Caterpillar Fault Code

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SPN 1087 FMI 1

Brake Pressure Warning / Truck Derate

System

Braking / Air

Symptom

Brake Pressure Warning / Truck Derate

Diagnosis & fix steps

LOGIC: Service / Retarder Brake Secondary Air Supply Pressure Low. ACTION: Inspect main air compressor governor unloader valve. Drain moisture from primary wet tank and inspect dual-circuit air check valves for internal leakage.

Red Seal field insights

Stopping Safety: Secondary air pressure must maintain sufficient reserve volume to actuate air-over-hydraulic service brakes during emergency stop conditions.

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