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NATEF Crosswalk

The following NATEF tasks (rev. 2007) are covered in this publication. The first column identifies the NATEF task by name and number. The second column identifies the exact location by unit number and assignment sheet or job sheet number in the MAVCC publication.

NATEF TasksIII. BRAKESA. Air Brakes1. Air Supply and Service SystemsA.1.1. Identify poor stopping, air leaks, premature wear, pulling, grabbing, dragging, or balance problems caused by supply andservice system malfunctions; determineneeded action. P-1

A.1.2. Check air system build-up time;determine needed repairs. P-1

A.1.3. Drain air reservoir/tanks; check for oil,water, and foreign material; determine neededaction. P-1

A.1.4. Inspect compressor drive gear andcoupling; replace as needed. P-1

A.1.5. Inspect air compressor inlet;inspect oil supply and coolant lines, fittings, andmounting brackets; repair or replace asneeded. P-1

A.1.6. Inspect and test air system pressurecontrols: governor, unloader assembly valves,filters, lines, hoses, and fittings; adjust or replaceas needed. P-1

MAVCC Tasks

Unit 1–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Diagnose anddetermine possible causes of general brakeproblems.

Unit 3–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Diagnose anddetermine possible causes of ABS problems.

Unit 3–A, Job Sheet 2—Troubleshoot antilockbrake system problems.

Unit 2–C, Job Sheet 1—Service the reservoirand check valve function, build-up time, andcut-out pressure.


Unit 2–C, Job Sheet 3—Inspect, service, andtime gear-driven compressor, valves, andassociated lines.

Unit 2–C, Job Sheet 2—Inspect and servicebelt-driven compressor and associated lines.



Unit 2–C, Job Sheet 4—Inspect and service airdryer system; repair or replace as needed.

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NATEF TasksA.1.7. Inspect air system lines, hoses, fittings,and couplings; repair or replace as needed. P-1

A.1.8. Inspect and test air tank relief (safety)valves, one-way (single) check valves, two-way(double) check-valves, manual and automaticdrain valves; replace as needed. P-1

A.1.9. Inspect and clean air drier systems,filters, valves, heaters, wiring, and connectors;repair or replace as needed. P-1

A.1.10. Inspect and test brake application (foot)valve, fittings, and mounts; check pedal operation; replace as needed. P-1

A.1.11. Inspect and test stop light circuitswitches, wiring, and connectors; repair orreplace as needed. P-1

A.1.12. Inspect and test hand brake (trailer)control valve, lines, fittings, and mountings;repair or replace as needed. P-1

A.1.13. Inspect and test brake relay valves;replace as needed. P-1

A.1.14. Inspect and test quick release valves;replace as needed. P-1

A.1.15. Inspect and test tractor protection valve;replace as needed. P-1

MAVCC TasksUnit 3–C, Job Sheet 1—Inspect and test brakeapplication (foot) valve, fittings, and mounts;adjust or replace as needed.

Unit 4–C, Job Sheet 6—Inspect and test tractorprotection valve; replace as needed.

Unit 2–C, Job Sheet 1—Service the reservoirand check valve function, build-up time,and cut-out pressure.

Unit 3–C, Job Sheet 1—Inspect and test brakeapplication (foot) valve, fittings, and mounts;adjust or replace as needed.

Unit 2–C, Job Sheet 4—Inspect and service airdryer system; repair or replace as needed.


Unit 3–C, Job Sheet 2—Inspect and test stoplight circuit switches, wiring, and connectors;repair or replace as needed.

Unit 4–C, Job Sheet 5—Inspect and test trailerbrake control valve (hand valve); replace asneeded.

Unit 3–C, Job Sheet 3—Inspect and test relayvalve; replace as needed.

Unit 3–C, Job Sheet 4—Inspect and test quickrelease valve; replace as needed.

Unit 4–C, Job Sheet 3—Inspect and testanti-compounding circuit equipped withQuick Release (QR)-1C; replace as needed.

Unit 4–C, Job Sheet 6—Inspect and test tractorprotection valve; replace as needed.


