114 Maintenance Brake Safety Information Note: The brake system is a critical vehicle safety system. For your safety and for those around you, follow the recommended preventive maintenance checks. If any problems occur, have them investigated immediately by an authorized service facility. DANGER Drain the air system tanks at the recommended intervals. If condensation accumulates, moisture can enter the brake system air valves, causing corrosion or clogging. The safety of the brake system could be compromised, leading to an accident causing severe personal injury or death.
DANGER Failure to properly maintain the brake system can result in compromised brake efficiency and may lead to loss of control of the vehicle resulting in severe personal injury or death. DANGER DO NOT inspect or adjust parts or components in the brake system without setting the parking brake, placing the transmission in neutral and securely chocking the wheels. If the vehicle is not secured to prevent uncontrolled vehicle movement, it could roll and cause severe personal injury or death. DANGER DO NOT use replacement parts anywhere in the brake system unless it conforms exactly to original specifications.
A nonconforming part in your vehicle’s brake system could cause a malfunction, leading to loss of control of the vehicle resulting in severe personal injury or death. CAUTION DO NOT use penetrating oil, brake fluid or wax-based oils in the air system. These fluids may cause severe damage to air system components. DANGER DO NOT release the parking brake or attempt to move the vehicle until brake air pressure in both circuits is at least 100 psi (690 kPa). Failure to follow this procedure may lead to uncontrolled vehicle movement and cause severe personal injury or death.