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such as tie rod ball;
f. If suspension components are damaged and
loose, such as wear resisting washer between
lifting lug and leaf spring eye or bracket;
g. If front axle and wheel alignment is
correct;
h. If lubrication failure and “oil, water or
air leakage”.
i. If the cylinder type shock absorber is
malfunction ( Shock absorber failure
analysis as shown by the left table );
4) Service and maintenance
a. Leaf spring plate and clip should be
replaced in time. These components are prone
to be damaged under overload and severe road
conditions. Once damaged parts are found,
replace or repair them immediately;
otherwise it may lead to major accident.
b. Leaf spring stop bolt should be checked and
lubricated timely so as to ensure normal
operating of suspension system.
c.Bolts, nuts and leaf spring center bolts
should be retightened every 1,500 km
according to relevant torque requirements.
d. Once stop block is damaged or missing,
replace it timely; otherwise it may lead to
excessive jumping of axle which will