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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Attaching and Detaching a Trailer

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CAUTION If there is a damage/flexion on 5th wheel locking lever and the safety lever, visit the workshop and do not attempt to attach a semi-trailer; a secure connection might not be established. Check all parts for wear/corrosion/ damage. 5. Wheel (Platform) - Trailer Connection (for 5th wheels of JOST brand)

Figure-11 6- Make sure that the locking jaw is fully open for attaching/detaching the semi trailer pin and the locking lever can be slid inside. (see Figure 11)

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Figure-13 Note: Figure 13 shows the unlock position for the locking lever. At this point, the adjustment plate is away from 5th wheel body and the safety lever is down. Figure 14 shows the closed position of the lock. At this point, the adjustment plate is contacts 5th wheel body and the safety lever is up.

1- Block the wheels of the semi-trailer. 2-Pull the platform lock lever, this shall open the seat for semi-trailer pin.

Figure-12 7- Drive the truck away from the semi trailer slowly and straightly. (see Figure 12). 8- Complete the procedure for detaching the semi-trailer as per the instructions of the vehicle manufacturer. Note: Once the 5th wheel lock has been unlocked, the locking lever is ready to be slid inside again automatically (the unlocking lever can be slid inside). (see

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