Manual Eixo Dianteiro 2011-11 ENG

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Edition october/11
Front Axle (Non-tractive)
MFS 06
MFS 07
MFS 08
MFS 14
MM11135
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Index
1 - Important information .......................................................................................... 03
2 - Exploded view .................................................................................................... 04
3 - Introduction and description ............................................................................... 06
4 - Failure correction ................................................................................................ 10
5 - Inspection ........................................................................................................... 12
6 - Lubrifcacion e Maintenance ............................................................................... 15
7 - Adjustments ........................................................................................................ 21
8 - Removal ............................................................................................................. 33
9 - Preparation of parts for assembly ....................................................................... 40
10 - Installation ......................................................................................................... 45
11 - Torque specifcations .......................................................................................... 60
12 - Special tools ....................................................................................................... 62
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Important information
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Updating of Changes in the Axle
To maintain the maintenance manual up-to-
date, for each change that occurs in the axle,
a Technical Instruction will be issued with the
data and the implications stemming from these
changes. At the foot of each of each page of this
manual, there is an area designated for noting
the number of each Technical Instruction that in-
volves possible changes occurring on that page,
as shown in the example below:
Safety
The use of safety equipment is of extreme im-
portance at the time of maintenance of the axle.
Upon using a hammer or carrying out any
operation that involves impact, use safety
goggles.
Upon handling hot parts, use appropriate
gloves.
ASBESTOS AND NON-ASBESTOS FIBERS
Some brake linings contain asbestos fbers,
a hazardous cancer and pulmonary disease
causing agent. Some brake linings contain f-
bers without asbestos, but for which the effects
of prolonged exposure are unknown. Great
care must be taken upon handling both types
of material.
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Cotter pin
2 Castle nuts
3 Steering arm
4 Key
5 Pivot
6 Bolt
7 Lubrifcation pin
8 Shaft end cover - with hole for lubri-
cation
9 Shaft end cover - sealed
10 Gasket
11 Needle bearing
12 Tip shaft bronze bushing
13 Tip shaft nylon bushing
14 Stub axle
15 Castle nuts
16 Cotter pin
17 Seal - Tip shaft bushing
18 Nut limiter bolt
19 Steering limiter bolt
20 Porca Castelo
21 Cotter pin
22 Shim
23 Beam
24 Flat key
25 Cotter threaded
26 Key nut
27 Axial bearing and plan seal
28 Axial bearing and seal
29 Whole axial bearing and seal
30 King pin
31 Key
32 Connecting arm
33 Cotter pin
34 Castle nuts
35 Pivot of the tie bar
36 Screw clamp
37 Lock nut
38 Connecting bar
39 Sealer cub
40 Internal bearing cone
41 Internal bearing cup
42 Wheel bolt
43 Hub
44 Bearing wheel cup - internal
45 Bearing wheel cone - internal
46 Adjustment nut
47 Lock ring pierced
48 Lock washer
49 Counter nut
50 Washer D
51 Adjustment nut
52 Cotter pin
53 Gasket
54 Cover hub
55 Bolt and nut
56 Shaft end cover
57 Washer key
Introduction and description
Description
The front non-drive axles ArvinMeritor have the
following components: (Figure 1).
Tie bar, stub axle and king pin.
The right side tie bar is the mirror image of
the left side tie bar and converts the force of
the tie bar into movement to turn the right side
stub axle, wheel and tire around the king pin.
The stub axle and king pin assembly is similar
to the left side, except for the absence of the
steering arm.
Stub axle
Stub axles are evaluated in accordance with
the front axle capacity. All models use straight
stub axle pins. Three types of bushings are
used: nylon, bronze and Easy Steer.
Steering Arm
The steering arm (normally a cast component)
converts the force of the steering arm in a turn-
ing movement through the left side axle stub
king pin.
Figure 1
Figure 1a
CONNECTING
ARM
TIE BAR
PIVOT
TIE BAR
STEERING
ARM
STUB AXLE
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Identifcation of the Axles
All the information necessary for any ArvinMeri-
tor front axle is indicated on the axle identifca-
tion plate. Figure 2.
Before beginning service operations, identify
the unit to be repaired, consulting the identif-
cation plate fastened on the beam. This infor-
mation will allow correct identifcation of the
spare parts desired, thus allowing execution of
a more rapid and precise service operation.
Model (Model)
Cust.No. (Customer n)
Part.No. (Part n)
Ratio (Reductions of the differential)
Srie No. (Serie n)
Date (Date of manufacture)
Designation of the model. See Figures 3 and
3A. For information regarding all models, see
Figure 4.
Identifcation Plate
Figure 2
Figure 3
FRONT
AXLE
FF - 931 - NX-122
BASIC CAPACITY
A 5.000 lbs (2268 Kg)
B 6.000 lbs (2722 Kg)
C 7.000-8.000 lbs (3175-3629 Kg)
D 9.000 lbs (4082 Kg)
E 10000 lbs (4536 Kg)
F 12.000-13.200 lbs (5443-5987 Kg)
G 14.600 lbs (6622 Kg)
L 16.000-20.000 lbs (7258-9072 Kg)
LX 30.000 lbs (13.608 Kg)
U 28.000-30.000 lbs (12.701-13.608
Kg)
BASIC SERIES
BRAKE
SPECIFICATION
NUMBER
NUMERICAL
SEQUENCE
VARIACIN PRINCIPAL
0 Conceptual design FMVSS-121
1 Stub axle of straight axle with seal
and new steering arm assembly
2 Const.. stub pin with seal
3 Larger beam and stub axle
4 Easy Steer Bushing
5 Tubular beam
6 Low weight beam
7 Model with center point
8 Easy Steer Plus Bushing
ALTERACIN DE PROYECTO
0 Tempered king pin
1 Straight king pin
2 Special connecting arm
3 Distance of 127 mm (5) from the center of
the stub axle to the spring seat
4 Distance of 127 mm (5) from the center of
the stub axle to the spring seat and special
connecting ARMS.
5 Special wheel end
6 Double lowering of the beam
MODEL
CUST. NO.
PART. NO.
SER. NO.
RATIO
DATE
MFS - XX - 000X - NX XXX
NEW MODELS
Meritor
F = Front
S = Non-drive
steering axle
GAWR pounds
or tone
INDICATES VARIATION ON THE
BEAM KING PIN OR BUSHING:
1 - Straight king pin Easy Steer
2 - bushing Tapered king pin needle be-
aring
3 - Beam of alloy material (India)
4 - Straight king pin bronze bushing
KPI
0 - No Standard
1 - 68 (1727,2 mm)
2 - 69 (1752,6 mm)
3 - 71 (1803,4 mm)
4 - 71,5 (1816,1 mm)
5 - 72 (1828,8 mm)
6 - 65,25 (1657,4 mm)
7 - 60 (1524,0 mm)
8 - 67,5 (1714,5 mm)
9 - 68,5 (1739,9 mm)
HEIGHT FROM THE CENTER
OF THE BOSS FOR THE
KING PIN TO THE SURFACE
OF THE SPRING SEAT
0 - No Standard
1 - 3,30 (83,8 mm)
2 - 3,50 (88,9 mm)
3 - 3,74 (3,74 mm)
4 - 5,00 (127,0 mm)
5 - 2,50 (63,5 mm)
MAIN DESIGN VARIATION
A - Conventional stub axle
B - Whole connecting arm
C - Whole connecting arm and backing
plate
D - Whole connecting arm, brake spider
and unitized hub
GAWR = Gross Axle Weight Rating
KPI = king Pin Inclination
= Inches
MANUFACTURING LOCATION
N - North America
S - South America
E - Europe
A - Australia / Asia
NUMERICAL
SEQUENCE
BRAKE
Figure 3A
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For axles manufactured in Brazil identifed by the initial 8, adopt the values for the axles identifed by the initial 9.
