Holland FWS1 Series User manual

XL-FW10054UM-en-US Rev C
Owner’s Manual
FWS1 and FWS2 Series Fifth Wheels
Operation, Maintenance and
Troubleshooting Procedures
FWS1 Assembly Series
XA-S1 Top Plate Series
FWS2 Assembly Series
XA-S2 Top Plate Series

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Contents
Content Page
Introduction..............................................1
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings ..................1
Section 1 – Model Identification................2
Section 2 – General Safety Instructions .....3
Section 3 – Fifth Wheel Intended Use ........4
Section 4 – Fifth Wheel NON-Intended Use...4
Section 5 – Coupling Preparation ..............4
Section 6 – Coupling Procedures ...............5
Section 7 – Uncoupling Procedures ...........7
Section 8 – Positioning Sliding Fifth Wheels....8
Content Page
Section 9 – Fifth Wheel Maintenance ........9
Section 10 – Top Plate Removal...............10
Section 11 – Fifth Wheel Lubrication .......10
Section 12 – Slide Base Lubrication.........12
Section 13 – Fifth Wheel Adjustment .......13
Section 14 – Pocket Insert Inspection ......15
Section 15 – Top Plate Installation ..........16
Section 16 – Troubleshooting ..................17
Section 17 – Rebuild and Replacement Kits..19
Introduction
This manual provides the information necessary
for the proper operation and maintenance of
HOLLAND®FWS1 and FWS2 series fifth wheels.
NOTE: For HOLLAND replacement
components contact SAF-HOLLAND
Customer Service: 888-396-6501.
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
You must read and understand all of the
procedures presented in this manual
before operating or starting work on any
HOLLAND FWS1 or FWS2 series fifth wheel.
IMPORTANT: Keep this manual in
a safe location for
future reference.
Proper tools must be used to perform the
maintenance and repair procedures described
in this manual.
NOTE: In the United States, workshop
safety requirements are defined by
federal and/or state Occupational
Safety and Health Acts. Equivalent
laws may exist in other countries.
This manual is written based
on the assumption that OSHA
or other applicable employee
safety regulations are followed
by the location where the work
is performed.
Throughout this manual, you will notice the
terms, “NOTE,” “IMPORTANT,” “CAUTION,”
and “WARNING” followed by product
information. So that you may better understand
the manual, those terms are defined as follows:
NOTE: Includes additional information
to enable accurate and easy
performance of procedures.
IMPORTANT: Includes additional
information that if
not followed could
lead to hindered
product performance.
Used without the safety
alert symbol, indicates
a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, may result in
property damage.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

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Model Identification
Figure 1
1. Model Identification
Fifth wheel serial tags are located on the
left side of the fifth wheel top plate above
the fifth wheel bracket pin, or on the pickup
ramps as shown (Figure 1).
The part number and serial number are
listed on the tag as shown (Figure 2).
Figure 2
SCAN QR CODE FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION
Model No. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Serial No. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
U.S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS APPLY Ph: [phone] or 52.1.55.5456.8641
CONSULT PRODUCT INFORMATION AT
LITKITS.SAFHOLLAND.COM PRIOR TO USING
THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL,
MADE IN XXXXX
MAINTAIN & OPERATE THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN TRACTOR
TRAILER SEPARATION CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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General Safety Instructions
2. General Safety Instructions
Read and observe all Warning and Caution
hazard alert messages in this publication.
They provide information that can help
prevent serious personal injury, damage to
components, or both.
All fifth wheel installation and maintenance
must be performed by a trained technician
using proper tools and safe procedures.
IMPORTANT: Prior to operation of the
fifth wheel you must be
thoroughly satisfied that
the fifth wheel has been
appropriately installed
on the vehicle.
Failure to properly install
the fifth wheel may result
in tractor trailer separation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Refer to SAF-HOLLAND Installation Manual
XL-FW10008BM-en-US (available on the
Internet at www.safholland.us) for proper
installation procedures.
Failure to follow all the
operating procedures
contained in these instructions
may result in a hazardous
condition which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
These instructions apply to the proper
operation of your fifth wheel only. There
are other important checks, inspections, and
procedures listed in the Owner’s Manuals
for your tractor and trailer that are necessary,
prudent, and/or required by law.
Only SAF-HOLLAND Original Parts should
be used.
