How to Reset Breakaway Lever on Titan Model 6 Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator T4079200

Question:

How do you reset the break away lever on a Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - 2-5/16inch Ball - Bolt On

asked by: JAMES Z

Expert Reply:

On a Titan model 6 actuator like # T4079200 the breakaway reset procedures is as follows:

When the break-away lever is engaged, it is in the vertical position. It must be reset before the trailer is moved.

First, carefully loosen the pressure line fitting to the master cylinder to relieve hydraulic pressure. Then remove the four bolts that secure the master cylinder assembly to the outer case.

The flat front tab of the “U” shaped break-away spring can then be placed in the top notch of the break-away lever. Then position the back tab of the break-away spring on the top of the master cylinder mounting bracket as you line up the master cylinder assembly bolt holes.

Tighten the bolts and check the break-away lever position – it should be at about a forty five degree angle. Tighten the brake line fitting and re-bleed the brakes as necessary.

expert reply by: Adam R