MCi Crusader II 1989 Maintenance Manual page 393

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MC-9 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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2-9/16" (65
mm)
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NYLOCNUT
TIGHTEN NYLOC NUT
UNTIL INDICATED
DIITANCI! IS ACHIEYID
2-9/16" (65 mm)
Figure 12-19. Stud Mounted Drive Axle Shock lnstallatlon.
Replacement is the reversal of removal. Tighten the mount-
ing nuts at the eye end of the shock absorbers to 150-160
foot-pounds (203-216.96 Nm) torque. Tighten the nut on the
stud end of the drive axle shock absorbers until the distance
.Jetween the cupped washers is 2-9/16" (65 mm). Refer to
figure 12-19.
MAIN SUSPENSION AIR FILTER
The purpose of the Type E air filter (figure 12-20) is to keep
the suspension and accessory air system free from foreign
matter. It is located on a mounting strap on the right hand front
air tank with the air tilter itself facing inside between the right
and left front air tanks.
The filter element and cover gasket should be replaced
approximately every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) under average
operating conditions. It may be necessary to change the ele-
ment and gasket more or less frequently depending on the
amount of dirt and sludge. etc., accumulated in the filter. It is
also recommended that the change be made prior to seasonal
freezing temperatures to prevent the element from freezing due
to possible water sludge in the system.
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Body
2. Element
3. Gasket
4. Lockwuher
5. Nut
6. Support
7. Cover
8. SIUd
Figure 12-20. Type "E" Air Filter.
Figure 12:21. Air Line Filter Installed.
SUSPENSION AIR FILTERS
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Maintenance of the filtration in the air suspension system is
of prime importance. Two air filters are located between the
rear suspension height control valves and the left and right air
springs. One air filter is located ahead of the tee fitting between
the left and right air beams/or air springs and front height
control valve in the front suspension (figure 12-21). These filters
prevent the entrance of foreign matter from the air beams/ or air
spring and suspension members. into the height control valve
when the air pressure is exhausted from the system.