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main reason of springs malfunction, and to eliminate spring creaks.
To lubricate the spring remove it from the vehicle, dismantle, wash in
kerosene, dry and lubricate each leaf thoroughly with the grease, specified
in the grease table.
Small-leaf springs can be greased only on surfaces of the spring ends,
between the clamps and on side surfaces of the leaves.
knocks and creaks in the leaf spring supports indicate the wear of
rubber pads or rubber metal joints in ABS-equipped vehicles.
While installing leaf springs their final tension is carried out under
the vehicle weight.
If anti-roll bar 22 (Fig. 9.21) is removed from the ABS-equipped
vehicle, control the length of the bar arms (Fig. 9.21) when installing
the anti-roll bar. Turn eye 24 (Fig. 9.21) for adjusting the arms. Tighten
locknut 4 after the adjustment is over.
Attention!
Incorrect installation
of the bar can lead to worse handling, increased noise, shorter life of the
front propeller shaft and to breakdowns of the frame parts.
Shock absorber maintenance
involves periodical checks of their
tightness and fasteners. The shock absorber can not be dismantled, and it
does not require specific adjustment during vehicle operation.
Attention!
hydro-pneumatic shock absorber disassembly is strictly forbidden to
avoid accidents.
When driving on an uneven road, the quick stop of bodyshell swings
indicates that shock absorbers work properly.
Wheels and Tires
ATTENTION!
Tires of various models (tread patterns) may have
different sizes and stiffness performances, use identical tires on all wheels.
Worn or damaged tires, under or overinflated tires, deformed rims
or loose rims attachment can cause a car accident. Regularly check the
tires and their pressure, rims and their attachment.
It is recommended to use tires, which correspond to the operation
season and your climate zone.
Screw the nuts by the next but one to tighten the nuts evenly. See the
wheels torque in Appendix 2.
Check the pressure in cold tires.
If intensive uneven wear of the front tires is detected, check and adjust
the toe-in of the front wheels.
