Date:4/20/2015

RE:SS100

SERVICE DOCUMENT

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  A. PURPOSE. This advisory circular recommends checking the bell crank assembly on all Freightliner Chassis equipped motor homes that have exceeded 10,000 miles. Freightliner/Magnum chassis affected are XC and XCS chassis with a I beam front axle. Chassis that should be inspected were produced from the year 1993 to 2012 with a 2 piece drag link. The bell crank affected has a 3 bolt mounting pattern

  B. MAKE/MODELS/YEAR AFFECTED.

1. BACKGROUND. The original equipment bellcrank idler assembly has been observed to seize and/or becomes loose, causing reduced steering control (play) in the steering wheel. This does not create a safety hazard but will produce steering play, poor return to center, or wander in the steering system.

  2. RECOMMENDED ACTION. When play in the steering is discovered the following procedure are suggested to check the bell crank idler assembly.

• Inspection of outer case for damage
• Detach the bellcrank arm (do not check if a 4 bolt assembly)
• Check shaft for side to side movement and stiffness

  3. REPLACEMENT OPTIONS

Re-install the OEM bell crank arm if shaft turns freely and shows no side to side movement.

Replace with a SS-100 part bell crank or new OEM bell crank part if the shaft has seized and or side play in the shaft is observed. It is recommended, for ease of inspection, to use a SS-100P Bell Crank Puller for removing the OEM Bell Crank arm. This part will be supplied to first time dealers for an additional $20.00 on your initial order of an SS-100 Bell Crank idler. It should be noted this is a Super Steer Advisory notice.

  4. Information to obtain and install an SS-100 SuperSteer Bell Crank

• SuperSteer customer service line is 1-888-898-3281. Operating hours are Monday thru Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm Pacific.
• Website: http://www.supersteerparts.com
• Removal/Installation video can be viewed at: http://www.supersteerparts.com/education/product-installs/class-a-installs/