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13-46. M1088 FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT/REPAIR (CONT)
(12) Install identification plate (24), spacer (25), washer (26),
and self-locking nut (27) on stud (9).
WARNING
Use care when installing springs. Springs
are under tension and can act as
projectiles when released.
Failure to
comply may result in injury to personnel.
(13) Install connecting link (28), secondary lock handle (29),
and spring (30) in fifth wheel top plate (2).
(14) Install pin (31) in connecting link (28).
g. Top Plate Installation.
WARNING
Fifth
wheel
top
plate
weighs
approximately 310 lbs (141 kgs). Attach a
suitable lifting device prior to installation.
Failure to comply may result in injury to
personnel or damage to equipment.
NOTE
Step (1) requires the aid of an assistant.
(1) Position fifth wheel top plate (1) on subframe (2).
(2) Install two pins (3) in fifth wheel top plate (1).
(3) Install two bolts (4) and self-locking nuts (5) in fifth wheel
top plate (1).
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