Section XXIX. MAINTENANCE OF REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

TM 5-4210-224-14 & P

Section XXIX. MAINTENANCE OF REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY

Para.

Rear Suspension Shock

General ................................ .................... 4-239

Absorbers Replacement ........................... 4-240

Rear Suspension Leaf Springs

Rear Suspension Stabilizer

and Bushings Replacement....................... 4-242

Bar Replacement ................................ ..... 4-241

4-239. GENERAL.

This section contains information on the maintenance of the rear suspension assembly that are maintainable at the

Organizational level.

4-240. REAR SUSPENSION SHOCK ABSORBERS REPLACEMENT.

This task covers:

a. Removal

b. Installation

INITIAL SETUP:

Tools

General Safety Instructions

Hoist

Engine OFF.

Jack

Transmission in (N) neutral.

General Mechanics Tool Kit

Parking brake and micro-brakelock set.

Materials/Parts

Shock Absorbers (3187845)

REMOVAL

a. Raise the vehicle on a hoist and support the

rear axle independently of the rest of the

vehicle.

b. Disconnect the shock absorber (1) from the

frame by removing the nut (2), spring washer (3)

and/or washer (4).

c. Remove the shock absorber (1) from the axle by

removing the nut (5), spring washer (6) and bolt

(7).

INSTALLATION

a. Install the shock absorber (1) to the frame by

installing the spring washer (3) and/or washer

(4) plus the nut (2).

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