TM 9-2330-251-14&P
1-7, LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS (Con't).
Description
Component
Key
Transfers mechanical braking force from the towing vehicle to
Brake Actuator
11
the master cylinder.
(M416A1)
Converts mechanical motion of the brake actuator to hydraulic
Master Cylinder
12
pressure.
(M416A1)
Applies mechanical pressure to the brakeshoes. Brakeshoes ap-
Handbrake Lever
13
ply pressure to the brakedrums, preventing movement of the
trailer while parked.
Convert hydraulic pressure to mechanical motion, activating the
Wheel Cylinders
14
service brakes.
(M416A1)
Apply pressure to the brakedrums, slowing and stopping the
Brakeshoes
15
trailer.
Transfer hydraulic pressure from the master cylinder to the
Hydraulic Brake
16
wheel cylinders.
Lines (M416A1)
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