A list of SAF-HOLLAND technical support
locations to supply SAF-HOLLAND Original
Parts can be found on the Internet at
www.safholland.us or contact our customer
service group at 888-396-6501.
Updates to this manual will be published as
necessary on the Internet at www.safholland.us.

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Operation Instructions
3. Fifth Wheel Intended Use
1. For pulling trailers with standard SAE
kingpins which are in good condition
and securely mounted or locked in
position in the trailer.
2. To transport loads that are within the
maximum fifth wheel rated capacities:
FWS1-50,000 lbs.
FWS2-55,000 lbs.
Maximum Vertical Load
150,000 lbs. Maximum Drawbar Pull.
3. In on-road applications.
IMPORTANT: SAF-HOLLAND definition
of off-road refers to
terrain on which a
tractor-trailer operates
which is unpaved and
rough, or ungraded. Any
terrain not considered
part of the public
highway system falls
under this heading.
4. As recommended in SAF-HOLLAND
literature available on the internet at
www.safholland.us.
4. Fifth Wheel
NON-Intended Use
1. Use with non-SAE kingpins, such as
kingpins which are bent, improper size
or dimensions, not secured to maintain
SAE configuration, or which are installed
in warped trailer bolster plates, or upper
coupler and fifth wheel lube plates
that do not maintain the SAE kingpin
dimensions. Refer to SAF-HOLLAND
Service Bulletin XL-SB004-01(available
on the Internet at www.safholland.us)
for more information on fifth wheel
lube plates.
Failure to couple with a
proper kingpin may result
in improper coupling,
allowing tractor and trailer
separation, which if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
2. Tow-away operations which damage or
interfere with the proper operation of
the fifth wheel.
3. The attachment of lifting devices.
4. The transport of loads in excess of rated
capacity.
5. In off-road applications.
6. Applications other than recommended
in SAF-HOLLAND literature available on
the Internet at www.safholland.us.
5. Coupling Preparation
1. Prior to coupling you must inspect the
fifth wheel and mounting.
Tighten loose fasteners.
Replace missing fasteners.
Repair/replace missing, cracked or
otherwise damaged components.
Clean grease grooves if a large
amount of debris is present.
Lubricate fifth wheel-to-trailer contact
surfaces if needed.
Inspect fifth wheel mechanism.
Lubricate dry or rusty components.
If you have a sliding fifth wheel, make
sure both plungers are fully engaged.
Inspect air line connections.
Make sure fifth wheel is in
appropriate position for weight
distribution on the tractor. For
proper positioning of the fifth wheel
refer to SAF-HOLLAND publication
XL-FW10008BM-en-US available on
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Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Operation Instructions
2. Make sure coupling area is flat, level
and clear of persons and obstacles.
3. Tilt ramps of fifth wheel downward
(Figure 3).
4. Make sure lock is open (Figure 4).
If lock is closed lift release handle up,
pull all the way out, and up again to
hook on casting (Figure 5). If air
release equipped, set tractor brakes
and actuate fifth wheel control valve to
open lock.
6. Coupling Procedures
1. Position the tractor so that the center of
the fifth wheel is aligned with kingpin
and back up straight (Figure 6).
TRAILER (TOP)
LOCKS ARE OPEN LOCKS ARE CLOSED
TILT DOWNWARD
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Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 9
Operation Instructions
RELEASE HANDLE
RETRACTED
SAFETY INDICATOR
IN DOWN POSITION
NO GAP!
KINGPIN ENGAGED
IN JAW WITH
JAW SECURED BY
CLOSED LOCK
LOCK JAW
KINGPIN
2. Back tractor close to the trailer and
STOP before making contact with trailer
(Figure 7).
3. Chock trailer wheels.
4. Connect brake lines and light cord.
5. Support slack in lines to prevent
interference.
6. Set trailer brakes.
7. Adjust trailer height so fifth wheel will
lift trailer. Trailer should contact fifth
wheel 4"-6" behind the center of fifth
wheel (Figure 8).
NOTE: Follow instructions published
by manufacturer for proper
operation of landing gear.
Failure to couple with the
trailer at the proper height
may result in improper
coupling, allowing tractor
and trailer separation, which
if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
8. Slowly back into trailer, engaging
kingpin in fifth wheel.
