5. Check all of the other suspension components
for any sign of damage, looseness, wear, or
cracks. Replace worn or damaged parts. See
Group 32 of the Recreational Vehicle Chassis
Workshop Manual, or take the vehicle to an au-
thorized Freightliner dealer.
6. Inspect for cracked welds. If cracks are found,
contact Neway immediately for further instruc-
tions.
7. Inspect the torque rod and track bar pivot bush-
ings for excessive wear. Replace worn or dam-
aged bushings. See Group 32 of the Recre-
ational Vehicle Chassis Workshop Manual,or
take the vehicle to an authorized Freightliner
dealer.
8. Move the axle up and down while checking for
signs of looseness due to worn parts at the front
pivot connections. Replace any worn parts by
following the procedures in Group 32 of the Rec-
reational Vehicle Chassis Workshop Manual,or
take the vehicle to an authorized Freightliner
dealer.
9. Check for leaks on the height control valves by
applying a soapy solution, then, watching for
bubbles at all air connections and fittings.
10. Inspect the shock absorbers for oil leaks and
worn rubber bushings. Replace the shock ab-
sorbers and/or rubber bushings if wear or dam-
age is noted. For instructions, see Group 32 of
the Recreational Vehicle Chassis Workshop
Manual, or take the vehicle to an authorized
Freightliner dealer.
11. Remove the safety stands and lower the vehicle
to the ground. Run the engine until air pressure
of at least 100 psi (689 kPa) is maintained
throughout the system.
IMPORTANT: Repeat this check at both ends of
the vehicle.
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A. Measure here for suspension ride height.
1. Frame Rail 2. Axle Housing 3. Axle Centerline
Fig. 1, Ride Height Inspection (typical Neway suspension shown)
Suspension 32
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