 500 lb Truck Clutch Jack provides a highly efficient "one-man" operation tool that allows technicians to easily and safely remove, install, and transport heavy duty truck clutches
- WORK FROM ANY POSITION - 18" pump handle rotates 360 degrees, allowing the ability to work from any position and in confined spaces
- CONVENIENT HANDLING - Clutch assemblies can be done directly on the vertical shaft and then positioned easily under the truck; Once mounted, clutch quickly flips from vertical to horizontal position and turns 360 degrees for easy assembly
- INCLUDES - Two splined alignment shafts (2” OD x 1.18” and 1.75” OD x .938 pilot); 4 swivel casters for easy transportation across shop floor
- SPECS - 500 lb capacity, low height 13", high height 39", length 36.5", width 22", product weight 139 lb
Bestseller No. 3
OTC 5018A Low Clearance Truck Clutch and Flywheel Handler - Handles 14" and 15-1/2" Clutch Assemblies Weighing up to 250 Pounds
- OTC's Truck Clutch & Flywheel Handler features a unique linkage design that raises the load from horizontal to vertical as the pump is cycled - eliminating any lifting of the clutch by the operator
- Handles 14 inch and 15-1/2 inch clutch assemblies weighing up to 250 lbs; swivel casters provide easy maneuverability; includes a 2 inch splined shaft with a 1-1/4 inch pilot to aid in alignment
- Minimum height of 15 inches allows access below side faring; when raised, center line of clutch will be 38-1/4 inches off the floor
- Unit features an open stance, for ease of access to the work, and a 360 degree swivel head
- Overall footprint is 32-3/8 inches long by 24-1/2 inches wide
Bestseller No. 4
Profleet 2 Hinged 2 Inch Clutch Brake, 0.380" Thick for Freightlner, Kenwrth, Peterbuilt Heavy Duty Trucks, Replaces ABP N25BK313
- DIMENSIONS AND THICKNESS: Designed for a 2.0 inch (51 mm) transmission input shaft spline. Features a precise friction material thickness of 0.380 inches (9.65 mm) for correct engagement distance.
- QUICK-CHANGE INSTALLATION: Genuine two-piece hinged design that allows the clutch brake to be installed or replaced without costly transmission or input shaft disassembly, minimizing vehicle downtime.
- CROSS REFERENCES AND STYLE: Directly replaces ABP N25 BK313 and popular aftermarket parts like Haldx BK313, Eton 127200, Mertor M1881, and Automan 755.CB313.
- CRITICAL DRIVETRAIN FUNCTION: Essential friction component used to slow or completely stop the rotation of the transmission input shaft, ensuring smooth, non-clashing shifts into first and reverse gears.
- COMPATIBLE VEHICLES: Fits most heavy-duty trucks including Freightlner, Kenwrth, Peterbuilt, Vlvo, and Mak using Eton Fuller 9, 10, 13, and 18 speed manual transmissions with a 2-inch shaft.
Bestseller No. 5
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- Tool is constructed of lightweight fiberglass-reinforced nylon that won't hang up in clutch disc splines
- Rugged construction will easily support the weight of heavy clutch discs
- To use, loosely install clutch disc and pressure plate on flywheel then insert alignment tool through the clutch into the bearing, center disc, then tighten pressure plate to spec
- 1-3/4 inch O.D. shaft, 1 inch pilot, 10 splines; similar to Ford 308-D010 (D93T-7550-A)
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