9. Perform a pull test as an INITIAL CHECK
by locking trailer brakes and pulling
forward with tractor to make sure
tractor trailer separation does not
occur (Figure 9).
10. Get out of tractor and visually inspect
the following to be sure lock is closed
and tractor and trailer are properly
coupled (Figure 10).
a. Release handle fully retracted with
safety indicator in down position
above release handle.
b. No gap is permissible between trailer
bolster plate and fifth wheel.
c. Lock securely closed behind jaw.
LOCK TRAILER BRAKES AND PULL
FORWARD WITH TRAILER
BACK IN
AND STOP!
FIFTH WHEEL
TILTED DOWN
FIFTH WHEEL
MUST LIFT
TRAILER
4"-6"
CORRECT INCORRECT
FIFTH WHEEL
WILL NOT
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Operation Instructions
11. If you do not achieve a proper couple,
repeat the coupling procedure.
Failure to properly couple
the tractor and trailer may
result in tractor trailer
separation while in use
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any fifth
wheel that fails to
operate properly.
Failure to repair a
malfunctioning fifth
wheel before use may
result in a tractor trailer
separation which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
12. Fully retract the landing gear legs
off the ground and secure the crank
handle (Figure 11).
NOTE: Follow instructions published by
landing gear manufacturer for
proper operation of landing gear.
13. Verify brake lines and light cords
are connected.
14. Remove wheel chocks, continue with
pre-trip inspection.
7. Uncoupling Procedures
1. Position tractor and trailer on firm, level
ground clear of obstacles and persons.
2. Set trailer brakes.
3. Slowly back tractor tightly against
trailer to relieve pressure on the fifth
wheel locks.
4. Set tractor brakes.
5. Chock trailer wheels.
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Figure 14
Figure 13
Operation Instructions
6. Lower landing gear until pads just
touch the ground (Figure 12).
NOTE: Follow instructions published
by manufacturer for proper
operation of landing gear and
ability to transfer trailer weight
off fifth wheel. DO NOT raise
trailer off the fifth wheel.
7. Disconnect brake lines and light cord.
8. Lift release handle up, pull all the way
out, and up again to hook on casting
(Figure 13). If air release equipped,
actuate fifth wheel control valve to
open locks.
9. Release tractor brakes and slowly drive
away from trailer.
8. Positioning Sliding
Fifth Wheels
NEVER reposition a sliding fifth
wheel while the tractor-trailer
is in motion or on public
roads. Failure to avoid could
cause loss of vehicle control
or tractor-trailer separation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
1. Position tractor and trailer in a straight
line on level ground.
2. Lock trailer brakes.
Failure to stop and properly
lock the trailer brakes may
cause uncontrolled sliding
of fifth wheel which, if
not avoided, may result
in component damage to
tractor or trailer.
3. Release slide locking plungers by moving
cab switch to unlock position (Figure
14). (If manual slide release equipped,
pull release lever.) If plungers do not
come out, lower the landing gear to
relieve pressure on the fifth wheel. This
will allow fifth wheel to slide easier.
LOWER LANDING GEAR
AIR OPERATED
MOVE CAB SWITCH TO
UNLOCK POSITION
NOTE: Cab switch style may differ by
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Figure 15
Maintenance Procedures
4. Slowly drive the tractor forward or
backward to position fifth wheel and
stop tractor at desired position.
5. Re-engage slide locking plungers by
moving cab switch to the lock position
(Figure 15). (If manual slide release
equipped, trip release arm to allow
plungers to retract.)
6. Retract landing gear legs if lowered.
NOTE: Follow instructions published by
landing gear manufacturer for
proper operation of landing gear.
7. Verify that slide locking plungers have
been re-engaged by performing a
pull test. Lock trailer brakes and pull
forward with tractor to make sure fifth
wheel does not slide (Figure 16).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate the vehicle
if the plungers are not
fully engaged (locked).
Failure to properly engage
plungers and slide base
may cause loss of vehicle
control which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
9. Fifth Wheel Maintenance
IMPORTANT: All maintenance must be
performed by a trained
technician using proper
tools and safe procedures.
IMPORTANT: All maintenance must
be performed while the
tractor is uncoupled
from the trailer.
Failure to properly maintain
your fifth wheel could result
in tractor trailer separation
which, if not avoided, may
result in death or serious injury.