E.g., FF-844 adopt values indicated for FF-944.
Figure 4 - INFORMATION ON MODELS OF THE NON-DRIVE FRONT AXLES
NUM./MOD. CAPACITY MAIN VARIATION DESIGN ALTERATION
FC-901 3.175 Kg (7.000 lbs) Conceptual design FMVSS-121 Straight stub axle pin
FC-903 3.175 Kg (7.000 lbs) Conceptual design FMVSS-121 Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle cen-
ter to spring seat
FC-921 3.175 Kg (7.000 lbs) Conceptual design FMVSS Straight stub axle pin
FC-941 3.629 Kg (8.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Straight stub axle pin
FD-833 2.070 Kg (4.560 lbs) Larger beam and stub axle Straight stub axle pin
FC-901 4.082 Kg (9.000 lbs) Conceptual design FMVSS-121 Straight stub axle pin
FC-931 4.082 Kg (9.000 lbs) Larger beam and stub axle Straight stub axle pin
MFS-09 4.082 Kg (9.000 lbs) Larger beam and stub axle Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle cen-
ter to spring seat
FD-961 4.536 Kg (10.000 lbs) Low weight beam Straight stub axle pin
FE-970 4.536 Kg (10.000 lbs) Centered point design Tempered stub pin
FF-921 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Sealed stub axle pin Straight stub axle pin off road
FF-931 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Straight stub axle pin
FF-932 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Special connecting arm
FF-933 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat
FF-934 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat and special connecting arm
FF-941 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Straight stub axle pin
FF-942 5.987 Kg (13.200 lbs) Easy Steer Design Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat
FF-943 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Special connecting arm
MFS-13
FF 944
5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat and special connecting arm
FF-961 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Straight stub axle pin
FF-971 5.443 Kg (12.000 lbs) Centered point design Straight stub axle pin
FG-931 6.622 Kg (14.600 lbs) Straight stub axle pin
FG-933 6.622 Kg (14.600 lbs) Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat
FG-941 6.622 Kg (14.600 lbs) Easy Steer Design Straight stub axle pin
FG-943 6.622 Kg (14.600 lbs) Easy Steer Design Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat
FL-931 9.072 Kg (20.000 lbs) Straight stub axle pin
FL-933 9.072 Kg (20.000 lbs) Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat
FL-941 9.072 Kg (20.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Straight stub axle pin
FL-943 9.072 Kg (20.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Distance 127 mm (5) from stub axle center
to spring seat
FL-951 9.072 Kg (20.000 lbs) Tubular axle beam Straight stub axle pin
FU-910 12.600 Kg Sealed stub axle pin and connecting
arm assembly
Tapered stub axle pin
FU-935 13.608 Kg Special wheel ends
MFS-06
5301
2.631 Kg (5.800 lbs) Easy Steer Design Straight stub axle pin
Easy Steer bushing
MFS-07
MFS-08RA
3.171 Kg (7.000 lbs) Easy Steer Design Straight stub axle pin
Easy Steer bushing
Failure correction
Failure correction
Check the tables below to correct possible failures in the axle
CONDITION CAUSe CORRECTION
Tires wear out rapidly or have ir-
regular wear
1. Tires with incorrect calibration.
2. Unbalanced tires.
3. Incorrect alignment of tandem
axles.
4. Incorrect divergence.
5. Incorrect steering arm geom-
etry.
6. Excessive play of the wheel
hub
1. Calibrate the tires with the
specifed pressure.
2. Balance or change tires.
3. Align the tandem axles.
4. Adjust the divergence.
5. Repair the steering arm as
necessary.
6. Readjust the play of the end
bearings.
Vehicle with steering diffculty 1. Low pressure in the hydraulic
steering system.
2. Steering joints need lubrica-
tion.
3. King pin stuck.
4. Incorrect steering arm geom-
etry.
5. Caster out of adjustment.
6. Connecting arm ends diffcult
to move.
7. Worn back-up ring.
1. Repair the steering system.
2. Lubricate the steering joints.
3. Replace the king pin.
4. Correct the steering system as
necessary.
5. Adjust the caster.
6. Replace the ends.
7. Replace the ring.

Tie bar terminals worn 1. Tie bar pivots need lubrication.
2. Severe operating conditions.
3. Damaged cowl in the pivot of
the tie bar
1. Lubricate the pivots of the tie
bar. Check that the lubrication
tables are being followed.
2. Increase the frequency of lu-
brication inspection.
3. Replace the cowl.
Tie bar, pivot, steering arm or
connecting arm crooked or bro-
ken
1. A great deal of pressure in the
steering power system.
2. Interruption pressure of the
steering power system out of
adjustment.
3. Vehicle working under severe
conditions.
4. Steering box poorly adjusted
or not operating well.
5. Steering limits adjusted incor-
rectly.
1. Adjust the pressure of the
steering power system.
2. Check that the vehicle is oper-
ating correctly.
3. Install the Add-on type system
correctly.
4. Check.
5. Check adjustments of steering
limits
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Failure correction
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Failure Correction
Check the tables below to correct possible failure in the axle.
CONDITION CAUSE CORRECTION
Steering pivot worn or broken 1. Torque of the tie rod greater
than specifed.
2. Lack of lubrication or incorrect
lubrication.
3. Directional steering limit out of
adjustment.
1. Tighten the fasteners of the tie
rod fasteners with the speci-
fed torques.
2. Lubricate the steering joints.
3. Adjust the limits with the speci-
fed dimensions.
King pins and bushings worn 1. Gaskets or seals lacking or
worn.
2. Incorrect lubrication.
3. The axle is not lubricated with
the specifed frequency.
4. Incorrect lubrication proce-
dures.
5. Lubrication frequency incom-
patible with the operating con-
ditions.
1. Replace the gaskets and
seals.
2. Use the specifed lubricant
3. Lubricate the axle with the
specifed frequency.
4. Use the correct procedures.
5. Change the frequency to be
compatible with the operating
conditions.
Front axle vibrating or shaking
during operation
1. Caster out of adjustment.
2. Unbalanced wheels and/or
tires.
3. Worn shock absorbers.
1. Adjust the caster.
2. Balance or replace the wheels
and/or tires.
3. Replace the shock absorbers.
Inspection
Inspection
Perform the following procedures during an in-
spection:
Fasteners Check that all the fastening
elements are tightened with the specifed
torques. Use a torquemeter to check the
torques. Reading must be made as soon as
the bolt or nut begins to move. Correct the
torque if necessary. Replace any damaged
fastener.
