TM 9-2320-365-20-3
15-3. FRONT AXLE SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
c. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Conditions
Engine shut down (TM 9-2320-365-10).
Cab raised (TM 9-2320-365-10).
Tools and Special Tools
Tool Kit, Genl Mech (Item 44, Appendix C)
Wrench, Torque, 0-600 lb-ft (Item 59, Appendix C)
Tools and Special Tools (Cont)
Goggles, Industrial (Item 15, Appendix C)
Wrench Set, Socket (Item 48, Appendix C)
Materials/Parts
Nut, Self-Locking (Item 144, Appendix G)
Nut, Self-Locking (Item 145, Appendix G)
WARNING
Wear appropriate eye protection when
working under vehicle due to the possibility
of falling debris.
Failure to comply may
result in injury to personnel.
a. Removal.
(1) Remove self-locking nut (1) and screw (2) from upper
bracket (3). Discard self-locking nut.
(2) Remove self-locking nut (4) and screw (5) from lower
bracket (6). Discard self-locking nut.
(3) Remove shock absorber (7) from upper bracket (3) and
lower bracket (6).
b. Installation.
(1) Position shock absorber (7) in upper bracket (3) with
screw (2) and self-locking nut (1).
(2) Extend or compress shock absorber (7) length to align
with holes in lower bracket (6).
(3) Position shock absorber (7) in lower bracket (6) with
screw (5) and self-locking nut (4).
(4) Tighten self-locking nut (1) to 200-236 lb-ft (271-320
N·m).
(5) Tighten screw (5) to 296-370 lb-ft (401-502 N·m).
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