Wabco 1835420524 Door Lock Panel Left Built-Up

Description

The Door Lock Panel is a critical component within trailer air brake systems, specifically designed for trailer brake controls. It functions as a secure locking mechanism for trailer doors, ensuring cargo safety and preventing accidental opening during transit. This panel is manufactured by Wabco with MPN 1835420524 and is built to OE specification. Its dimensions are 130 x 350 x 1280 mm. This component delivers enhanced durability, reliable operation, and is engineered to meet original equipment standards, ultimately improving overall trailer safety and operational efficiency.

Key Features & Benefits

This panel is really the central hub for controlling the air brakes on your trailer. It's got all the levers and usually a gauge or two that let you apply and release the trailer brakes, and monitor the air pressure. It manages how much braking force goes to the trailer axles. It also often incorporates a spring brake release – that’s for manually releasing the emergency spring brakes on the trailer, if needed. Think of it as the command center for trailer braking. It physically connects to the air lines running to your trailer and translates what you do with the levers into air pressure, which then activates the trailer’s brakes. It’s the direct interface between you and stopping the trailer safely. It’s usually mounted inside the cab, somewhere easily reachable, but out of the way.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, this is obviously critical for safety. If this panel fails, you lose direct control of your trailer brakes. You might not be able to slow the trailer down effectively, or even stop it at all, especially in an emergency. You’ll notice if it's failing – things like stiff or unresponsive levers, air leaks around the panel, or the gauge giving inaccurate readings are all red flags. This isn't something to put off getting fixed. A place like Fixparts Online has a good selection of these, if you're looking to replace it, and they often have diagrams to help you make sure you get the right one. It’s really the key to safe towing, honestly.

Warranty Information

Wabco Door Lock Panel Left Built-Up (MPN 1835420524) comes with a 1-year warranty.