Quick

Supplement
Guide

L31252W

09/09

Haldex Trailer Roll Stability

(TRS) System
Side-By-Side

4S/2M Trailer System

(4 Sensor / 2 Modulator System)

Step-By-Step Installation Supplement Guide

For Details Ref. Installation/Service Manual L30040

Air Spring Suspension System

IMPORTANT NOTICE

HALDEX SAFETY NOTICE

This Installation Manual describes a Step-By-Step procedure to installing the Haldex TRS (Trailer Roll Stability)
for trailers. The Haldex TRS Quick Supplement Guide is for Air Spring Suspension Systems and can be used on
either Drum or Disc Brakes, 2S/2M or 4S/2M.

Safety First !
Please follow your companys safety procedures when you install this equipment. Be sure that you
understand all instructions before you begin.
Note: Remove all air pressure and electrical power from the brake system before beginning work.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
The data listed herein is correct to the best of Haldexs knowledge and belief, having been compiled from
reliable and official sources of information. However, HALDEX CAN NOT ASSUME ANY
RESPONSIBILITY for possible error or misapplication of the product. Final determination of the
suitability of the products for the use contemplated by the Buyer is the sole responsibility of the
Buyer. Haldex shall have No Responsibility in connection with this suitability.

TRAILER ROLL STABILITY SYSTEM

This booklet illustrates Haldexs commitment to produce products that deliver quality, durability
and longevity to the end user. In our continuing effort Haldex works closely with our manufacturing
partners and it is our goal to assist with the standardization of installation procedures to ensure
optimum performance to each of our core products.
The quick supplement guide can be used to train new personal. It provides
a quick and easy reference for everyone associated with the installation of Haldex components.
Picture and Illustrations provide information at a glance while detailed text information
needs to be reviewed from the Installation/Service Manual L30040.
The following guide is specific for a standard closed tandem axle or tri-axle 4S/2M application only!
Any deviation must be authorized by Haldex Engineering thirty days prior to initial pilot build date.
Operation Environment Required:
- Either paint the chassis before installing the TRS assembly or mask entire TRS assembly
thoroughly.
- Locate valve assembly to protect against road spray/debris for example; (behind air reservoir)
- Do Not apply cleaning acids to the TRS valve assembly.
Painting Recommendations:
- Use water based paint
- Baking should not exceed (1) hour at 212 degrees F.

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Table of Contents

Section

Page

Important Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Parts and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Mounting Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Positioning the Haldex TRS Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Securing the Haldex TRS Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Haldex TRS Port Call-Outs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Plumbing Schematic (Reservoir) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Plumbing Schematic (Emergency/Supply) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Plumbing Schematic (Service/Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Plumbing Schematic (Air Bag) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Plumbing Schematic (ILAS-E Valve) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Electrical Schematic (Sensor Location) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Electrical Schematic (Sensor Routing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Electrical Schematic (Sensor Connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Electrical Schematic (Power Connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Electrical Schematic (Power Connection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

If you have any question on this product or any of these Innovative Products offered by
Haldex, contact your local distributor for complete details. Technical Service or
Troubleshooting help can be obtained by calling Haldex and asking for the ABS
Technical Support Line at (800) 643-2374 Press 2
Note: For more details see the Installation/Service Manual L30040.

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Haldex TRS Ports and Components

Blank Port with Plug
Diagnostic Port Green

= Port Identification Number

Power A Port Gray

Aux 1 Socket
Shown Plug
Sensor Sockets

Sensor Sockets

Reservoir Port
(1/2 NPT)

Plug (2)

Blank Port (2)

Control/Service Port (3/8 NPT)

4

41

Valve Port
#22
4-Ports
21

41

Air Bag

Note: Control/Service Port

has serviceable filter/screen

22

22

21

Valve Port
#21
4-Ports
Service Ports (3/8 NPT) 21 (4 Places)

Service Ports (3/8 NPT) 21 (4 Places)

Ground
Lug

Mounting Holes (4 Places)

Service
Exhaust
Ports

Mounting Holes

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Step 1:

Mounting Plate Location

The TRS Valve and ECU preferred location is: Centered between axles,
centered between frame rails and as close to the trailer floor as possible.
To protect against road debris and road spray.
Top View

(Locate above
center axle)

Tri-Axle

Side View

Mounting Plate
(Typical Example)

Tandem Axle

Preferred location would

be as shown within
+/- 3 feet centered
between axles

Location above axle

(close to center of axle)
Center

Offset

Single Axle

Offset

(Locate above axle)

(Mounting Plate can be Offset in either direction)

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Ensure that the mounting plate is mounted between (2) cross members of the trailer. The thickness of the
mounting plate should be no less than 5/16 inch thickness. Plate material needs to be rigid.