CAUTION
REPAIR OR RECOVERY OF THE FRONT
AXLE COMPONENTS IS NOT PERMIT-
TED. ARVINMERITOR RECOMMENDS RE-
PLACEMENT OF COMPONENTS WHICH
ARE DAMAGED OR OUTSIDE OF SPECI-
FICATION. MOST OF THE COMPONENTS
UNDERGO THERMAL TREATMENT. THE
COMPONENTS MAY NOT BE STRAIGHT-
ENED, WELDED, HEATED OR REPAIRED
IN ANY WAY WITHOUT THE RESISTANCE
OR DURABILITY OF THE COMPONENT BE-
ING REDUCED AND INVALIDATING THE
GUARANTEE AND MAY EVEN CAUSE AC-
CIDENTS WITH THE VEHICLE RESULTING
IN DAMAGES OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Damage and wear Inspect the parts of the
axle in regard to damage and wear. Look for
bends or cracks. Replace all damaged or
worn parts.
Puntos de pivote Asegrese que no hay-
an puntos de pivote sueltos. Cercirese que
los puntos de pivote estn lubricados.
Operacin Asegrese que todas las pie-
zas muvanse libremente por todo el radio
de giro.
Desgaste de neumtico - Inspeccione los
neumticos cuanto a evidencias de daos o
desalineacin de la suspensin.
Check the vertical play of the stub axle
1. Place blocks in the front and back of the rear
wheel to keep the vehicle from moving.
WARNING
Do not work under the vehicle supported only
by a jack. The jack might slip and cause injury.
Use adequate supports.
2. Use a jack to raise the vehicle until the front
wheels are suspended. Support the front
axle on safe stands.
3. Support a magnetic base with a dial indica-
tor on the beam and support the thickness
gauge of the dial indicator on the top of the
stub axle. Figure 5.
4. Place a crowbar between the boss of the
steering arm and the beam. Force the stub
axle upward. Figure 6.
5. Clear the dial indicator.
6. Force the stub axle upward with the crowbar
and take a reading and note the result.
Figure 5
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Inspection
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
The result of the reading must be between 0.02 -
0.64 mm (0.001- 0.025) for new or reconstruct-
ed axles and 0.025 - 1.650 mm (0.001-0.065)
for axles in use. Figure 6.
If the reading is 0 (zero), remove the stub axle
and remove shims from the shim pack. See the
Removal and installation sections of this manual.
If the reading is greater than the maximum spec-
ifed, remove the stub axle and add shims to the
package. See the Removal and Installation sec-
tions of this manual.
Check wear of the stub axle bushings
1. Place blocks in the front and back of the rear
wheel to keep the vehicle from moving.
WARNING
Do not work under the vehicle supported
only by a jack. The jack might slip and cause
injury.
2. Use a jack to raise the vehicle until the front
wheels are suspended. Support the vehicle
on safe stands.
3. Check the wear of the upper bushing of the
stub axle. Install a magnetic base with a dial
indicator on the beam and support the thick-
ness gauge on the side of the boss of the
steering arm on the stub axle. Figure 7.
NOTE:
If a bushing is damaged, it is necessary to
exchange the two bushings of the stub axle.
5. Laterally move the top of the side of the tire
several times. If the dial indicator indicates
play of 0.25mm (0.010), the bushing is worn
or damaged. Replace the two bushings. See
the Removal and Installation sections of this
manual. Figure 7A.
6. Check the lower bushing of the stub axle. In-
stall a magnetic base with a dial indicator on
the beam and support the thickness gauge of
the dial indicator on the boss of the connect-
ing arm on the lower part of the stub axle.
Figure 8.
Figure 6
Figure 7A
CROWBAR
Inspection
8. Laterally move the lower part of the side of
the tire several times. If the dial indicator indi-
cates play of 0.25 mm (0.010), or more, the
lower bushing is worn or damaged. Replace
the two bushings. See the Removal and In-
stallation sections of this manual. Figure 8A.
Check tie bar ends
Hold and try to move the tie bar in any direc-
tion. If any movement or play is felt between
the ends of the tie bar and the connecting arms,
remove and replace the pivots of the tie bar.
See the Removal and installation sections of
this manual. Figure 9.
Figure 8A
Figure 9
CONNECT-
ING ARM
PIVOT OF
THE BAR
TIE BAR
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Lubrifcation and maintenance
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Classifcation Table of vehicles according to the application group, date of manu-
facture and operating conditions.
Application group table.
Group
(See page 20)
Aplication Year Production Operation Condition
1
Only on paved roads or high-
ways, transportation lines
After July 1996
Before July 1996, use
the group 3.
Operations of high mile-
age (over 80.500Km
/ year [50,000 miles])
95% on paved roads or
highways.
2
Firefghters, Urban Delivery,
buses, heavy Highways, School
Bus, Motor Home
After July 1996
Before July 1996, use
the group 3.
Low mileage Operations
(less than 80,500 km /
year [50,000 miles]).
3
Timber, Oil, Construction, Heavy
transport, road tractor, Residen-
tial Trash.
All Low mileage Opera-
tions (less than 40,200
km / year [25,000
miles]) heavy Load and
substantial off-road
operation.
4
Mining, Off-road Tractor, Gravel
and earth
Heavy freight service
5 Mining, Timber, Construction
Highly heavy work and
80 to 100% off-road
operations
Lubricant Specifcations
Figure 10 Table w / Highway and Urban Delivery (Applicable in FF and FD including FD-931, FD-933 and FD-
961)
Figure 11 Table of Specifcation and greasing intervals for non-tractive Front Axle
Figure 12 Specifcation Table and Wheel Hub Oil Change Intervals
1 Acceptable Designations. Motor Oils Multi Weights are acceptable if SAE values end in 40 or 50.
2 Acceptable Designations. Motor Oils Multi Weights are acceptable if SAE values end in 0.
Note: The conditions stated in the Users Vehicle Manufacturer override the conditions contained in this manual
1 Applies to pivots on Easy Steer shafts and Conventional. Inspect pivots every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) for wear and damage.
Perform maintenance as necessary.
2 Meritor recognizes that the industry continually seeks to improve the selection and use of synthetic grease in vehicle maintenance.
However, as we know, some sealants expand into contact with synthetic grease. See Meritor references about the application of
synthetic grease before using it in vehicle maintenance.
1 Applies to pivots on Easy Steer shafts and Conventional. Inspect pivots every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) for wear and damage.
Perform maintenance as necessary.
Part Greasing interval Grease
2
Meritor
Specifcation
NLGI
graduation
Grase classifcation
King pins
Kin pin bush
Pivots direction arms
Pivots connection arms
Direction bar
1
Once a year or
whiever comes frst
Multi purpose
grease
2
0-617-A 1
6% Ltio
12-Hidroxyl Stearato
0-617-B 2
8% Ltio
12-Hidroxyl Stearato
Part Greasing interval Grease
Meritor
Specifcation
NLGI
graduation
Grase clas-
sifcation
Temperatura
externa
King pins
Kin pin bush
Pivots direction arms
Pivots connection arms
Direction bar
1
Once a year or
whiever comes frst
Multi pur-
pose grease
0-617-A
ou
0-6187B
1
ou
2
6% Lithium
12-Hidroxyste-
arato or lithium
complex
See the grease
manufacturers
specifcations
regarding working
temperature limit.