AIR OPERATED
MOVE CAB SWITCH
TO LOCK POSITION
LOCK TRAILER BRAKES
AND PULL FORWARD
WITH TRAILER
1. For steps required for fifth wheel
maintenance, refer to Step 1 of Section 5
and all steps in Sections 10 through 15.
NOTE: Removal of the fifth wheel top plate
is not required for maintenance
but may be required when
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Figure 17
Maintenance Procedures
10. Top Plate Removal
IMPORTANT: Fifth wheel assembly has
replaceable pocket inserts
installed between the
fifth wheel top plate and
mounting base. Take care
when removing fifth wheel
top plate not to lose
pocket inserts.
Failure to prevent pocket
inserts from falling out of
the top plate could cause
a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
1. Remove bracket pin retention nuts and
bolts from both sides of fifth wheel top
plate (Figure 17).
2. Using a pry bar, pull bracket pins out of
fifth wheel top plate (Figure 17).
3. Using a lifting device capable of lifting
500 lbs., remove the top plate from the
mounting base. Place fifth wheel on a
flat, clean working area.
NOTE: Follow instructions published by
lifting device manufacturer for
proper operation of lifting device.
11. Fifth Wheel Lubrication
IMPORTANT: Fifth wheel lubrication
is necessary to get the
maximum service life
from your FWS1 or FWS2
fifth wheel. Perform the
following procedures at
the intervals shown.
Lubricate locking mechanism every
three (3) months or 30,000 miles.
Thoroughly clean the locking mechanism
every six (6) months or 60,000 miles.
RETENTION NUT
RETENTION BOLT
TOP
PLATE
BRACKET PIN

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Figure 20
Figure 19
Figure 18
Maintenance Procedures
GREASE THE TRAILER CONTACT SURFACE
IMPORTANT: If your fifth wheel
operates in snowy or
icy winter conditions,
lubrication should be
performed every spring
in addition to routine
lubrication (as noted
above), to ensure
optimum operation.
11.A Proper Lubrication Method
1. Remove old grease and debris from all
fifth wheel-to-trailer contact surfaces.
Apply new water-resistant lithium-based
grease to all fifth wheel-to-trailer contact
surfaces (Figures 18 and 19).
2. Using water-resistant lithium-based
grease, lubricate jaw where contact is
made with kingpin. Also lubricate where
lock contacts casting (Figure 19).
3. Using a light oil, lubricate release
handle pivot (Figure 19).
If fifth wheel is air release equipped, follow
Steps 4-8 for lubrication of the air cylinder.
4. Activate air cylinder control to extend
piston and shaft to its full travel
(Figure 20).
5. Clean exposed piston shaft with penetrating
oil and a clean shop towel. Do not use
any abrasives on the exposed shaft as
they could damage the piston shaft.
6. De-activate the air cylinder.
7. Remove supply air line and add 2-4
drops of air tool oil to cylinder through
the supply fitting. Reinstall supply air
line (Figure 21).
8. Activate and de-activate air cylinder 2-3
times to work air tool oil into cylinder
and onto piston and verify proper operation.
JAW LOCK
RELEASE HANDLE
PISTON SHAFT
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11.B As-Needed Lubrication
Maintain lubrication on fifth
wheel-to-trailer contact surfaces.
Use a water-resistant lithium-based
grease. Clean grease grooves if a
large amount of debris is present.
Clean and lubricate locking mechanism
if operational difficulties arise during
the service life of your fifth wheel
(i.e. problems with coupling, uncoupling,
or pulling the release handle).
12. Slide Base Lubrication
NOTE: Slide base should be moved fore
and aft at least once a year to
maintain optimum performance.
IMPORTANT: If equipped with air
release, lubricate air
cylinder every three (3)
months or 30,000 miles.
1. With the piston shaft in the exposed
position, clean with penetrating oil
and a clean shop towel (Figure 22).
(ILS sliders-spray spring covered piston
shaft thoroughly with penetrating oil
(Figure 22).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use any abrasives
on the exposed shaft as
they could damage the
piston shaft
2. Remove supply air line and add 2-4
drops of air tool oil to cylinder through
the supply fitting. Reinstall supply air
line (Figures 23 & 24 Traditional
Sliders and Figure 25-ILS Sliders).
3. Activate and de-activate air cylinder
2-3 times to work air tool oil into
cylinder and onto piston and verify
proper operation.
