FIELD MAINTENANCE
SPRING HANGER MAINTENANCE
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools and Special Tools
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's
(WP
0115, Table 1, Item 1)
Wrench, Torque (WP
0115, Table 1, Item 2)
Wrench, Torque (WP
0115, Table 1, Item 3)
Materials/Parts
Eight self-locking nuts (4 for rear spring hanger,
4 for front spring hanger)
(WP
0096, Figure 15, Item 10)
Self-locking nut (front spring hanger)
(WP
0097, Figure 16, Item 11)
Two cotter pins
Materials/Parts (cont.)
(M101A1, M101A3, M116A1, M116A2)
(WP
0099, Figure 18, Item 1)
Two cotter pins (M116A3)
(WP
0099, Figure 18, Item 1)
Two lubrication fittings
(WP
0099, Figure 18, Item 3)
Degreasing solvent
(WP
0114, Table 1, Item 9)
Rag, wiping (WP
0114, Table 1, Item 24)
References
WP
0077
WARNING
Trailer must be supported by blocking or support stands placed under axle or frame
throughout maintenance procedure. Failure to comply may result in death or injury to
personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an injury.
FRONT SPRING HANGER REMOVAL
1.
Place lifting device under vehicle on side where front spring hanger (Figure 1, Item 1) is being removed. Use
lifting device to raise trailer. Place suitable support under front corner of vehicle.
2.
Lower vehicle until weight of trailer rests on support at the front corner. Some weight will be on lifting device.
1
M116_M101_FIG 1
Figure 1.
Trailer Support.
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