Cube Unit Sealed for Trucks
Cube doesnt re-
quire lubrication
Sealed unit None No
Oper. on Road/
Intervals
Intervals for off-road
operation
Meritor
Specif.
Militar
Specif.
Oil
descrip-
tion
External temperature
Check
oil level
Cambiar
oil
Check
oil level
Cambiar
oil
C F
Min Max. Min. Max.
1.600 km
(1.000
miles)
O que
ocorrer
primeiro:
Troca de
veda-
dores.
Realin-
hamento
de
Freios.
160.000
km
(100.000
miles)
Uma vez
ao ano
1.600 km
(1.000
miles)
O que ocor-
rer primeiro:
Troca de ve-
dadores.
Realin-
hamento de
Freios.
160.000 km
(100.000
miles)
Uma vez ao
ano
0-76A
Oil Gear
MIL-L-2105-D
GL-5 SAE
85W/140
12 No 10 No
0-76D
Oil Gear
MIL-L-2105-D
GL-5SAE
80W/90
-26 No -15 No
0-76E
Oil Gear
MIL-L-2105-D
GL-5SAE
85W/140
-40 No -40 No
0-76J
Oil Gear
MIL-L-2105-D
GL-5SAE
75W
-40 2 -40 36
leo Motor
Carga Pesada
MIL-L-2104-B
-C, -D ou E
API-CD,
-CE-SF ou
-SGSAE 40
ou 50
12 No 10 No
leo Motor
Carga Pesada
MIL-L-2104-B
-C, -D ou E
API-CD,
-CE-SF ou
-SGSAE 30
-26 No No
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General
Lubricate the king pins, the pivots at the end of
the connecting arms, the pivots on the steer-
ing arms and the greased bearings with the ap-
proved lubricant. See Figures 10, 11 and 12,
Lubrication tables.
Lubricate the wheel ends lubricated with oil with
the oil specifed in Figure 12. When to lubricate
and perform maintenance on the assemblies.
See the Table in Figure 18 on the end of this
section.
King pins conventional front axles.
NOTE:
These procedures apply to the conventional
front axles 833, 901, 903, 910, 935, 952 and
970. See the identifcation plate on the axle
beam.
On conventional axles, the greasers are locat-
ed at the side of the stub axle.
WARNING:
Do not work under the vehicle supported
only by the jack. The jack might slip and
cause serious injuries.
1. Raise the vehicle until the tires leave the
ground. The tires must be suspended when
the king pins are lubricated. Place the vehicle
on stands. Place shims in front and back of the
rear wheels to keep the vehicle from moving.
2. Lubricate the king pins through the upper and
lower greasers (grease zerks) at the side of
the stub axle. Figure 13.
3. Apply lubricant until the new lubricant passes
between the upper shim pack and the seal.
4. Lower the vehicle until the wheels touch the
ground.
5. Apply lubricant in the lower lubrication pin un-
til the new lubricant fows and flls the ring.
King pins sealed front axles and Easy
Steer
NOTE:
his procedure applies to the front axles se-
ries: 833, 911, 921, 931, 932, 933, 934, 941,
942, 943, 951, 961, 963, 971 and 975. See the
identifcation plate on the beam.
On the sealed front axles and Easy Steer, the
greasers are located on the upper and lower
covers of the king pins on the stub axle.
1. Check that the tires are touching the ground.
DO NOT RAISE THE VEHICLE.
2. Lubricate the kings pins through the greasers
on the top and on the lower part of the stub
axles. Figure 14.
3. Apply lubricant until the new lubricant passes
between the upper shim pack and the seal.
NOTE:
On Axle 5301 (MFS-06) the lubricant passes
through the seal and on the surfaces of the
junction of the beam with the stub axle.
Figure 13
LUBRICATING
PIN
The lubricant must
fow from here
Pivots of the steering arms, pivots of
the tie bars, and tie rods.
1. Check that the tires are touching the ground.
2. Apply the lubricant until the new lubricant fows
from the cowl.
Wheel bearings lubricated with grease
Ver la Figure 16.
1. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Re-
move and disassemble the hub. See Remov-
al of the Wheel End.
2. Remove the old lubricant from all the parts.
Discard the seals. Inspect the wheel bearings
in regard to damage or wear. Replace them if
there is damage or wear. See Preparation of
Parts for Assembly.
3. Force the entry of lubricant through the cavi-
ties between the rollers and the cage through
the larger side of the cone. Place lubricant
on the hub in the space between the bearing
covers up to the level of their least diameter.
Figure 16.
4. Install the inner and outer cones on the re-
spective hub covers. The caps must be pre-
cisely seated on the hub seat.
5. Install the new seals on the hubs.
6. Install the wheel assembly and tires. Install the
outside cone bearing of the wheel on the hub.
Install the adjusting nut.
7. Adjust the wheel bearings. See the Section
Adjustment of wheel bearings.
Figure 14
Figure 15
Figure 16
The lubricant must
fow from here
The lubricant must
fow from here
LUBRICANT
PIN
LUBRICANT
LUBRICANT
PIN
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Tightening the nuts of the king pin keys
NOTE:
This procedure applies to all the models of
the front axle, except for 901, 903 and 970.
Check the identifcation plate on the beam.
Tighten the nuts that fasten the keys on the side
of the stub axle with a torque of 30-55 ft-lbf (41
- 61 N.m) at the frequency indicated below. Fig-
ure 18.
After the frst 10,000 Km (6,000 Miles) of ve-
hicle operation.
At every 58,000 Km (36,000 Miles) of opera-
tion.
Figure 18
Figure 17
LUBRICANT
Key nut
Wheel bearings lubricated with oil
Check the level on the cover. If the oil level is
not within specifcation graded on the cover, re-
move the fll plug and put the oil up to the level
indicated. Figura 17.
Lubrifcation and Maintenance
Figure 19 Lubrication, inspection and maintenance table
Component
(See page 15)
Service Intervals
48
hours
8.000
km/
100
hours
Primeros
10.000 km
operacin
16.100
km
32.200
km
58.000
km
64.000
km
80.500
km
160.000
km
320.000
km
5.000
miles
6.000
miles
10.000
miles
20.000
miles
36.000
miles
40.000
miles
50.000
miles
100.000
miles
200.000
miles
Tie bar end
Group 1 Application I L*
Group 2 Application I L*
Group 3 Application I, L*
Inspect the tie bar as-
sembly
Group 1 Application I
Group 2 Application I L
Group 5 Application I I L
Inspect tie bar I L
Steering arm pivot I L
Easy Steer axle pivot I L
Sealed pivot I L
Steering arm I L
King pins, bushings I L
Sttering arm bolt I L
Axle bearings I L
Inspect vertical play in
Group 2 Application I L
Desgaste bujes superi-
ores y inferiores de los
pernos maestro
Key nuts
New vehicle T
Vehicle in use T
Inspection sealed hub unit I
I = Inspect
L = Lubricate
T = Tighten with the specifed torque
*If your vehicle is washed with a pressure washer, the lubrication intervals must be more frequent. For the models MF 06 (5301), FMS 07, FMS 07 RA,
lubrication must be performed every 20.000 km.
