TP-0586

Issued 09-05

Service Instructions for

Meritor WABCO Components
That Are Submerged in
Contaminated Flood Water as a
Technical Bulletin Issued
1TP-0586
Technical
09-05
Result of the Recent Hurricanes
Bulletin

Important Information Recommended Service Procedures

Meritor WABCO components that are submerged in contaminated for Meritor WABCO Components
flood water as a result of the recent hurricanes may have sustained Submerged in Contaminated
damage that includes, but is not limited to, rust and corrosion.
Flood Water
To help prevent possible product issues from occurring in the future,
Meritor WABCO advises that you perform the following service Hazard Alert Messages
procedures before you return a vehicle with submerged components Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert
to service. None of the following actions are warrantable. messages contained in the publication for the component you
will service before you perform procedures to prevent serious
WARNING personal injury and damage to components.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are Inspect Components
cautioning the public about the potential hazards associated
1. Replace all valves.
with flood waters, due to elevated levels of contamination and
other hazardous substances. For the complete EPA guidelines 2. Inspect air reservoirs and air lines for water and contaminant
concerning flood water safety issues, visit the EPA website at damage that includes, but is not limited to, rust and corrosion.
www.epa.gov. Ensure that you have removed all contaminants.
3. Replace the air dryer. Inspection is not possible.
Before You Service a Component
4. Replace electronic systems, including controllers, solenoids,
Call ArvinMeritor’s Customer Service Center at 800-535-5560 modulators and speed sensors.
to obtain the correct service publication. You can also access
publications in the Tech Library on ArvinMeritor’s website at
www.arvinmeritor.com.

Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems Information contained in this publication was in effect at the time the publication was approved for printing and is subject to
2135 West Maple Road change without notice or liability. Meritor WABCO reserves the right to revise the information presented or to discontinue the
Troy, MI 48084-7121 USA production of parts described at any time.
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