Dana Spicer

Trailer Axles
ABIB-0609
Information Bulletin
Bulletin Type: Information
Topic: TIMS Product Updates

Affected Models: TIMS equipped axles

• TIMS ECU integrated with TABS6 ECU
– Same benefits as stand-alone TIMS: Reduced tire wear & failure, improved fuel economy and
productivity
– Less components, fewer connections and reduced wiring for simplified installation and service
– PLC based communications (no 6-pin diagnostic connector needed)
• Pneumatic Control Unit (PCU)
– Molded body with integral solenoid connector
– Push to connect fittings for simplified installation and service
– Uses new bracket
• Wire Harness
– Over-molds provide increased environmental protection to key electrical connections
• Tire hose assembly and guard
– Tee guard protects connection at hubcap
– Improved abrasion resistance
– Check valve located at tire stem to prevent tire leak down due to a damaged tire hose
• Dana Diagnostic Tool (DDT)
– User friendly PC Based diagnostics & troubleshooting application
– Also allows user to set or change tire pressure target
– Requires RP1210A compatible interface box
– Can be downloaded from Roadranger Website

For spec’ing or service assistance, call 1-800-826-HELP (4357) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,
(Mexico: 8-332-1515). Or visit our web site at: http://www.roadranger.com
Dana Corporation
ABIB-0609 Copyright Dana Corporation, 2006 Heavy Vehicle Technologies and Systems Service
September 2006 All Rights Reserved. P.O. Box 4097
Printed in U.S.A. www.dana.com/heavytruck Kalamazoo, MI 49003
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