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TM 9-2330-398-24
3-9. AXLE REPLACEMENT (continued).
b.
INSTALLATION
1.
Using jacks, position axle (5) in place under semitrailer. Raise jacks and rotate axle (5) into position on ends of
both suspension springs (4).
2.
At each end of axle (5), loosely install spring seats (9) two cushioning pads (10), and spring end cap (11 ) with two
U-bolts (6), eight washers (3), and four nuts (2).
3.
At each end of axle (5), loosely install spring end cap (11) on spring seat (9) on axle (5) with four screws (1),
washers (8), and nuts (7).
4.
Torque eight nuts (2 and 7) evenly between 200 and 320 lb-ft (271 and 434 N-m).
5.
Position supports or cribbing under axle (5). Lower and remove jacks.
6.
Using lifting device, raise rear of semitrailer and remove supports or cribbing. Lower semitrailer to ground.
FOLLOW ON MAINTENANCE:
• Install brake air chambers para 2,
• Install hub and brakedrum assemblies (para 2-63).
• Install re and wheel assemblies (para 2-62).
• Disconnect ground (refer to TM 9-2330-398-10).
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