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NHTSA ID Number: 10169788
Manufacturer Communication Number: SIL 735
Summary
Altec discovered that during the installation of certain chipper body units on Ford
F750 chassis that the chassis brake system may have had brake fluid added that can be incompatible with the original equipment manufacturer type fluid. The addition of a different brake fluid should not affect the braking ability of the chassis. However, mixing two types of brake fluid together is not recommended by Ford.
Altec recommends that each affected unit have the brake fluid tested for contamination of two types of brake fluid. Customers can order Brake Fluid Analysis Kit, part number 990956561, to begin the analysis process. The customer will draw a brake fluid sample and ship the sample to a laboratory for the analysis in a prepaid envelope. The results of the analysis will be returned to Altec to be communicated to the customer for further action, if needed.
1 Affected Product
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| ALTEC | SERVICE BODY | 2018 |
October 31, 2019
Dear Altec Owner,
Altec Industries, Inc. has developed a product improvement which relates to certain Ford F750 chip dump bodies built from 2016 through 2018.
Refer to SIL 735 for items covered under the warranty policy. Altec will supply necessary parts to correct this condition.
In order to determine if your unit is affected by SIL 735, compare the serial number of your unit with the list of affected units as described on the SIL. The product improvement can be performed by the customer or you may contact Altec at 1-877-GO-ALTEC (1-877-462-5832) for further assistance.
At any time, you may contact Altec at 1-877 GO ALTEC (1-877-462-5832) with your unit’s serial number to determine if there are any other outstanding notices.
If you have sold or retired the unit please call Altec at 1-877-GO-ALTEC (1-877-462-5832) so the records may be changed.
We regret this inconvenience; however, we are taking this action in the interest of your safety and continued satisfaction with Altec products.
Thank you for your immediate attention on this important matter.
SIL 735
Service Information Letter
October 31, 2019
Units Affected: Certain Ford F750 Chassis used for Chipper Body Installation
(see attached list)
Brake Fluid Inspection
Altec is committed to providing our customers reliable products from initial delivery throughout the useful life of the machine.
Altec discovered that during the installation of the Altec components the chassis brake system may have had brake fluid added that can be incompatible with the original equipment manufacturer type fluid. The addition of a different brake fluid should not affect the braking ability of the chassis. However, mixing two types of brake fluid together is not recommended by Ford.
Altec recommends that each affected unit have the brake fluid tested for contamination of two types of brake fluid. Customers can order Brake Fluid Analysis Kit, part number 990956561, to begin the analysis process. The customer will draw a brake fluid sample and ship the sample to a laboratory for the analysis in a prepaid envelope. The results of the analysis will be returned to Altec to be communicated to the customer for further action, if needed.
This repair is covered under the Altec Warranty Policy and can be performed by Altec, the customer, or the customer’s warranty provider. Altec will perform the repair for free at an Altec facility. If the customer, or the customer’s warranty provider performs the repair, a warranty claim must be submitted to be reimbursed for the cost of the parts. There is no warranty reimbursement for the inspection labor. Call 1-877-GO ALTEC (1-877-462-5832) to schedule the work to be done by an Altec service technician. Customers are responsible for the travel costs of an Altec Mobile Service technician if the technician performs the inspection or repair at the owner’s location.
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- Provides an extra margin of safety in extreme braking conditions
- Mix of polyglycol ethers ensures hot brake-system operation will not create dangerous vapor
- Excellent for ABS, disc and drum brake systems
- Delivers braking power when needed by avoiding a spongy pedal
- Both wet and dry boiling points exceed the minimum government standards
- High compatibility. Use with or direct replacement for DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5. 1
- Extended Service Interval (ESI): Lasts 100 percent longer than DOT 3, 50 percent longer than DOT 4, and 10 percent longer than DOT 5. 1
- Exceeds all DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5. 1 standards
- Wet boiling point ~ 365 DegreeF/Viscosity at -40 DegreeC ~ 685mm2/s
- Standard brake fluid has a recommended change interval of 2 years. The recommended change interval for Bosch ESI6 is 3 years.
- The 336⁰F wet boil point and 521⁰F dry boil point exceeds common characteristics for DOT 4 brake fluids
- Provides corrosion protection in brake components
- Matches needs of all DOT 4 manufacturer recommendations
- Compatible with all DOT 3 and DOT 4 applications
- Helps provide protection against brake failure from vapor lock
- Helps prevent corrosion in brake system
- Works with all brake system requiring DOT 3 fluids
- Exceeds federal motor vehicle safety standard No. 116
- Meets SAE spec. J1703.
- Premium DOT 3 Brake Fluid has a minimum boiling point of 450°F
- Meets and exceeds DOT 3 and all other Federal and SAE specifications and standards for motor vehicle brake fluids
- Mixes with all DOT 3 approved brake fluids
- Designed for use in disc, drum and ABS brake systems
- Premium brake and hydraulic clutch fluid that protects internal components from corrosion under normal use
- High boiling point to minimize brake fluid boiling and vapor lock
- Excellent low temperature capability and stability when used where lower cold viscosities are required
- Excellent low temperature capability and stability when used where lower cold viscosities are required
- Synthetic quality brake fluid
- Contains special ingredients to guard against vapor lock and moisture absorption
- Exceeds requirements for both DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids
- Specially formulated for DOT 4 brake fluid applications
- Designed for use in disc, drum and ABS brake systems
- Maintains proper movement for safe, effective stopping performance
- Helps deliver a quieter braking system
- Produces smoother pedal travel
- Provides longer brake life and performance
- Install Wagner with total confidence
- An exclusive European formula with an exceptionally high boiling point and superior anti-vapor lock characteristics
- Superior braking during arduous conditions like racing and rallying
- Typical wet boiling point is 270deg. C
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