Figure 22
TRADITIONAL SLIDERS
Figure 23
ILS SLIDER
Figure 25
Figure 24
ILS SLIDER
SUPPLY
FITTING
PISTON
SHAFT
PISTON
SHAFT
SUPPLY
FITTING
TRADITIONAL SLIDER
SUPPLY FITTING
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Figure 26
Figure 27
Figure 29
Maintenance Procedures
SCRIBE SECOND LINE
SCRIBE FIRST LINE
FIFTH WHEEL
FRONT LOCK
13. Fifth Wheel Adjustment
Fifth wheel adjustment should be checked
at a minimum of every 60,000 miles or if
excessive movement between kingpin and
fifth wheel is noticed when driving the vehicle.
IMPORTANT: Excessive movement
between the tractor
and trailer can effect
vehicle handling.
Failure to maintain proper
fifth wheel adjustment
could result in loss of
vehicle control which, if
not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
NOTE: To obtain proper fifth wheel
adjustment SAF-HOLLAND
recommends use of HOLLAND
lock tester Part No. 4000171,
available from your local
HOLLAND distributor.
1. If fifth wheel is locked, lift release
handle up, pull all the way out, and up
again to hook on casting. If air release
equipped, actuate fifth wheel control
valve to open lock (Figure 26).
2. Ram lock tester into fifth wheel top
plate to lock fifth wheel (Figure 27).
3. Push the lock tester forward so that it
is tight against the fifth wheel’s front
lock. Ensure the lock tester is pressed
flat against the surface of the fifth
wheel. Scribe a line on the surface of
the fifth wheel face along front edge
of lock tester (Figure 28).
4. Pull lock tester toward fifth wheel ramps.
Ensure the lock tester is pressed flat
against the surface of the fifth wheel.
Scribe a second line on the surface of
the fifth wheel face along front edge
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Figure 32
Figure 31
Maintenance Procedures
5. Rotate lock tester out of the way and
measure distance between scribed lines.
If distance between lines exceeds 1/8",
the lock should be adjusted tighter
(Figure 30).
6. To adjust lock:
With lock tester still locked in fifth
wheel, lift up on fifth wheel ramps
and rotate fifth wheel to its forward
most position (towards cab).
Remove clinch pin from bottom of
lock adjustment pin (Figure 31).
Lift lock adjustment pin and rotate
clockwise to the next adjustment
position shown on the face of fifth
wheel (Figure 32).
Push lock adjustment pin into fifth
wheel in the new position.
Replace clinch pin.
7. Re-check for free play in the locks by
repeating Steps 3-5. If free play still
exceeds 1/8", repeat Step 6 and rotate
lock adjustment pin one more notch.
NOTE: If free play greater than
1/8" remains with the lock
adjustment pin on the last
(fourth) position, then the fifth
wheel should be rebuilt using
rebuild kit RK-FWS-A-L.
MEASURE DISTANCE
BETWEEN LINES
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Figure 33
Maintenance Procedures
8. Verify the proper adjustment by locking
and unlocking fifth wheel several time
with lock tester. Verify that there is at
least 1/16" of forward and backward
play in the lock by sliding a 1/16" drill
bit between the front edge of the kingpin
on the lock tester and the front lock
(radius) of the fifth wheel (Figure 33).
NOTE: A minimum of 1/16" free play
is critical to proper operation of
the fifth wheel.
If there is NOT 1/16" minimum freeplay
in the lock, the fifth wheel lock adjustment
pin must be rotated counterclockwise
to the next lower position. Reverify that
1/16" minimum play exists using 1/16"
drill bit as described above. Check that
the fifth wheel is properly locked.
9. Rotate lock adjustment tool from side-
to-side to ensure that the lock is not
over tightened. The lock should not grip
the kingpin and the lock tester should
rotate freely.
14. Pocket Insert Inspection
Replace pocket inserts if:
The free vertical movement of top plate
on the bracket is 1/2" or greater, without
compressing rubber bushings (Figure 34).
The bracket pads or shoes are severely
chipped, cracked or gouged.
DRILL BIT
REPLACE
IF 1/16"
OR LESS
1/2" MAX. (MEASURED AT EAR)
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Figure 35
Maintenance Procedures
15. Top Plate Installation
1. If pocket inserts are dislodged from fifth
wheel casting, clean pocket area of
casting and apply a strip of double-face
tape in bottom of pockets. Install pocket
inserts by pressing down into pockets
(Figure 35).
