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Automatic Level Control System Leak Test

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Automatic Level Control System Leak Test

Step Action Yes No
1 Did you review the Automatic Level Control System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? Go to Step 2  Go to Symptoms - Automatic Level Control 
2
  1. Disconnect the air tube from the air dryer.
  2. Connect the air tube to the J 22124-B  Pressure Gage on the side opposite the toggle valve. See Special Tools .
  3. Close the toggle valve.
  4. Apply service air pressure to J 22124-B  service valve until the gage reads 550 kPa (80 psi). See Special Tools .
  5. Monitor the J 22124-B  gage pressure for 1 minute. See Special Tools .
Does the system maintain pressure?
System OK Go to Step 3 
3 Inspect the shock absorber air sleeves for air leakage using soapy water.
Did you find an air leak?
Go to Step 5  Go to Step 4 
4 Inspect the air tubes and connections for air leakage using soapy water.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  -
5 Replace the shock absorbers. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6  -
6 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2