U-Bolt Torque Checking, Freightliner Spring
sb mm 32.04.001
Check the U-bolt torque of both the front and rear axles.
Notice: Failure to retorque the U-bolt nuts could result in spring breakage and abnormal tire wear.
In a diagonal pattern, tighten all 5/8–18 U-bolt nuts 205 lbf·ft (278 N·m); tighten all 3/4–16 U-bolt nuts 300 lbf·ft (407 N·m); and tighten all 7/8–14 U-bolt nuts 460 lbf·f (624 N·m).
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