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TRAILER, CARGO, 3/4-TON, 2-WHEEL: M101A1, M101A2 AND M101A3; TRAILER, CHASSIS, 3/4-TON, 2-WHEEL: M116A1 AND M116A2; TRAILER, CHASSIS, 1-TON, 2-WHEEL: M116A3
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR AND FIELD MAINTENANCE MANUAL INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST
DECEMBER 2011
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b. Capabilities and Features - Continued
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Figure 2.
Suspension.
Table
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Suspension Components.
Key
Component
Description
1
Axle
Carries wheels and allows wheels to rotate. Tubular weldment on which trailer
wheels and suspension components are mounted.
2
Shock Absorber
Dampens spring action. Located on each end of axle.
3
Wheel Assembly
Supports trailer load. Attached to each end of axle.
4
Spring Assembly
Supports trailer load and absorbs road shock. Located on each side of frame.
5
Handbrake Lever
Applies handbrake when trailer is stopped or parked. Located on each side
of chassis.
6
Front Support Leg
Supports trailer when uncoupled from prime mover. All trailers have an adjustable
front support leg.
7
Safety Chain
Prevents trailer from fully breaking away. Hooks to prime mover shackles. Located
on each side of drawbar assembly.
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