TM-9-2320-273-34

TRUCK TRACTOR, LINE HAUL; LIGHT EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER; TRUCK CHASSIS; MEDIUM EQUIPMENT TRANSPORTER

TECHNICAL MANUAL; DIRECT SUPPORT AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE

DECEMBER 1980

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TM9-2320-273-34

CHAPTER 18

REPAIR OF SUSPENSION

Section I. FRONT SPRINGS

18-1. Description.

The front axle springs are leaf-type, fixed-rate springs attached to fixed pivot pins

on the front and shackles on the rear.

18-2. Removal.

The weight of the vehicle must be supported

by overhead hoisting equipment, floor jacks,

or support stands at all times, Do not attempt

to support the weight of the vehicle on a hy-

draulic jack.

NOTE

Each spring assembly weighs approximately

115 Ibs (52 kg).

a.

Depending on vehicle model being serviced, refer to para 2-14a and b or para 2-15a and b and

remove front axle assembly.

NOTE

The weight of the vehicle must be supported

by other means than at leaf springs. Hoist ve-

hicle and place a hydraulic jack under springs

which will aid in lowering springs when removed.

NOTE

In steps

b

and c, it is necessary to drive out

bolts, front and rear, using a hammer and

suitable drift.

b.

Remove cotter pin, nut and bolt from rear of spring (fig. 18-1).

c.

Remove cotter pin, nut, washer, and bolt from the front of the spring. Lower the spring from

the vehicle with a hydraulic jack.

18-1

WARNING