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Title: New battery install and question about dripping valve
Post by: Peter on April 10, 2021, 08:05:50 pm
I just finished installing new AGM start batteries and a new solenoid.
I also cleaned all the cables and ends.
I noticed an "open" valve beside the batteries and solenoid that looked to be maybe dripping beside a hydraulic hose.
Can anyone advise what this is??
Is there supposed to be a cap or hose attached or is it just supposed to be like that?
Peter
Title: Re: New battery install and question about dripping valve
Post by: master2301 on April 10, 2021, 08:49:04 pm
Peter
Once you have determined that all connections are tight and functional, suggest putting some di-electric grease on the terminals and posts to keep moisture and corrosion down.
Title: Re: New battery install and question about dripping valve
Post by: Pamela & Mike on April 10, 2021, 09:57:49 pm
Peter,

That valve is the retarder actuator valve. That fitting is where the retarder bleeds air during use.  I have mine covered with a single piece of screen wire to keep out dirt/mud daubers. That should be dry as air is the only thing that should come out.  If something is coming out you have a problem.  If it is water then look to a failed air dryer.  If transmission fluid then the seals in the retarder cylinder that this valve is connected to has failed.

Mike