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SECTION 10
Troubleshooting Guide
HN
®
FR SERIES
CONDITION
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTION
Suspension has harsh or
bumpy ride
Incorrect auxiliary spring adjustment
Adjust auxiliary spring to proper setting. See Auxiliary Spring
Adjustment in the Preventative Maintenance Section of this
publication.
Damaged auxiliary spring assembly
Replace auxiliary spring assembly.
Damaged bolster spring assembly
Replace bolster spring assembly.
Vehicle leans
Incorrect auxiliary spring adjustment
Adjust auxiliary spring to proper setting. See Auxiliary Spring
Adjustment in the Preventative Maintenance Section of this
publication.
Damaged auxiliary spring assembly
Replace auxiliary spring assembly.
Damaged bolster spring assembly
Replace bolster spring assembly.
Irregular tire wear
Incorrect axle alignment
Align axles. Refer to vehicle manufacturer’s specifi cations.
HN
®
FR Series
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