2. Using a lifting device capable of lifting
500 lbs., install the fifth wheel top plate
onto its mounting base.
NOTE: Follow instructions published by
lifting device manufacturer for
proper operation of lifting device.
3. Install bracket pins through fifth wheel
casting and mounting base and secure
by installing the bracket pin retention
bolts and nuts (Figure 36). Torque
retention bolts not to exceed 60 ft.-lbs.
DOUBLE-FACE TAPE POCKET
INSERT
POCKET
AREA
Figure 36
TOP PLATE
RETENTION BOLT
RETENTION NUT
BRACKET PIN

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Troubleshooting
Difficult to Couple to Trailer:
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Attempting to couple too fast. Couple in accordance with the procedure in this
Owner’s Manual.
The trailer may be too high; the kingpin
is not entering the lock properly.
Lower the trailer in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.
Lock is closed. Manually pull the release handle out as far as pos-
sible and swing the hinged lock open. If air release
equipped, set tractor brakes and actuate fifth wheel
control valve to open lock.
Accumulated rust or grime interfering
with the lock operation.
Thoroughly clean the fifth wheel and re-lubricate in
accordance with the procedure in this Owner’s Manual.
The lock is adjusted too tightly. Check lock adjustments in accordance with the
procedure in this Owner’s Manual.
The lock may be damaged. The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt using the appropriate
SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Damaged, bent release handle. Replace release handle using the appropriate
SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Jammed safety indicator. Inspect the release handle, if bent , replace using the
appropriate SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Lock jaw opening is spread due to a prior
high coupling attempt.
Measure the width of the opening in the jaw. If
greater than 2.38", replace using the appropriate
SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Top plate is damaged just below the lock
adjustment pin.
The entire fifth wheel top plate MUST be replaced.
Bent kingpin, damaged upper coupler,
or improper use of “lube plate” may be
interfering with lock movement.
Check the kingpin and upper coupler 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.
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Troubleshooting
Difficult to Uncouple from Trailer:
Excessive Movement between Fifth Wheel and Kingpin:
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Fifth wheel lock requires adjustment. Follow the procedures contained in this Owner’s Manual.
Fifth wheel cannot be adjusted further. The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt using the
appropriate SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Kingpin is loose. Repair trailer.
Kingpin is worn. Check kingpin for acceptable wear with HOLLAND
TF-0110. Replace kingpin if necessary.
Hard Steering or Binding:
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Lack of lubrication on fifth wheel top
surface.
Lubricate top of fifth wheel plate using a high pressure,
lithium-based grease. Follow recommended lubrication
schedule as described in this Owner’s Manual.
Warped trailer upper coupler plate. Check upper coupler for flatness and replace, if necessary.
Refer to HOLLAND Service Bulletin XL-SB020.
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
The tractor may be putting pressure
against the locks.
Lock the trailer brakes and back the tractor tightly
against the kingpin to relieve the pressure on the fifth
wheel lock, set the brakes, then pull the release handle.
Tractor too low. Raise tractor suspension to proper ride height.
The primary release handle is not pulled
out completely and hooked on the notch
in the casting.
Pull the release handle all the way out, then lift
handle up and hook on casting.
Accumulated rust or grime interfering with
the lock operation.
Thoroughly clean the fifth wheel and re-lubricate in
accordance with the procedure in this Owner’s Manual.
The lock is adjusted too tightly. Check lock adjustments in accordance with the
procedure in this Owner’s Manual.
The release handle will not stay out or
must be held out when unlocking.
The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt using the appropriate
SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Missing or damaged release system parts. The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt using the appropri-
ate SAF-HOLLAND service kit.
Casting bent/damaged at throat area,
restricting movement.
The entire fifth wheel top plate MUST be replaced.
Bent cover plate interfering with
lock movement.
Inspect the cover plate for flatness and replace,
if necessary.
Bent kingpin, damaged upper coupler,
or improper use of “lube plate” may be
interfering with lock movement.
Check the kingpin and upper coupler 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.
NOTE: After the fifth wheel is unlocked and disengages from the kingpin, it is normal for the release handle to come
off the unlock notch of the casting and move into a “ready-to-couple” position.