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Ver. 2011-10
30
3
Spring mounting kit
– every 200 hours in operation, initially
after the
first
laden journey –
Check that the lock nuts are tight on the U�
bolts. If they are loose, tighten the nuts
alternately in stages. Do not weld the
trailing arm! Torque setting with a torque
wrench:
M 24
M =
650 Nm
(605 � 715 Nm)
4
Spring bolts
– every 500 hours in operation, latest
annually, initially after the
first
laden
journey –
Check the bushes, moving the vehicle
slightly backwards and forwards with the
brake applied, or moving the spring eyes
with a lever. There must be no play in the
spring eye. If not attached properly the
spring bolt may be damaged.
� Check the lateral wear washers in the
support.
� Check that the M 30 lock nut on the
spring bolts is tight.
Torque settings with a torque wrench:
Air suspension hanger bracket
M 30:
M =
900 Nm
(840�990 Nm)
The service life of the rubber/steel
mounting bushes depends on the firm
attachment of the inner steel bush.
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Damping cylinders, top and bottom
– every 200 hours in operation –
Lubricate via the grease nipples with BPW
special longlife grease (ECO�Li 91) until
fresh grease emerges from the bearing
points.
As well as performing these lubrication
jobs, make sure that the cylinder and the
supply line are always vented.
�
Visual inspection
– every 200 hours in operation –
Check all components for damage and
wear.
1
Check the condition of the damping
cylinders and check them for leaks
– every 500 hours in operation,
latest annually –
2
Check damping cylinders attachment
– every 500 hours in operation,at least
once a year –
Check the damping cylinders are firmly
attached and check for wear.
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BPW hydropneumatic axle suspension systems