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Step 2:
(Haldex ECU
MUST face Road Side)

Positioning the Haldex TRS Valve

Angle must not exceed +/- 3 in either case.

(Road Side)

(Curb Side)

Exhaust Ports must

face down

Rear View
(Haldex ECU
MUST face Road Side)

Angle must not exceed +/- 3 in either case.

ECU
3

(Road Side)

(Curb Side)

Exhaust Ports must

face down

Rear View

(Haldex ECU
MUST face Road Side)

Angle must not exceed +/- 5 in either case.

ECU

Center Line

(Road Side)

(Curb Side)

Top View
(Haldex ECU
MUST face Road Side)

Angle must not exceed +/- 5 in either case.

5
(Curb Side)

(Road Side)

ECU

Center Line

Top View

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Step 3:

Securing the Haldex TRS Valve

Drill (8) holes into Mounting

Plate and (4) holes into Cross
Members using a 3/8 drill bit.

Using bolts, flat washers, and locking nuts mount

the Haldex TRS to the mounting bracket.
(4) Lock Nut - 5/16

Use Rust Resistant

bolts, flat washers & nuts
(SAE Grade 5 or Better)

(1) Mounting Bracket

Ground
Lug

Mounting Plate (1)

(4) Flat Washer - 5/16

(4) Bolt - 5/16 x 2-1/4

Cross Member (2)

5/16 min. thickness

Not Supplied

(4) Flat Washer - 5/16

Note: Ground Lug must make contact

with the cross member bare metal.
Dielectric grease must be applied to
ground lug.

Position the Haldex TRS valve

assembly onto the cross member

Torque bolts
(17-19 ft lbs)
(4 Places)

Secure Haldex TRS assembly

to the trailer cross member
Trailer Floor

Trailer Floor

Cross Member
(4) Lock Nut - 5/16
Cross Member

(8) Flat Washer - 5/16

(4) Bolt - 5/16 x 1-1/2
Use Rust Resistant
5/16 x 2-1/4 long bolts.
(SAE Grade 5 or Better)

Front of Trailer

Torque bolts
(15-19 ft lbs)
(4 Places)

Front of Trailer

TRS ECU

TRS Valve (ECU) must face

Road Side

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Plumbing Schematic (Reservoir Connection)

Step 4:
(Curb Side)

(Curb Side)

1
3/4 Tubing Required

See Note

Front of Trailer

(Road Side)

(Road Side)

Trailer Brake
Control Valve (TBC) Valve

TRS Valve

Trailer Floor

Example:
(Proper Orientation)

CNTL
Control/Service Port

Ground

Trailer Brake Control Valve (TBCV):

Hand start the valve nipple into reservoir port and then tighten to proper orientation as show above with wrench
on metal hex only. Torque to 45 - 50 ft. lbs. For more detailed information reference L31225
(TBC) Valve Installation Instruction.

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Step 5:

Plumbing Schematic (Emergency/Supply)

(Curb Side)

(Curb Side)

SUP 1-2
3/8 or 1/2
Air Hoses
2

Serviceable
Filter/Screen
1/2 Tubing

SUP 1-2
Emergency/Supply

Trailer Brake
Control Valve

Front of Trailer

3/8 or 1/2
Air Hoses

(Road Side)

(Road Side)

Cover

Emergency Port
Double Diaphragm Spring Brake

Trailer Floor
Delivery
Ports

Trailer Brake
Control Valve (TBC) Valve

Delivery
Ports
(2)

Delivery
Ports
(2)
2

Note: Trailer Brake Control Valve (Cover)

White Cover Indicates: Spring Brake Priority (As Shown)
Black Cover Indicates: Service Brake Priority

End View

Ground
Torque Values (TBC) Valve:
Ref. L55278W for details
3/8 NPT = 26.5 - 29.5 ft. lbs.
1/2 NPT = 29.5 - 32.5 ft. lbs.

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Step 6:

Plumbing Schematic (Service/Control)

(Curb Side)

(Curb Side)

3/8 or 1/2
Air Hoses (4 Places)

Front of Trailer

22

22
CNTL 4

22

22

21

21

Service/Control
4

3/8 Tubing

22

Service Port

22
3/8 Tubing

(Road Side)
Double Diaphragm Spring Brake

Control Port (3/8 NPT)

(Serviceable Filter/Screen)

41

22

21

22

21

Service Ports
(3/8 NPT)

Service Ports
(3/8 NPT)

Plug all un-used ports

Plug all un-used ports

CNTL

Serviceable
Filter/Screen

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Plumbing Schematic (Air Bags Connection)

(Curb Side)

Step 7:

3/8 Tubing

Leveling Valve

Front of Trailer
Supply Port
Pressure Protection Valve
41
3/8 Tubing

(Road Side)
Air Spring

41

Air Spring Port

NOTE: The TRS Valve only monitors the

suspension air spring pressure.

