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CAUTION
Failure to support loose receiver tube may allow it to fall,
resulting in minor injury or property damage.
Fig. 13 - Removed receiver tube
9. Remove the receiver tube and continue to operate the
hydraulic actuator until the pivot bushing is completely
drawn into the receptacle.
10. Disassemble and remove the installation tool.
11. Check the spring center and readjust as needed using
dead blow mallet.
Fig. 14 shows a spring center of 1300 mm, for example.
Dual tyre standard measurements:
940mm Intra disc
960 Intra drum
12. Check the proper orientation of the pivot bushing.
Make sure that the orientation index marked “TOP”
(in white colour for illustration purposes) faces upward
and that the bushing position locator of the replacement
bushing is aligned with the bushing orientation line
drawn on the outside of the receptacle
(Fig. 15). If the replacement pivot bushing is not installed
properly, remove and reinstall it.
Remove the pivot bushing on the opposite axle side as
described earlier and install a replacement pivot bushing
as outlined.
8. Operate the Hydraulic pump until the drive nut (6)
and the pivot bushing are completely drawn into the
receptacle (5) and the receiver tube becomes loose and
can be removed (Fig. 13).
Fig. 14 - Checking spring center
Fig. 15 - Checking installation position
FINAL STEPS
Upon replacement of the pivot bushing, perform the
following final steps in compliance with the relevant
operating instructions and the associated repair and
maintenance manual. Observe the relevant safety
instructions and the specified tightening torques:
1. Lift the axle ensuring new wear mounts are installed.
2. Install and slightly tighten new pivot bolts and nuts.
3. Install the shock absorber using new nuts.
4. Remove the axle supports.
5. Apply air pressure to the air suspension system.
6. Remove the wheel chocks.
7. Adjust the ride height.
8. Check the axle alignment of the trailer.
9. Tighten the pivot bolt, referring to the appropriate
tightening instructions and specifications on the
following page.
Ph 03 9971 7900 · [email protected] · 2019-08 · SB-65
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