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3. Operation Maintenance and Care of Air Suspension Systems

Time:2025-08-07   Edit:Admin    Views:139

General Guidance

If a vehicle equipped with an air suspension system experiences an unexpected failure during travel—such as leakage in the control pneumatic circuit or malfunctioning valves—and on-site repair isn’t possible:

If the air springs are underinflated, first check and ensure the rubber portions of the air springs are smooth and not bearing any undue stress.

Drive the vehicle away from the fault location at a speed under 30 km/h (maximum allowed distance is 50 km). If reaching a repair facility isn’t feasible, contact a maintenance station. zonxin.cn

Notes:

Increase maintenance frequency when operating under harsh conditions.

During any welding work, protect the leaf springs, air springs, and rubber hoses from sparks and welding slag.

Never connect the welding machine’s neutral line to the brake drum, hub, or rim to avoid bearing damage.

Welding on the guide leaf spring is strictly prohibited.

3.1 Air Suspension System Maintenance and Servicing
No.ComponentInspection ItemsInitial Load CheckMonthlyQuarterlyHalf-Yearly
1All air suspension system componentsVisual inspection for damage and wear.


2Air springs & pistons1. Clean after driving in harsh conditions (e.g., asphalt in summer, muddy roads).
2. Check for surface cracks, wrinkles, foreign objects; replace if damaged.
3. Ensure bolts are tightened.
4. Maintain pressure ≥ 0.6 MPa.




3Pneumatic control system1. Keep air filter clean and intact.
2. Check airtightness of valves and pipe fittings.
3. Inspect valve fasteners for damage and tightness.




4Shock absorbers1. Check upper and lower mountings; tighten per torque spec.
2. Replace if leaking.



5Axle & guide leaf spring assembly1. Check U-bolt tightness; retighten per sequence (see Fig. 17).
2. Inspect spring seat and clamp plate for welding cracks.



6Guide leaf spring bracket, leaf springs, connectors1. Check rubber bushings: move trailer or pry near bolts to test.
2. Inspect wear plates; replace if damaged.
3. Tighten self-locking nuts per torque spec.



7Limit steel cablesInspect cables and accessories; replace if damaged.


8Air reservoirs1. Check bottom drain valve; replace if clogged.
2. Inspect biweekly in frosty/humid weather.


9Air suspension system height setting (H)1. Periodically verify H matches factory setting.
2. Refer to controller instructions for adjustment.
3. Trailer manufacturers must document H value in user manual.




10Height control valve maintenance1. Remove obstructions around valve.
2. Maintain air supply; avoid using grease.
3. Drain air tanks regularly; use air dryer in cold climates.




11Pressure relief valve maintenance1. Drain reservoir regularly.
2. Check valve during brake inspection.
3. Valve opens at 0.65 MPa, closes ≥ 0.53 MPa; replace if malfunctioning.




Symbol: ★ = Maintenance Required


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