TM 9-2330-235-14&P
Section X. SPRINGS AND SHOCK ABSORBERS MAINTENANCE
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Paragraph Title
Number
Shock Absorber Replacement (M514) ...................................................................................................................
Springs and Radius Rods Replacement (M390C) .................................................................................................
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SPRINGS AND RADIUS RODS REPLACEMENT (M390C).
This task covers:
a. Removal
c. Radius Rod Adjustment
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Initial Setup:
Equipment Conditions:
Materials/Parts:
Trailer parked on level surface.
Rags (Item 12, Appendix E)
Tools/Test Equipment:
General mechanic's tool kit
Four locknuts
Common no. 1 shop set
Personnel Required: Two
Drain pan
Lifting device
Two jackstands
a.
REMOVAL
WARNING
Do not attempt to raise trailer with
until shoes just touch ground.
Failure to do so could cause injury to
personnel or damage to equipment.
1.
NOTE
A suitable container should be used
to catch any draining brake fluid.
Ensure that all spills are cleaned up.
2.
Place a suitable container under master cylinder
(1). Disconnect hose (3) from reducer (2) and
allow brake fluid to drain into container.
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