Front ..........................................................................................19
Dry van trailers .................................................................................. 19
Reefer trailers.................................................................................... 20
Rear ...........................................................................................21
Dry van trailers .................................................................................. 21
Reefer trailers.................................................................................... 22
Essential parts .........................................................................23
Landing gear..............................................................................23
Changing the gear ......................................................................... 25
Running gear .............................................................................29
Suspension system ........................................................................... 29
Sliding suspension ......................................................................... 32
Wheels and tires ............................................................................... 33
Brake system .............................................................................35
Air system ......................................................................................... 35
Brake system .................................................................................... 39
Slack adjuster ................................................................................ 40
Brake chambers............................................................................. 40
Floor assembly .................................................................................. 42
Roof assembly .................................................................................. 43
Door assembly .................................................................................. 44
Rear impact guard .....................................................................51
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