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TM-9-2330-331-14-P Semitrailer Flatbed: Break Bulk/Container Transporter 34 Ton M872A4 (NSN 2330-01-497-0706) (LIN S70159) Manual

SUSPENSION MAINTENANCE

TM 9-2330-331-14&P

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KINGPIN/UPPER COUPLER PLATE REPLACEMENT-continued

INSTALLATION

WARNING

Kingpin/upper coupler plate weighs 302 lbs. (137 kgs). Caution

must be used during removal and installation to avoid serious

injury or death.

1. Ensure all contact areas between the new kingpin/upper coupler plate, and the trailer structure are clean

and smooth. (It is not necessary to remove all of the grease from the surface.)

2. Lift new kingpin/upper coupler plate (4) in place using a forklift or other secure method.

NOTE

A forklift with side movement capability of the forks enhances positioning the

kingpin/upper coupler plate.

3. Align the kingpin/upper coupler plate (4) so that it is slides into preslots on the main beams. The

forward edge of the upper coupler plate (4) is to be flush with the forward face of the frame.

4. Align bolt holes on trailer frame with bolt holes on upper coupler plate (4).

5. Install new bolts (3), washers (1), and new locknuts (2) into bolt holes.

6. Torque locknuts per WP 0088 00-1.

7. Install front floor boards according to WP 0061 00-2.

END OF WORK PACKAGE

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