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Inspection before alignment
Check the items below before performing align-
ment of the front wheels.
Inspection
See the Inspection section. Page 12.
Wheels and Tires
Check that the tires have correct calibration.
Check that the front tires are of the same size
and type.
Check that the nuts are tightened with the
specifed torque.
Check that the wheels are balanced.
Front suspension
Check that the fastening elements are tight-
ened with the specifed torque.
Check if the springs are damaged.
Check if the stops are worn or damaged.
Rear axle and rear suspension
Wear of the front tire may be caused by the
rear axle. If the outside treat of a front tire is
worn and the inside tread of the other front tire
is worn, check the following:
Check that all the fasteners are tightened with
the specifed torque.
Check that the springs are not worn or dam-
aged.
Check that the bushings of the spring assem-
bly are not damaged or worn.
Check that the torques of the rods (if used) are
correctly adjusted.
Check that the chassis is not twisted.
Check that the rear axle (especially a tandem
axle) is correctly aligned. See the procedures
of the vehicle or suspension manufacturer.
References to any recommendations and
specifcations of the vehicle or suspension
manufacturer.
Adjustments
Front wheel alignment
Verifque el alineamiento de las ruedas del-
anteras cuando ocurrir las siguientes situacio-
nes:
Every 320,0000 Km (200,000 Miles) or 24
months (normal maintenance).
When the vehicle does not steer correctly.
To correct conditions of tire wear. There are
two types of alignment of the front wheels.
One simplifed alignment and another more
complete alignment.
Simplifed alignment of the front wheels
Perform simplifed alignment of the front wheels
for all normal maintenance conditions.
Perform simplifed alignment of the front wheels
in the following sequence:
1. Inspect all the systems that may affect align-
ment. See Inspection Before Alignment, in
this section.
2. Check and adjust wheel bearings.
3. Check and adjust divergence.
Complete alignment of the front wheels
Perform complete alignment of the front wheels
to correct steering and tire wear.
Perform complete alignment of the front wheels
in the following sequence:
1. Inspect all the systems that may affect align-
ment. See Inspection Before Alignment, in this
section.
2. Check and adjust the wheel bearings.
3. Check and adjust the maximum turning angle.
4. If the vehicle has a hydraulic steering system,
check and adjust the pressure release in the
hydraulic steering system. See the procedure
on page 26.
5. Check and adjust the turning angle (diver-
gence in the turns and Ackerman angle).
6. Check the inclination of the king pin (or steer-
ing axle).
7. Check the Camber angle.
8. Check and adjust the Caster angle.
9. Check and adjust the divergence.
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Checking and adjustments of the wheel
bearings
WARNING:
Do not work under the vehicle supported only
by a jack. The jack may slip and cause injury.
1. Use a jack to raise the vehicle under the front
wheels are suspended. Support the vehicle
on secure stands.
2. Remove the bolts and remove the gasket
and the hub cover.
3. Check that the brake drum and the hub fas-
teners are tightened with the specifcations
from the manufacturer.
4. Fasten a magnetic base with a dial indicator
on the lower part of the hub or of the brake
drum.
Adjust the thickness gauge on the center of the
stub axle and clear the indicator. Figure 19.
NOTE:
Do not push or pull the hub or the brake
drum by the upper part and the lower part.
Pulling or pushing by the upper and lower
part will not give the correct reading.
5. Measure the play pushing and pulling on each
side of the hub or drum while making the read-
ing. The play is the total of the distance be-
tween pushing and pulling. If the play is not
within 0.02 - 0.25 mm (0.001-0.005), adjust
the wheel bearings. Figure 19.
6. If necessary, adjust the wheel bearings. See
items from 7 to 13.
7. On the fasteners locked with double nuts,
take off the lock washer from the lock nut.
Remove the check nut, the lock washer and
the perforated lock washer. Figure 20.
On the fasteners with single nuts, remove the
cotter pin from the adjustment nut. Figure 21.
NOTE:
When removing or installing adjustment
nuts, use the correct size socket so as not
to damage the hex form of the nut.
Figure 20
Figure 20a
Figure 21
CHECKNUT
PERFORATED
RETAINING
RING
With the magnetic base mounted on the lower part, push
and pull the sides of the tire
LOCK WASHER
OF THE CHECK-
NUT
ADJUSTMENT
NUT
Adjustments
NOTE:
Do not strike the adjustment nut with a met-
al hammer. Do not use a chisel or punch to
loosen the adjustment nut. This may cause
damage to the nut.
8. Use a torquemeter to tighten the adjustment
nut with 100 ft-lbf (136 N.m) while turning the
tire in both directions.
9. Loosen the nut completely and then tighten
with a torque of 20 ft-lbf (27 N.m) while turn-
ing the tire.
10. On the single nut fasteners, do the following:
a. Return the adjustment nut 1/8 turn. Figure
23.
b. Turn the adjustment nut to align the slot with
the nearest hole in the stub axle for placing
the cotter pin.
c. Install a new cotter pin in the nut.
d. Measure axial play. Play must be within 0.02
- 0.25 mm (0.001-0.005). See items 4 - 5.
Readjust if necessary.
11. On the double nut and lock fasteners, do the
following:
a. Return the adjustment nut 1/3 turn. Figure
24.
b.Install the perforated retaining ring, the lock
washer and the cotter pin.
c. For checknuts of 41.3 mm (1 1/8) to 66.7mm
(2 1/8), tighten with a torque of 200 - 300 ft-
lbf (271 - 407 N.m).
For checknuts of 66.7 mm (2 1/8) or more,
tighten with a torque of 250 -400 ft-lbf (339 -
542 N.m).
d. Measure axial play. The play must be within
0.02 - 0.25 mm (0.001-0.005). See items 4 -
5. Readjust if necessary.
12. Install the gasket and hub cover. Install the
bolts and tighten with a torque of 20 - 30 ft-lbf
(27 - 41 N.m).
13. Lower the vehicle to the ground. Check if the
vehicle operates correctly. .
Figure 22
Figure 23
Figure 24
1. TIGHTEN THE NUT 100 ft-lbf.
(136 N.m)
2. RELEASE THE NUT COM-
PLETELY
3. RELEASE THE NUT
20 ft-lbf.. (27 N.m)
D OR WEDGED
WASHER
RETURN THE NUT 1/8 TURN ON
THE SINGLE NUT FASTENER AND
1/3 TURN ON THE DOUBLE NUT
COTTER PIN
ADJUSTMENT
NUT
25
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Adjustment of the maximum turning
angle
CAUTION:
ADJUST THE MAXIMUM TURNING ANGLE
ONLY IF THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER
SPECIFIES THIS ADJUSTMENT. DO NOT IN-
CREASE THE MAXIMUM TURNING ANGLE.
IF THE ANGLE IS INCREASED, THE CON-
NECTING ARMS, THE TIE BAR AND THE
END OF THE TIE BAR WILL BE DAMAGED.
