TM 9-2330-373-14 & P
14-34. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (cont)
REMOVAL OF SHOCK ABSORBER
1.
Apply 65 psi (448.2 k pa) air pressure to suspension, or block up semitrailer to design height of 14 inches as
measured from centerline of axle to underside of frame.
2.
Remove nuts (4) and flat washers (3) securing
top and bottom shock absorber mounting eyes to
shock mount studs (1).
3.
Remove shock absorber (2).
INSTALLATION OF SHOCK ABSORBER
1.
Position eyes of shock absorber (2), large end
up, on ends of mounting studs
2.
Lightly tap shock absorber onto studs, using
hammer and wood block.
1.
Mounting stud
2.
Shock absorber
3.
Flat washer
4.
Nut
4-35. AIR MOUNTED KINGPIN
THIS TASK COVERS
a.
Adjustment of height control
Troubleshooting Reference
valve
Item No.
b.
Removal of air spring
25
Air springs flat
c.
Installation of air spring
26
Unlevel condition when
d.
Removal of shock absorber
fully inflated
e.
Installation of shock absorber
27
System deflates rapid-
f.
Removal of fifth wheel plate
ly when parked
hinge components
28
Air springs blown out
g.
Installation of fifth wheel
plate hinge components.
h.
Removal of adjusting rod,
i.
Installation of adjusting rod
Test Equipment Required: None
Personnel Required: 1
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