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ACTT Xspotter Service Manual
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Oil level must be even with bottom of fill plug hole
2 Temperature Indicator Plug - DO NOT REMOVE
3 Fill Plug
Figure 21
Note: When steam cleaning the axle or
within the axle area, the axle breather
cap must be covered to prevent moisture
and contaminants from entering the axle
housing.
• Check the rear axle. See axle
manufacturers’ documentation for
procedures and specifications.
• Inspect the pinion shaft bearing for possible
wear.
• Check pinion bearing wear.
• Inspect the wheel seals and axle area for
evidence of leakage.
Steering and Suspension
Front Suspension
• Check front springs, shackles, mounts,
mount bolts and U-bolts. Check the spring
hangers, mounts and all brackets for cracks
and proper bolt torque.
• Check for broken or cracked leaf springs.
• Inspect spring hangers for cracks.
• Tighten the spring hanger to frame bolts to
specification.
• Check center bolt and springs for shifting on
the axle.
• Check U-bolts for proper torque and to
ensure that the bolts have not shifted. Refer
to the Special Torque Chart in this Service
Manual section.
• Check spring eyes and pins for wear and
cracks. Wear must not exceed 0.125 in.
(3.18 mm).
Steering
• Check the steering gear box for secure
mounting.
• Check steering column for secure mounting
and smoothness of bearings.
• Inspect power steering hoses for damage or
leakage, and routing or clamping.
Note: Refer to the steer axle manufacturers’
documentation for procedures,
specifications, and service intervals.
• Lubricate steering and front suspension
(see manufacturers’ documentation for
interval, procedure and specifications).
Rear Suspension
• Check the rear suspension for cracks
and secure mounting. Refer to the
manufacturer’s service literature, or the
appropriate Autocar suspension service
manual for service procedures.
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