Check the angle if the front tires rub against
the fender or if the steering gear has under-
gone maintenance. Use alignment equipment
to check the angle. Follow the procedures of
the equipment manufacturer.
The limiter bolt at the rear of the stub axle con-
trols the maximum turning angle.
or a hydraulic steering system, the limiter bolt
MUST NOT touch the stub axle or the beam
(depending on where it is installed). The limiter
bolt must always have minimum play of 3 mm
(1/8), as shown in Figure 24.
For the manual steering system, ArvinMeritor
recommends play in the steering limiter bolt
of 3 mm (1/8). Contact with the limiter bolt is
acceptable if no other limiters are used in the
steering system.
CAUTION:
IF THE LIMITER BOLT IS MISSING, BENT
OR BROKEN, THE SYSTEM REQUIRES AD-
JUSTMENTS. SEE MECHANICAL LIMITER
IN THIS SECTION.
NOTE:
If the steering system is out of adjustment,
check if the steering arm is not damaged.
Use magnetic particles or penetrating fuid
to check for the existence of cracks in the
steering arm. Pay special attention to the el-
bow, cone and the area near the pivot. See
the vehicle manufacturer manual in regard to
other procedures.
CAUTION:
IN THE HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM,
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE MUST BE RE-
LIEVED OR REDUCED AT THE END OF THE
STEERING STROKE (WITH 3 MM OR 1/8
MINIMUM PLAY ON THE LIMITER BOLT).
IF THE PRESSURE IS NOT RELEASED,
THE FRONT AXLE COMPONENTS WILL BE
DAMAGED.
1. Place a 3mm (1/8) spacer between the lim-
iter bolt and the boss on the axle beam.
2. Turn the wheel until the boss on the axle
beam touches the spacer in front of the lim-
iter bolt. Measure the turning angle.
3. If the turning angle is out of vehicle manufac-
turer specifcation, do the following:
A. Loosen the checknut on the limiter bolt.
B. Turn the limiter bolt until the specifed angle is
obtained. Figure 25.
C. Tighten the checknut with the torque in accor-
dance with the table on page 60.
Figure 25
CHECK NUT
MAXIMUM
TURNING
ANGLE
POSITION OF STUB AXLE IN REGARD TO
ADJUSTMENT OF THE LIMITER BOLT
LIMITER
BOLT
Adjustments
Adjustment of pressure relief on the
Hydraulic Steering System
Pressure relief on the hydraulic steering system
ceases or reduces the pressure applied to the
axle in the entire turning stroke.
Check pressure relief if the steering arm is dam-
aged or if there is maintenance in the steering
gear.
Two types of systems are used for adjustment of
pressure relief:
Mechanical limiter on the Pitman arm or on
the auxiliary cylinder.
Hydraulic pressure relief on the steering gear.
CAUTION:
ARVINMERITOR DOES NOT RECOMMEND
A HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM THAT
DOES NOT HAVE A MECHANICAL LIMITER
OR A PRESSURE RELIEF BEFORE OB-
TAINING THE MAXIMUM TURNING ANGLE.
THE LIMITERS OR PRESSURE RELIEVERS
ARE USED TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE
AXLE.
Mechanical Limiter
Use a mechanical limiter on the steering system
to adjust the pressure relief.
Do not use the limiter bolt of the stub axle to ad-
just the pressure relief.
NOTE:
See the recommended procedure in the ve-
hicle manufacturer manual.
CAUTION:
USE A PRESSURE GAUGE TO CHECK THE
FALL OF PRESSURE IN THE MAXIMUM
RELEASE SYSTEM UP TO A LIMIT OF 700
- 1.000 PSI (4825 - 6890 KPA) BEFORE COM-
PLETING THE TOTAL TURN.
Systems with mechanical limiters are adjusted
by 1/8 turn before the limiter bolt touches the
boss on the axle beam.
Adjustment is made in the turning positions to-
tally to the left and totally to the right. Figure 26.
Figure 26
CHECK NUT
POSITION OF STUB AXLE AFTER
PITMAN/CYLINDER ARM LIMITERS
CLEARED
MAXIMUM TURN-
ING ANGLE
LIMITER
BOLT
27
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Hydraulic Pressure Relief in the Stee-
ring Gear.
NOTE:
See vehicle manufacturer specifcation.
NOTE:
The limiter bolt will always have minimum
play of 3 mm (1/8).
Hydraulic steering gears with a poppet valve
are adjusted with a spacer between the limiter
bolt on the stub axle and the boss on the axle
beam. The poppet valves are adjusted for cut-
ting or reducing the pressure at the distance of
the spacer. Figure 27.
Turning Radius Angle
See Figure 28.
When one performs a curve, the internal wheel
must turn at a greater angle than the external
wheel. This angle is the turning radius angle (fre-
quently called the Ackerman angle). The angle
is constructed in the design of the connecting
arms, ends of the connecting arms and the tie
rod assembly to give the greatest possible con-
tact of the tire with the ground and minimize
wear during curves.
Check the turning radius angle with the radius
plates on the equipment for alignment. See
the procedure in the equipment manufacturer
manual.
Figure 27
Figure 28
CHECK NUT
SPACER
POSITION OF STUB AXLE FOR ADJUST-
MENT OF THE POPPET VALVE
TURNING RADIUS ANGLE
TURNING
ANGLE
CENTER LINE OF THE
FRONT AXLE
CHASSIS CENTER
LINE
CENTER LINE OF
THE REAR AXLE
LIMITER
BOLT
Adjustments
Inclination of the king pin
See Figure 29.
NOTE:
See vehicle manufacturer specifcations in
regard to inclination of the king pin.
Inclination of the king pin (or steering axle) is the
angle measured between the center line of the
king pin and the vertical position (as seen from
the front of the vehicle). The inclination of the
king pin and the camber angle places approxi-
mately the center of the tire tread in contact with
the ground. This reduces the force of the steer-
ing turn and improves steering stability.
Use alignment equipment to check the inclina-
tion angle of the king pin. See the equipment
manufacturer procedure.
The inclination of the king pin is not adjustable.
If the inclination does not have the specifed an-
gle, check if the axle beam or the stub axle is not
damaged. Perform maintenance if necessary.
Camber angle
See Figure 30.
THE CAMBER ANGLE IS NOT ADJUST-
ABLE. ARVINMERITOR DOES NOT RECOM-
MEND CHANGING THE CAMBER ANGLE OR
CURVE OF THE AXLE BEAM. IF THE AXLE
BEAM IS CURVED TO CHANGE THE CAM-
BER ANGLE, RESISTANCE OF THE AXLE
IS REDUCED AND THE GUARANTEE IS AN-
NULLED. THE AXLE MAY BE DAMAGED.
AN AXLE DAMAGED BY BENDING OF THE
BEAM MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS AND CON-
SEQUENT PERSONAL INJURY.
Camber is the tire angle with the respective
ground. The camber is positive when the dis-
tance between the top of the wheels is greater
than the distance at the base of the wheels.
Creating a small positive camber is performed
at the stub axle because the camber changes
in accordance with the load. This results in a
zero camber angle when the vehicle operates
under normal load.
