Troubleshooting
Difficult to Uncouple from Trailer (continued):
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The release handle will not stay out or must
be held out when unlocking.
Missing or damaged release system parts.
Casting bent/damaged at throat area,
restricting movement.
Bent kingpin, damaged upper coupler,
or improper use of "lube plate" may be
interfering with lock movement.
Excessive Movement between Fifth Wheel and Kingpin:
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Fifth wheel lock requires adjustment.
Fifth wheel cannot be adjusted further.
Kingpin is loose.
Kingpin is worn.
Lock Pins Raising:
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Kingpin too short or improperly installed
"lube plates."
Locks are too tight around kingpin.
Kingpin is worn.
Kingpin/Locks not lubricated
well enough.
Lock pins not lubricated well enough.
If issues persist:
Hard Steering or Binding:
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Lack of lubrication on fifth wheel
top surface.
Warped trailer upper coupler plate.
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Replace the cam and release handle spring using the
appropriate service kits.
The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt using the appropriate service kit.
The entire fifth wheel top plate MUST be replaced.
Check the kingpin and upper coupler plate as detailed
in Holland Service Bulletin XL-SB020. Repair/replace as
required. Remove any improperly installed or improperly
specified lube plates. Refer to Holland Service Bulletin
XL-SB004-01 for lube plate warnings.
Follow the procedures contained in Section 14.
The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt using the appropriate service kit.
Repair trailer.
Check kingpin for acceptable wear with Holland TF-0110.
Replace kingpin, if necessary.
Check the kingpin and upper coupler plate as detailed in
Holland Service Bulletin XL-SB020. Repair/replace as required.
Remove any improperly installed or improperly specified
lube plates. Refer to Holland Service Bulletin XL-SB004-01
for lube plate warnings. Check if there is evidence on bottom
of locks of kingpin making contact and "lifting" the locks.
Check lock adjustment in accordance with the procedure
in Section 14.
Check kingpin for acceptable wear with the Holland part
TF-0110. Replace the kingpin if necessary.
Re-lubricate in accordance with the procedures in
Section 12.
Lubricate lock pins with Never-Seez
Order grease-able lock pin repair kit with retaining rings
and shims, RK-07292-82.
Lubricate top of fifth wheel plate using a high pressure,
lithium-based grease. Follow recommended lubrication
schedule as described in Section 12.
Check upper coupler plate for flatness and replace, if
necessary. Refer to Holland Service Bulletin XL-SB020.
XL-FW10009UM-en-US Rev B · 2012-06-05 · Amendments and errors reserved. © SAF-HOLLAND, Inc.
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