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NATEF TasksA.1.16. Inspect and test emergency (spring)brake control/modulator valve(s); replace asneeded. P-1

A.1.17. Inspect and test low pressure warningdevices, wiring, and connectors; repair orreplace as needed. P-1

A.1.18. Inspect and test air pressure gauges,lines, and fittings; repair or replace asneeded. P-12. Mechanical/FoundationA.2.1. Identify poor stopping, brake noise,premature wear, pulling, grabbing, or draggingproblems caused by the foundation brake, slackadjuster,and brake chamber problems;determine needed action. P-1

A.2.2. Inspect and test service brake chambers,diaphram, clamp, spring, pushrod, clevis, andmounting brackets; repair or replace as needed.P-1

A.2.3. Inspect and service slack adjusters;perform needed action. P-1

A.2.4. Inspect camshafts, rollers, bushings,seals, spacers, retainers, brake spiders, shields,anchor pins, and springs; replace as needed. P-1

A.2.5. Inspect, clean, and adjust air disc brakecaliper assemblies; determine needed repairs.P-1

MAVCC TasksUnit 4–C, Job Sheet 7—Check operation ofparking brake; remove, inspect, and replaceparking brake (spring brake) chamber asneeded.

Unit 4–C, Job Sheet 2—Inspect and testinversion valve; replace as needed.




Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 2—Inspect, test, service,and replace service brake chamber.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 1—Inspect, service, andadjust slack adjuster on front axle.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 3—Remove, inspect, andreplace brake shoes, drum, and hardwarefor s-cam drum foundation brakes.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 4—Inspect and test trailerair supply valve; replace as needed.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 5—Inspect, clean, andmeasure brake calipers, pads, and rotors;replace pads if needed.

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NATEF TasksA.2.6. Inspect and measure brake shoesor pads; perform needed action. P-1

A.2.7. Inspect and measure brake drums orrotors; perform needed action. P-1

3. Parking BrakesA.3.1. Inspect and test parking (spring) brakechamber diaphram and seals; replace parking(spring) brake chamber; dispose of removedchambers in accordance with local regulations.P-1

A.3.2. Inspect and test parking (spring) brakecheck valves, lines, hoses, and fittings; replaceas needed. P-1

A.3.3. Inspect and test parking (spring) brakeapplication and release valve; replace asneeded. P-1

A.3.4. Manually release (cage) and reset(uncage) parking (spring) brakes in accordancewith manufacturer’s recommendations. P-1

MAVCC TasksUnit 1–C, Job Sheet 3—Remove, inspect, andreplace brake shoes, drum, and hardware fors-cam drum foundation brakes.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 4—Remove, inspect, andreplace brake shoes, drum, and hardwarefor wedge-type drum foundation brakes.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 5—Inspect, clean, andmeasure brake calipers, pads, and rotors;replace pads if needed.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 3—Remove, inspect, andreplace brake shoes, drum, and hardware fors-cam drum foundation brakes.

Unit 1–C, Job Sheet 4—Remove, inspect, andreplace brake shoes, drum, and hardware forwedge-type drum foundation brakes.

Unit 4–C, Job Sheet 7—Check operation ofparking brake; remove, inspect, and replaceparking brake (spring brake) chamber asneeded.





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NATEF TasksB. Hydraulic Brakes1. Hydraulic SystemB.1.1. Identify poor stopping, premature wear,pulling, dragging, balance, or pedal feelproblems caused by the hydraulic system;determine needed action. P-2

B.1.2. Check brake pedal pushrod length;adjust as needed. P-3

B.1.3. Inspect and test master cylinder forinternal/external leaks and damage; replace asneeded. P-2

B.1.4. Inspect hydraulic system brake lines,flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks and damage;replace as needed. P-2

B.1.5. Inspect and test metering (hold-off), loadsensing/proportioning, proportioning, andcombination valves; replace as needed. P-3

B.1.6. Inspect and test brake pressuredifferential valve and warning light circuit switch,bulbs, wiring, and connectors; repair or replaceas needed. P-2

B.1.7. Inspect disc brake caliper assemblies;replace as needed. P-2

B.1.8. Inspect/test brake fluid; bleed and/or flushsystem; determine proper fluid type. P-1

MAVCC Tasks


Unit 3–B, Job Sheet 1—Test hydraulic systemand inspect for leaks; determine needed repairs.

Unit 3–B, Job Sheet 4—Remove, inspect, andrepair or replace the master cylinder.


Unit 3–B, Job Sheet 1—Test hydraulic systemand inspect for leaks; determine needed repairs.


