TM 5-4320-300-14
4-46. SPRINGS (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
2.
Frame
Position jack under frame between wheel to be
raised and wheel chock. Jack up frame enough
to relieve tension on spring (usually just as
wheel clears ground) and place jack stands under
frame. Put a wood block under front leg if nec-
essary, to further support trailer. The jack may
have to be raised slightly to accomplish this.
3.
Rear stand
Lower and pin rear stand if possible on same
side.
4.
Springs
Loosen nuts on U-bolts securing spring to axle.
If much tension is noticed, adjust jack and
jack stand support height to lessen tension. Re-
move nuts and shackle. Remove spring bolts
and nuts. Remove spring.
INSTALLATION
5.
Spring
Position replacement spring and install spring
bolts and nuts. Tighten securely. Install U-bolts
from the bottom side of the axle, and install
shackle and mounting nuts. Tighten securely.
6.
Rear stand
If rear stand was raised on same side, remove
pin.
7.
Front leg
Remove wood block from under front leg if
necessary. Raise jack enough to remove jack
stands.
8.
Trailer
Lower trailer to ground.
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