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Component Replacement Instructions
13. Pivot Connection Rubber
Bushing Replacement
IMPORTANT:
When replacing the rubber bushing at
the pivot connection, be sure the correct
SAF-HOLLAND Service Repair Kit is used.
Each kit contains all the necessary parts
to service one axle (2 kits per tandem).
Refer to Section 9 for proper Service
Repair Kit. Both pivot connections should
be serviced at the same time.
IMPORTANT:
It is recommended that the vehicle be
unloaded before beginning service procedures.
1. Support the vehicle frame with adequate jack stands.
Raise the vehicle up approximately 2" (51 mm) above the
suspension’s specified ride height
(Figure 24)
. Re-adjust
the jack stands so they support the full load of the vehicle.
Failure to properly support suspension
during maintenance could create a crush
hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in death, serious injury or
component damage.
2. Exhaust air from the suspension system by:
Automatic control – use height control valve by
disconnecting link at lower connection, then rotate
control arm to exhaust (approximately 20° down)
position, or:
Disconnect the air supply line from the air springs.
3. Disconnect the air spring and shock absorber at lower
connections on both roadside and curbside.
4. Disconnect height control valve linkage at lower
connection.
NOTE:
The SAF-HOLLAND bushing service tool,
Part No. 505 44 015 is available to ease removal
and replacement of bushings. Contact your
SAF-HOLLAND distributor for details.
5. Make sure all air has been exhausted from the PosiLift air
spring and the suspension air springs. Disconnect the air line
from the bottom of the PosiLift air spring.
Failure to completely exhaust air springs
prior to removal could result in unexpected
air spring movement which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Figure 24
“A”
RIDE HEIGHT
