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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Section II. REAR SPRINGS

18-6. Description.

The rear axles are suspended by leaf-type, two-stage springs.

18-7. 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

hydraulic jack.

NOTE

Each spring assembly weighs approximately

100 Ibs.

a.

Remove the rear tandem axle (refer to para 2-16a).

b.

Support the rear of the vehicle by the frame with an overhead hoist or other suitable means.

c.

Replace the lower saddle caps and nuts (fig. 18-3) to protect the stud threads and support

the spring and saddle assembly with a floor jack.

TA 074414

Figure 18-3. Supporting the Spring & Saddle Assembly.

18-5

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