TM 9-2330-294-14
bracket and secure with self-locking nut and flat
(4) Remove lock nut and remove snubber and
washer. Tighten nuts to 65-90 lb ft torque.
adapter from frame.
(2) Install snubber and adapter to frame using
(5) Remove lock nut and flat washer from each
self-locking nut. Tighten nut to 280-360 lb ft torque.
end of shock absorber. Remove shock absorber.
(3) Reassemble adapters to chain ends.
b. Repair. Replace damaged parts or chain if
(4) Connect chain to axle and adapter using two
badly rusted or frozen at the joints.
retaining pins and cotter pins.
c. Installation.
(5) Connect spring to chain using cap screw,
NOTE
lock washer, nut spacer and clamp, Tighten nut
Prior to installation lubricate chain and
securing chain spring to chain to 23 - 30 lb ft torque.
retaining pins with oil (OE/HDO).
Attach spring to eye bolt on frame.
(1) Position shock absorber on axle and frame
Figure 4-64. Shock absorber and axle stop chain (semitrailer
No. 1 through
200 ).
4-57. Shock Absorber and Axle Stop Chain
(4) Remove lock nut and flat washer from each
end of shock absorber. Remove shock absorber.
(Semitrailer no. 201 and on)
b. Repair. Replace damaged parts or chain if
badly rusted.
a. Removal.
c. Installation. Install in the reverse order of
(1) Detach spring from eye bolt on frame and
removal. Tighten lock nut on shock absorber to 65-
chain. Remove spring.
90 lb ft torque. Tighten lock nut on snubber and
(2) Remove chain from axle and adapter by
adapter to 280 - 360 lb ft torque.
removing two cap screws and self-locking nuts.
(3) Remove lock nut and remove snubber and
adapter from frame.