If the camber is more than 1 1/2 degrees out-
side of that specifed, tire wear will occur. Di-
agonal tires more easily show camber excess,
while in radial tires, this excess is not so evi-
dent.
Figure 29
Figure 30
CAMBER
INCLINATION OF
THE KING PIN
ZERO OR
NEUTRAL
LOAD
POSITIVE
CAMBER
INCLINATION OF THE KING PIN
29
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
The camber is not adjustable. The camber angle
is obtained in machining of the axle beam. If the
camber angle is not within specifcations, check
the axle beam or the stub axle in regard to wear
or damage. Perform maintenance if necessary.
Use alignment equipment to verify camber
angle. See the equipment manufacturer proce-
dures.
See vehicle manufacturer specifcations in re-
gard to the correct camber. The table in Figure
31 shows the specifcations that ArvinMeritor
uses on the axles, but always in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer specifcations.
CAMBER ANGLE RECOMMENDATIONS
Figure 30
CONDITIONS
LEFT
SIDE
RIGHT
SIDE
LEFT AND
RIGHT SIDES
Camber angle
machined in the axle
Hubs not installed
Hub not installed in the
vehicle
Axle without load
Axle camber angle with
hubs installed
Axle not installed in the
vehicle
Axle withou load.
Camber angle with load
Axle installed in the
vehicle
OLD CAMBER
SPECIFICATION
AXLES WITH ASSEMBLY
DATES:
NEW CAMBER
SPECIFICATION
AXLES WITH AS-
SEMBLY DATES:
September 1
1992 or after
without P suffx
+ 45 Nominal + 15 Nominal + 15 Nominal
+ 1 Nominal
+45 ( 26)
ou
+111 a +19
(fnal reading)
+41 a 11
(fnal reading)
No date on the plate
August 1992 or before
Any date suffx P
+15 ( 26)
ou
+41 a -11
(fnal reading)
+_
+_ +_ +_
+15 ( 26)
ou
+41 a -11
(fnal reading)
+1 ( 26)
ou
+1 26 a 34
(fnal reading)
+11 a -41
(fnal reading)
+11 a -41
(fnal reading)
+1 26 a 34
(fnal reading)
NOTE:
MFS - 013
FF 844 CURRENT
ONLY AMERICAN
AXLES
MFS08RA
FD 833 - MFS - 09
5301 - MFS 06
FC 845 - MFS 07
LEFT AND RIGHT
SIDES
AXLES IN
BRAZIL
Adjustments
Identifcation of the assembly date of
the front axle
All the necessary information regarding assem-
bly of the axle, including the date, for any Arvin-
Meritor axle is on the identifcation plate. Figure
31.
The identifcation plate is fastened in the center
of the axle beam.
Before beginning service operations, identify the
unit to be repaired. This information will allow
correct identifcation of the spare parts desired,
thus allowing execution of a more rapid and pre-
cise service operation.
Model (Model)
Cust.No. (Customer number)
Part.No. (Product number)
Ratio (Reductions of the differential)
Srie No. (Series n)
Date (Date of manufacture)
Figure 31
BEAM SEEN FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE
EXAMPLE OF IDENTIFICATION PLATE
31
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Caster angle
See Figure 33.
The caster angle is the angle of the vertical line
up to the center line of the king pin when viewed
from the side of the vehicle. If the top of the cen-
ter line of the king pin is turned toward the rear of
the vehicle, the caster angle will be positive. The
positive caster creates a moment of self align-
ment to stabilize the vehicle when traveling in
a straight line forward. If the caster angle is too
much, it will increase the steering turning effort
or it may increase vibration of the front wheels.
The caster angle is controlled by tempered
shims installed under the spring assembly. Ad-
just the caster angle in accordance with the ve-
hicle manufacturer procedure.
Use alignment equipment to verify the caster
angle. See the vehicle manufacturer procedure.
he caster specifcations are provided by the ve-
hicle manufacturer. See the vehicle manufac-
turer specifcations to adjust the caster angle.
If the manufacturer specifcations are not avail-
able, ArvinMeritor recommends a caster adjust-
ment of +1o to + 2- 1/2o for vehicles with manual
steering and +2o to +4 -1/2o for vehicles with
hydraulic steering. Axles model FE-970 and FE-
971 have a recommended caster angle of -1/2o
to -2o.
Divergence adjustment
Specifcations:
In accordance with vehicle manufacturer
specifcations.
Divergence is the ratio of distance between the
fronts of the front tires and the back of these
same tires. When the distance in front is less
than in back, the wheels are in divergence. Di-
vergence is necessary to go against the ten-
dency for convergence of the tires when the
vehicle is in movement. Incorrect divergence re-
sults in rapid wear of tires.
CAUTION:
MOST CASES OF TIRE WEAR ARE CAUSED
BY INCORRECT DIVERGENCE. DO NOT
CHANGE THE CAMBER OR ADJUST THE
CASTER TO CORRECT TIRE WEAR PROB-
LEMS. IF THE AXLE ASSEMBLY WAS DAM-
AGED (BENT) TO CORRECT CASTER OR
CAMBER, AXEL RESISTANCE IS REDUCED
AND, AS A RESULT, THE GUARANTEE IS
ANNULLED. AN AXLE DAMAGED BY BEND-
ING OF THE BEAM MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS
AND CONSEQUENTLY PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Check that the vehicle is on a fat surface.
Place shims under the rear wheels to keep
the vehicle from moving. Raise the vehicle
until the tires are off the ground.
2. Use paint or chalk to mark the central area of
both tires around their entire perimeter.
3. Place the calibrator bar indicators on the
marks of each tire. Check that a straight
line will be marked on each tire, completely
around it.
Figure 33
FORWARD
NEGATIVE
CASTER
POSITIVE
CASTER
Center line of the
king pin
Adjustments
NOTE:
Do not measure divergence with the front
axle raised (off the ground). The weight of
the vehicle must be on the axle when diver-
gence is measured.
4 Lower the vehicle to the ground. Move the
vehicle forward and backward at a distance
of 3 meters.
5. Place the calibrator bar behind the tires.
Raise the pointers until they are at the same
height as the stub axles. Align the pointers
with the marks on the tires. Measure and
note the distance between the pointers.
6. Place the calibrator bar in front of the tires.
Raise the pointers until they are at the same
height as the stub axles. Align the pointers
with the marks on the tires. Measure and
note the distance between the pointers.
Figure 33.
7. To obtain the result of the measurement,
subtract the value obtained in the front of the
tire from the value from the back. Figure 34.
8. If the divergence is outside of specifcations,
use the following procedure:
a. Loosen the nut and bolt in each end of the
tie bar.
b. Turn the tie bar until the specifed diver-
gence is obtained.
c. Tighten the nut and bolt at each end of the
tie bar with the specifed torque. See the
Torque Table.
9. Repeat items from 1 to 7 to check the dimen-
sion of the divergence.
Figure 34
Figure 35
FRONT OF VEHICLE
B MINUS A IS EQUAL TO DIVERGENCE
33
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Removal of the tie rod
See Figure 36.
1. Remove the cotter pins from the pivots.
2. Remove the nuts from the pivots.
3. Disconnect the tie rod from the Pitman arm
and from the steering arm.
