TM-9-2330-331-14-P

SEMITRAILER, FLATBED: BREAKBULK/CONTAINER TRANSPORTER, 34 TON, M872A4

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, ORGANIZATIONAL, DIRECT SUPPORT, AND GENERAL SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LISTS

DECEMBER 2005

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TM 9-2330-331-14&P

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FRONT AND REAR AXLE REPLACEMENT

AXLE ALIGNMENT

NOTE

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Ensure that semitrailer is unloaded and level from side to side and from

front to rear.

•

Install radius rods per WP 0057 00-2.

1.

Measure distances “A” and “B” from kingpin to axle spindles. Measurements should be within

1/8 in. (3.2 mm) of each other.

2.

Measure distances “C” and “D” between axle spindles. Measurements should be within 1/8 in.

(3.2 mm) of each other.

3.

Measure distances “E” and “F” between axle spindles. Measurements should be within 1/8 in.

(3.2 mm) of each other.

NOTE

Perform step 4 if improper measurements were obtained In steps 1 through 3.

4.

Loosen two nuts (17) on radius rod (18) and turn radius rod to adjust. Ensure that nuts are

tightened when alignment is obtained.

5.

If true alignment cannot be obtained, inspect and replace worn or bent suspension parts,

(WP 0073 00-2) or replace affected axle.