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4-52. CONNECTING LINK (CONT)
13.
Install threaded rod (13) up through connecting link (4), urethane bushing (12) and spacer (15). Install nut (16) onto
threaded rod (13) so that approximately three threads of threaded rod (13) protrude past end of nut (16).
14.
Center bushing tool onto urethane bushing (12) and opening of connecting link (4). Tighten nut (14).
15.
Using a 3/4-inch ratchet, 1-1/8-inch socket, and 1-1/8-inch combination wrench, tighten nuts (14 and 16). Continue
to tighten nuts (14 and 16) until urethane bushing (12) is centered in top and bottom of connecting link (4).
16.
Remove nuts (14 and 16) from threaded rod (13) and removed pieces of bushing tool.
17.
Install shouldered pin (9), two nonmetallic seals (8), and retaining ring (7) onto connecting link (4), and secure with
screw (6).
18.
If connecting link (4) was removed, refer to installation procedure and install connecting link (4). If connecting link
(4) was disconnected from bogie, proceed as follows:
a. Position connecting link (4) onto upper suspension arm (5).
b. Install capscrew (3) through connecting link (4) and upper suspension arm (5). Install nut (2) onto capscrew (3).
c. Using a torque wrench, 1-1/8-inch socket, and 1-1/8-inch combination wrench, torque nut (2) to 205 - 225 lb/ft
(278 - 305 Nm). Tighten nut (2) additionally as required, to aline nut with hole in shank of capscrew (3). Install
safety pin (1) into capscrew (3).
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