TM 9-2320-302-340073 00-2FRONT AXLE CASTER ADJUSTMENT - CONTINUED0073 00ADJUSTMENT - CONTINUEDWARNINGBefore removing shim(s), ensure vehicle is properly supported to prevent possible injury to personnel.3.Raise spring (4) high enough from axle (5) to allow removal of shim(s) (6).4.Remove spacer (7), shim(s) (6), and dowel (8).5.Install dowel (8) in axle (5).WARNINGIf more than one shim is to be added, shims must be welded together prior to installation. Failure to do somay cause shim slippage resulting in equipment damage and/or injury to personnel.NOTEInstall shims with tapered end toward front of vehicle.6.Install new shim(s) (6) to obtain +3.5 to +6.5 degrees of caster angle.NOTEEnsure dowel protrudes through shim(s) enough to hold spacer in place. If dowel does not protrude intospacer, replace dowel.7.Install spacer (7).8.Lower spring (4) onto axle (5).9.Coat threads of two U-bolts (3) with antiseize compound.10.Install four washers (2) and nuts (1) on two U-bolts (3). Tighten nuts to 380-460 lb-ft (515-624 Nm).END OF WORK PACKAGE34125867
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