(3/8 NPT)

41

22

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Plumbing/Electrical Schematic (ILAS-E Connection)

Step 8:

Note: ILAS-E is an Optional Auxiliary

(Curb Side)

Pressure Protection Valve

Air Bags

3/8 Tubing

Front of Trailer

ILAS-E Valve

22

11

21

Lift Axle Air Bag

Leveling Valve

TRS Valve

Plug into Aux (1) port

of the TRS Valve

(Road Side)
Lift Axle

Non-Lift Axle

Trailer Floor
ILAS-E Valve
Exhaust Port
Mounting Holes for
5/16 Bolt (2)
1
Remove plug and
insert Aux 1 Port

22

11

21

Exhaust Port

NOTE: Apply dielectric grease on all

electrical connections.

Ground

TRS Valve (ECU)

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Step 9:

Electrical Schematic (Sensor Location)

(Curb Side)

(Curb Side)
90 Sensor

Sensor Lines

1
Apply dielectrical
grease on sensor
barrel
Sensor
Block
Sensor
Clip

S2B

S1B

2
Install sensor clip into
the sensor block
before inserting
sensor

S1A

S2A
Sensor Lines

Front of Trailer
Sensor Connection (4)

(Road Side)

(Road Side)
Sensor Connection

Sensor Extension
Retainer Clip

Use a sensor extension retainer clip

when connecting male extension cable
to female sensor cable.

Note: Push sensor connector in firmly until seated

into socket. Gently pull on sensor cable to make
sure it is locked into the socket.

TRS Valve (ECU)

Apply dielectric grease on sensor
before inserting into ECU

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Step 10:

Electrical Schematic (Sensor Routing)

Typical routing of sensor cable

along air hose. Allow some
slack to accommodate
movement between chassis
components

Sensor Clip
Short Bone or Long Bone arrangement
and secured with tie straps. Do Not coil
into a loop smaller than 4 inches

Tie Strap

NOTE: DO NOT tie multiple sensor wires and power cable together using
tie straps, doing so could cause Signal Noise Interference.
If tie straps are required DO NOT over tighten. Over tightening could
cause breakage of the wires.

Sensor
Cable
Air
Hose

Sensor
Clip

Sensor
Clip

Place sensor
cable into
sensor clip slot.

8 - 12 inches

Sensor
Cable

Air
Hose
Position sensor cable
clip above air hose and
push down.

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Ensure that sensor clip

are secured around air
hose

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Electrical Schematic (Wheel Speed Sensor)

Step 11:

Cut off tab for the correct

sensor identification.
To remove any plugs or sensors
push in tab and pull out

Example: Sensor 1A

NOTE: Apply dielectric grease on all

electrical connections.
NOTE: Push sensor in firmly until seated into socket.
Gently pull on sensor cable to make sure it
is locked into the socket.

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Step 12:

7-Way
Cable

Electrical Schematic (Power Connection)

Apply dielectric
grease to all electrical
connections

7-Way
Nose Box

Power Cable

Diagnostic Cable
Haldex TRS
Info Center
Slide Lock Lever

INFO CENTER

Trailer Frame

TRS

Blank Plug

HALDEX

Insert Power Cable, Diagnostic Cable and Blank Plug into correct sockets
and slide the Lock Lever back into the Locked Position.

OR

Ensure that the Molded Label faces

upward before inserting into Haldex TRS ECU

Molded Label

Pin-Out for Power Cable

E

F
DIAG+ (Software)
PC Not Supplied

G
D
Power Cable

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A - B+ Ignition
B - B- Permanent
C - Not Used
D - Trailer Lamp
E - Not Used
F - B+ StopLight
G - Stability Lamp

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Electrical Schematic (Power Connection)

Step 13:

Slide the Slide Lock Lever to

first stop to unlock (As Shown)

Diagnostic Cable

Slide Lock
Lever
Red Seal

Note: Plug must remain in socket.

Connectors fully seated

in ECU

To secure the Power and Diagnostic cable into

the ECU socket, push the Slide Lock Lever in
to lock position.
Note: Push the Slide Lock Lever in, so
that the Red Seal is not shown.

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Haldex TRS Valve Notes:

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to the global vehicle industry within specific niches.
We focus on products to improve safety, the
environment and vehicle dynamics.
We are enhancing our competitive capabilities and
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through the products service life, ethical business
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met.

Austria

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