Unit 3–B, Job Sheet 3—Remove, inspect, andrepair or replace the hydraulic brake valve.

Unit 4–B, Job Sheet 3—Check operation ofbrake failure lights and braking warning devices;repair or replace as needed.

Unit 2–B, Job Sheet 1—Remove, clean, andinspect a caliper and pad assembly.

Unit 2–B, Job Sheet 3—Reinstall caliper andpad assembly and check brake operation.

Unit 3–B, Job Sheet 2—Bleed and/or flush thehydraulic brake system.

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NATEF Tasks2. Mechanical/FoundationB.2.1. Identify poor stopping, brake noise,premature wear, pulling, grabbing, dragging,or pedal feel problems caused by mechanicalcomponents; determine needed action. P-2

B.2.2. Inspect and measure rotors; performneeded action. P-2

B.2.3. Inspect and measure disc brake pads;inspect mounting hardware; perform neededaction. P-2

B.2.4. Check parking brake operation; inspectparking brake application and holding devices;adjust and replace as needed. P-2

3. Power Assist UnitsB.3.1. Identify stopping problems caused bythe brake assist (booster) system; determineneeded action. P-2

B.3.2. Inspect, test, repair, or replace hydraulicbrake assist (booster) hoses, and control valves;determine proper fluid type. P-2

B.3.3. Check emergency (back-up, reserve)brake assist system. P-2

C. Air and Hydraulic Antilock Brake Systems(ABS) and Automatic Traction Control (ATC)C.1. Observe antilock brake system (ABS)warning light operation (includes dash mountedtrailer ABS warning light); determine neededaction. P-1

MAVCC Tasks


Unit 1–B, Job Sheet 1—Remove, clean, inspect,and measure a brake drum.

Unit 1–B, Job Sheet 2—Remove, inspect, andreplace brake shoes and related hardware.


Unit 1–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Diagnose anddetermine possible causes of generalbrake problems.

Unit 4–B, Job Sheet 1—Inspect and test thepower assist system and emergency back-upsystem; determine needed repairs.



Unit 3–A, Job Sheet 1—Inspect, test, andservice an antilock brake system.

Unit 3–A, Job Sheet 2—Troubleshoot anti-lockbrake system problems.


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NATEF TasksC.2 Diagnose antilock brake system (ABS)electronic control(s) and components usingself-diagnosis and/or specified test equipment(scan tool, PC computer); determine neededaction. P-1

C.3. Identify poor stopping and wheellock-up problems caused by failure of theantilock brake system (ABS); determine neededaction. P-1

C.4. Test and check operation of antilock brakesystem (ABS) air, hydraulic, electrical, andmechanical components; perform neededaction. P-1

C.5. Test antilock brake system (ABS) wheelspeed sensors and circuits; adjust or replaceas needed. P-1

C.6. Bleed the ABS hydraulic circuits followingmanufacturers’ procedures. P-2

C.7. Observe automatic traction control (ATC)warning light operation; determine neededaction. P-3

C.8. Diagnose automatic traction control (ATC)electronic control(s) and components usingself-diagnosis and/or specified test equipment(scan tool, PC computer); determine neededaction. P-3D. Wheel BearingsD.1. Clean, inspect, lubricate and replace wheelbearings and races/cups; replace seals andwear rings; inspect spindle/tube; inspect andreplace retaining hardware; adjust wheelbearings. P-1

MAVCC TasksUnit 3–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Diagnose anddetermine possible causes of ABS problems.



Unit 3–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Diagnose anddetermine possible causes of ABS problems.





Unit 2–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Evaluate wornand damaged wheel bearings and seals.

Unit 2–A, Assignment Sheet 2—Selectappropriate replacement wheel bearings andseals.

Unit 2–A, Job Sheet 1—Remove, inspect, clean,replace, and adjust wheel bearings and seals.

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NATEF TasksD.2. Inspect or replace extended service wheelbearing assemblies. P-3

MAVCC TasksUnit 2–A, Assignment Sheet 1—Evaluate wornand damaged wheel bearings and seals.

Unit 2–A, Assignment Sheet 2—Selectappropriate replacement wheel bearings andseals.

Unit 2–A, Job Sheet 1—Remove, inspect, clean,replace, and adjust wheel bearings and seals.

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