Bellcrank Advisory Circular

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Date:4/20/2015

RE:SS100

SERVICE DOCUMENT

1. PURPOSE. This advisory circular recommends checking the bell crank assembly on all Freightliner Chassis equipped motor homes that have exceeded 10,000 miles. Freightliner/Magnum chassis affected are XC and XCS chassis with a I beam front axle. Chassis that should be inspected were produced from the year 1993 to 2012 with a 2 piece drag link. The bell crank affected has a 3 bolt mounting pattern
2. MAKE/MODELS/YEAR AFFECTED.

RV/CHASSIS/MAKE	COACH/CHASSIS/MODEL	YEAR/NOTES
Airstream	Land Yacht	All
	Sky Deck	All

Alpha Leisure	See Ya	2002-2008

Coachman	Cross Country	2008-2012/3 bolt only
	Pathfinder	2008-2012/3 bolt only
	Sport Coach	2008-2011/3 bolt only

Damon	Astoria	2005-2012/3 bolt only
	Escaper	2002-2005
	EscaperLX400	2005
	Essence	All
	Tuscany	2002-2012/ 3 bolt only
	Ultra Sport	2002-2005
Entegra	Aspire 40/42	2009-2012/3 bolt only
	Insignia	2009-2012/3 bolt only

Fleetwood	Bounder	2002-2010
	Discovery	2002-2010
	Excursion	2003-2012/3 bolt only
	Expedition	2002-2010
	Revolution	2002-2005

Forest River	Charleston	2007-2010
	Berkshire	2007-2010
	Reflection	2002-2004

Georgie Boy	Bellagio	2003-2005
	Cruise Air (XL)	2002-2005

Gulfstream	Atrium	2003-2006
	Caribbean	2009
	Crescendo	2004-2010
	Friendship (G)	2002-2007
	Independence	2002
	Scenic Cruiser	2002-2006
	Tour Master	2006-2008
	Yellowstone	2002-2012/3 bolt only

Itasca	Ellipse	2008-2010
	Horizon	2004-2005
	Latitude	2005-2010
	Meriden	2002-2013/3 bolt only

Jayco	Insight	2009-2012/3 bolt only

King of the Road	Genesis	2004

Mandalay Coach	Presidio	2006-2009
	Valencia	2006-2007

National RV	Pacifica	2007-2008
	Tropi-Cal	2002-2008

Newmar	Dutch Star	2002
	Kountry Star	2002-2005
	Northern Star	2004-2005
	Ventana	2006
Sport Coach	Cross Country (SE)	2002-2008
	Elite	2002-2006
	Encore	2006-2007
	Pathfinder	2008
	Sport Coach	2002-2005

Thor	Astoria	2005-2012/3 bolt only
	Tuscany	2005-2012/3 bolt only

Tiffen	Allegro Bus	1998
	Allegro Bus	2002-2006
	Phaeton	2002-2009

Triple E	Embassy	2004-2006
	Empress	2001-2005
	Invitation	2007-2010
	Signature	2002-2010

Winnebago	Destination	2008-2010
	Journey	2002-2010
	Tour	2006-2010
	Vectra	2004

BACKGROUND. The original equipment bellcrank idler assembly has been observed to seize and/or becomes loose, causing reduced steering control (play) in the steering wheel. This does not create a safety hazard but will produce steering play, poor return to center, or wander in the steering system.
RECOMMENDED ACTION. When play in the steering is discovered the following procedure are suggested to check the bell crank idler assembly.
1. Inspection of outer case for damage
2. Detach the bellcrank arm (do not check if a 4 bolt assembly)
3. Check shaft for side to side movement and stiffness
REPLACEMENT OPTIONS
1. Re-install the OEM bell crank arm if shaft turns freely and shows no side to side movement.
2. Replace with a SS-100 part bell crank or new OEM bell crank part if the shaft has seized and or side play in the shaft is observed. It is recommended, for ease of inspection, to use a SS-100P Bell Crank Puller for removing the OEM Bell Crank arm. This part will be supplied to first time dealers for an additional $20.00 on your initial order of an SS-100 Bell Crank idler. It should be noted this is a Super Steer Advisory notice.
Information to obtain and install an SS-100 SuperSteer Bell Crank
1. SuperSteer customer service line is 1-888-898-3281. Operating hours are Monday thru Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm Pacific.
2. Website: http://www.supersteerparts.com
3. Removal/Installation video can be viewed at: http://www.supersteerparts.com/education/product-installs/class-a-installs/

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