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TM-9-2320-280-20 HMMWV Technical Manual Unit Maintenance Volume 1 Download

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TM 9-2320-280-20-1 REFERENCE INFORMATION For upper and Iower control arm and bushing replacement instructions, refer to (para 6-28 and 6-29). To test the shocks and springs, drive the vehicle over a variety of terrain. If the vehicle continues to bounce after hitting a bump, the shocks may be worn. If the vehicle bottoms out on the suspension, the shocks may be worn. If the vehicle sags when loaded, the springs maybe worn. If the shock absorber bodies are not warm after driving the vehicle, the shocks are no good. For coil spring and shock absorber replacement instructions, refer to (para 6-30 and 6-31). For instructions on replacing the radius rod, refer to (para 6-25). STEERING SYSTEM 2-475