IH 8100 brakes

Discussion in 'International Forum' started by treemover, Jan 13, 2013.

  1. treemover

    treemover Bobtail Member

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    Trying to located the brake switch(switch that sends signal for brake lights), looked all over foot pedal valve, have the dash apart and cant see any where it would be. Any advise would be appreciated
     
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  3. Heavyd

    Heavyd Road Train Member

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    My books are lacking in detail, memory a bit fuzzy. Air brakes, try the outside firewall on the drivers side, switch may be mounted to the tractor protection valve. Hydraulic brakes, the switch is trigged from the brake pedal arm.
     
  4. dibstr

    dibstr Road Train Member

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    Look on or around the bottom 1/2 to 1/3 of the steering column, it should be either on a block on or next to the column. Should be located with the low air pressure switch, the cruise cut off switch and possibly other air switches. It looks kind of like an old style oil pressure sending unit. Btw all the aforementioned switches can look alike.
     
  5. treemover

    treemover Bobtail Member

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    it should be easy to find but i am having a hell a time. I have the new switch, so i have an idea what i am looking for...maybe! I havelooked every where, I will look closer, I am 99% sure its in the cab.
     
  6. dibstr

    dibstr Road Train Member

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    They can be a trick to find sometimes and a trick to change (Large hands, small space). Usually when they go out they are leaking air which helps locate them.

    Best regards
     
  7. treemover

    treemover Bobtail Member

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    not leaking, no brake lights
     
  8. treemover

    treemover Bobtail Member

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    update.....found switch, locates on back of cab on the inside by the trailer valve
     
    Heavyd Thanks this.
  9. Heavyd

    Heavyd Road Train Member

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    What year is this?
     
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