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CAUTION
Do not lift or support the trailer on any part of the axle or suspension
system. Never go under any trailer unless it is properly supported on
jack stands which have been rated for the load. Improperly supported
vehicles can fall unexpectedly and cause serious injury or death.
2. After the unit is properly supported place a suitable block under the axle
tube near the end to be repaired. This block is to support the weight of
the axle only, so that suspension COMPONENTS can be removed.
3. Disassemble the U-bolts, nuts, and tie plates.
4. Remove the spring eye bolts and remove the spring and place on a
suitable work surface.
5. If the spring eye bushings are to be replaced, drive out the old bushing
using a suitable drift punch.
CAUTION
Be sure to wear safety glasses when removing or installing force
fitted parts. Failure to comply may result in serious injury.
6. Drive the new bushing into the spring eye using a piloted drift punch or a
close tting bolt inserted through the bushing.
7. Reinstall repaired or replaced components in reverse order.
Note: For multiple axle units, the weight of each axle must be supported
as outlined in Step 2 before disassembly of any component of the
suspension system.
If the equalizer or equalizer bushings must be replaced, follow the instructions
above for lifting and supporting the trailer unit and then proceed as follows:
Suspensions
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