TM 9-2330-386-14&P
5-5 AXLES (CONT) .
WARNING
For proper operation of brakes, both axles must be
positioned with brake chambers to the front of
semitrailer and slack adjusters to the rear.
(2) Position axle (9) under springs
(10) with brake chambers toward
front of semitrailer. Raise
axle (9) into position.
(3) On both sides of axle (9),
aline raised surface of
alinement plate (12) (which is
w e l d e d to spring seat (11)
u n l e s s axle is new) with recess
(13) on underside of spring
assembly.
(4) Install two pads (8) with
rounded edges on spring (10).
Install end cap (7).
(5) Install two U-bolts (6), four
washers (5), and lock nuts (4).
Do not tighten lock nuts.
(6) Install four capscrews (3),
washers (2), and lock nuts (1).
Do not tighten lock nuts.
(7) Repeat steps (4) through (6)
above for other side of axle
(9).
NOTE
I f installing new axle, go to step e. A x l e
Alinement
listed below.
(8) Torque U-bolt locknuts (4) to 300 lb-ft.
(9) Torque end cap lock nuts (1) to 180 lb-ft.
(10) Repeat steps (8) and (9) above for other side of axle (9).
( 1 2 ) Remove axle and frame supports.
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