If there is a correspondingly large clearance between brake pad and brake drum (gap). This clearance increases as the brake pad wear and the overrun travel of the overrun device increases. Under these conditions the clearance in the brake is readjusted by the AAA automatic brake adjustment mechanism under hard braking.
Vehicle technology
Wheel brakes
The AAA automatic brake adjuster - AL-KO Automatic Adjustment can be retrofitted to most wheel brakes from model year 1999 onwards, with bolted-on brake back plates.
The AAA Brake system is always optimally adjusted by the automatic adjustment in the wheel brake, so you save valuable braking distance in a dangerous situation. Whenever the brake has excess play, the AAA automatically...
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The AAA automatic brake adjuster - AL-KO Automatic Adjustment can be retrofitted to most wheel brakes from model year 1999 onwards, with bolted-on brake back plates.
The AAA Brake system is always optimally adjusted by the automatic adjustment in the wheel brake, so you save valuable braking distance in a dangerous situation. Whenever the brake has excess play, the AAA automatically readjusts.
The reliability of the wheel brake remains the same, since the robust system is unchanged apart from the adjustment function.
The premium brake which adjusts itself
- The proven wheel brake with its superior braking values is supplemented by the automatic adjustment function
- Adjustment is disabled when reversing
- Suitable for wheel brake types 2051 and 2361 (from 1999 model year) and therefore for most trailers with AL-KO axles
- Quick and easy conversion by pre-mounted AL-KO screw system suitable for AL-KO axles
Your Advantage
- Greater driving safety with a braking distance that is up to 5 m shorter
- Greater ride comfort thanks to smooth braking without a jolting motion
- Lower maintenance costs due to extended service intervals and dispensing with the first workshop visit after 1000 km
- No requirement to present to the inspection authorities once again following installation
- Tip: Change over to the AAA Premium Brake the next time you change your brake linings, if not before
Full details can be found in the catalogues:
Technical data
| Designation | Order no. |
|---|---|
| For wheel brakes with bolted-on standard brake shield from 1999 onwards. | |
| Wheel brake 2051 (EA up to 1500 kg / TA up to 2800 kg) | 1 730 026 |
| Wheel brake 2361 (EA up to 2000 kg / TA up to 3500 kg) | 1 730 298 |
FAQ
AL-KO endorses the efforts of the trade associations to make this compulsory for new vehicles in classes O1 (up to 750 kg) and O2 (750 kg up to 3,500 kg).
Yes, all AL-KO axles from production date 1999 with the brake back plate bolted over the wheel brake assembly (brake back plate with jaws) can be retrofitted. It is not necessary to note the modification in the vehicle documents as the brake is type-approved.
No. With a properly maintained and serviced brake no special measures are needed.
No. The AAA is not self-cleaning and not maintenance-free. The maintenance intervals according to the operating instructions must be observed.
Yes. With several hundred thousand units on the market to date the success of this equipment is tried and tested.
Yes, the AAA conversion kit brakes are preset. However, it is necessary to check the setting after installation and adjust it if required.
For standard applications the following operating and assembly instructions apply. For special applications please contact your vehicle manufacturer, specialist dealer or our AL-KO customer service.