TM 9-2320-366-34-2
14-7. FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER BRACKET REPLACEMENT
This task covers:
a. Left Front Shock Absorber Bracket Removal
b. Left Front Shock Absorber Bracket Installation
c. Right Front Shock Absorber Bracket Removal
d. Right Front Shock Absorber Bracket Installation
e. Follow-On Maintenance
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Conditions
Front axle shock absorber removed (TM 9-2320-
366-20-3).
Tools and Special Tools
Tool Kit, Genl Mech (Item 78, Appendix B)
Goggles, Industrial (Item 28, Appendix B)
Wrench, Impact, Electric (Item 88, Appendix B)
Socket Set, Impact (Item 58, Appendix B)
Wrench, Torque, 0-150 lb-in. (Item 91, Appendix
B)
Wrench, Torque, 0-175 lb-ft (Item 92, Appendix B)
Wrench, Torque, 0-600 lb-ft (Item 97, Appendix B)
Wrench Set, Socket (Item 85, Appendix B)
Tools and Special Tools (Cont)
Socket Set, Socket Wrench (Item 59, Appendix B)
Wrench Set, Socket (Item 84, Appendix B)
Materials/Parts
Bolt (2) (Item 2, Appendix F)
Bolt (2) (Item 3, Appendix F)
Nut, Self-locking (4) (Item 222, Appendix F) (LH
side)
Nut, Self-locking (Item 219, Appendix F) (LH side)
Nut, Self-locking (Item 228, Appendix F) (RH side)
Personnel Required
(2)
WARNING
Wear appropriate eye protection when
working under vehicle due to the
possibility of falling debris. Failure to
comply may result in injury to personnel.
a. Left Front Shock Absorber Bracket Removal.
(1) Remove self-locking nut (1), screw (2), and clamp (3)
from left front shock absorber bracket (4). Discard self-
locking nut.
CAUTION
When removing bolts, continuous removal of
collars is mandatory. Failure to comply will
result in seizing of collar to bolt.
NOTE
Step (2) requires the aid of an assistant.
(2) Remove four collars (5), bolts (6), left front shock
absorber bracket (4), and two plates (7) from frame rail
(8). Discard collars and bolts.
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