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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- 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
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- 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.
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BIG RED 300 lbs Truck Clutch and Flywheel Handler Lifting Ranging 11"-37"
- Capacity can up to 300 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.
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