4. Inspect the tie rod. See the section Prepara-
tion of Parts for Assembly.
Removal of the steering arm
See Figure 37.
1. Remove the cotter pin and the nut that fasten
the steering arm to the tie rod. Disconnect the
steering arm.
2. Remove the cotter pin and the nut that fasten
the steering arm to the stub axle.
3. Remove the steering arm from the stub axle.
If necessary, strike the end of the arm with
a plastic or leather hammer to separate the
steering arm from the stub axle.
4. Remove the key from the steering arm.
5. Inspect the steering arm. See the section
Preparation of Parts for Assembly.
Figure 36
Figure 37
PITMAN
ARM
TIE ROD
STEERING
ARM
STEERING
ARM
TIE ROD
Removal
Removal of the connecting arms, pivots
of the tie bar, and the tie bar
1. Remove the cotter pins and the nuts that fas-
ten each pivot to the connecting arms.
2. Disconnect the tie bar, connecting arm as-
sembly Is necessary, use a tool to separate
the connecting arm from the tie bar. Figure 38.
3. Remove the cotter pins and the nuts that fas-
ten connecting arms to the stub axles.
4. Remove the connecting arms from the stub
axles. If necessary, strike with a plastic or
leather hammer to separate the connecting
arm from the stub axle. Remove the key.
5. If necessary, remove the ends of the tie bar.
Follow the following procedures: Figure 38.
7.Inspect the parts. See the section Preparation
of Parts for Assembly.
a. Mark the position at which each end is in-
stalled on the tie bar.
b. Remove the nuts and bolts of the clamp on
the tie bar.
c. Remove the pivots of the tie bar.
6. The clamp may be turned to facilitate removal
of the nut and bolt. Figure 40.
Figure 38
Figure 39
Figure 40
TIE BAR
MARKS
PIVOT OF THE TIE BAR
CLAMP
NUT AND
BOLT
PIVOT OF THE
TIE BAR
CONNECTING
ARM
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Removal of the wheel ends
WARNING:
Do not work under the vehicle that is supported
only by a jack because the jack might slip and
cause serious personal injuries.
1. Raise the vehicle until the wheels leave the
ground. Support the vehicle with safe stands.
2. Remove the bolts that fasten the hub cover.
Remove the cover and gasket.
NOTE:
When loosening or tightening the adjust-
ment nuts, always use a correct size socket
to avoid damaging the nuts.
3. Remove the fasteners of the wheel bearings.
Follow the procedures below:
Double Nut Fasteners
a. Unfold the loops of the lock washer of the
checknut and adjustment nut.
b.Remove the checknut, the lock washer, the
perforated retaining ring and the adjustment
nut of the stub axle. Figure 40.
Fasteners with Single Nut
a. Remove the cotter pin from the adjustment
nut. Figure 4.
b. Remove the adjustment nut and the D or
wedged washer as may be the case from the
stub axle. Figure 42.
4. Remove the cone of the outside wheel bear-
ing from the hub.
5. Remove the wheel and the tire, the hub and
the drum as a set.
Removal of the king pins and stub ax-
les
1. Remove the wheel ends as described in this
section.
2. Remove the air from the brake system. Dis-
connect the air lines of the brakes.
3. Remove the braking assembly from the stub
axle.
4. Remove the connecting arms, steering arm
from the stub axle. See the procedure in this
section.
Figure 41
Figure 42
PERFORATED
RETAINING RING
ADJUSTMENT
NUT
CHECKNUT
LOCK WASH-
ER OF THE
CHECK NUT
ADJUSTMENT
NUT
COTTER PIN
D OR WEDGE
WASHER
DOUBLE NUT AND
ADJUSTMENT LOCK
ADJUSTMENT WITH SINGLE NUT
Removal
5. Remove the bolts of the covers on the top
and lower part of the stub axle. Remove the
covers and gaskets. Figure 43.
NOTE:
All models except for FC-901, FC-922, FE-
970, FF-971 and FL-901 use threaded keys.
The models FC-901, FC-922, FE-970, FF-971
and FL-901 use fat keys.
6. Remove the fat or threaded keys. Follow the
following procedure:
Removal of the Flat Key
WARNING:
Wear safety goggles. Do not strike steel parts
or tools with a steel hammer because fragments
may come off and cause injury.
a. Use a bronze hammer and a steel punch to
remove the key. Support the punch at the
smaller end (D profle) of the key. Figure 44.
Removal of the Threaded Keys
a. Loosen the lock nut until the top of the nut
is even with the end of the key.
WARNING:
or tools with a steel hammer because fragments
may come off and cause injury.
CAUTION:
FORCE MUST BE APPLIED DIRECTLY ON
THE EXTREMITY OF THE NUT EVEN WITH
THE KEY. IF FORCE IS NOT APPLIED DI-
RECTLY AT THIS LOCATION, THE KEY MAY
BE DAMAGED.
b. Use a bronze punch and a hammer to
strike the end of the nut to loosen the key.
Figure 44.
c. Remove the nut of the key. Remove the
key from the stub axle.
Figure 43
Figure 44
COVER
GASKET
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NOTE:
If the bushings are not replaced, follow the
following procedure to prevent any damage
during removal of the king pin.
1. Remove any chip on the punch that may
touch the king pin.
2. Cover the end of the punch with adhesive
tape.
NOTE:
o optimize tire wear on roads with regular
surfaces, the housings of the right and left
king pins on the beam are machined for
slightly different angles of the king pin. The
front of the beam must be installed turned
to the front of the vehicle.
The front of the beam is marked by the iden-
tifcation plate fastened on it and/or a small
paint mark on the left side of the beam. If the
plate and the paint mark are absent, identify
the front of the beam for correct installation.
In Brazil, only the FF front axle model needs
this identifcation.
7. Use a bronze punch and a hammer to re-
move the king pin from the stub axle. Figure
46.
If there is diffculty in removal of the king pin,
use a hydraulic king pin remover. See Table of
Special Tools section.
WARNING:
Use gloves when removing the shims because
they have sharp edges.
NOTE:
Identify the stub axle in relation to the side
of the beam.
8. Remove the stub axle from the beam. Re-
move the shims (if any), the axial bearing
and the seal between the beam and the stub
axle. Figure 47.
9. Inspect the parts. See Preparation of Parts for
Assembly section.
Figure 45
Figure 46
Figure 47
KEY
NUT
PINO
MAESTRO
SHIMS (BE-
TWEEN THE
BEAM AND THE
STUB AXLE)
AXIAL BEARING
AND SEAL
Removal
Removal of bushings from the stub axle
1. Remove and discard the front seal of the
bushing. Figure 48.
2. Remove the bushings in accordance with the
following procedure: Nylon bushings
a. Remove the upper and lower bushings from
the stub axle. Figure 49.
Bronze and Easy Steer bushings
NOTE:
In the axle series FF, FG and FL, the bush-
ings may be removed with a kit for Bush-
ing Maintenance. See Special Tool Table.
Pgina 62
a. Make a tool to remove the bushings. See the
dimensions for the tool in Figure 50.
b. Place the stub axle in a 5 ton capacity press.
Check that the stub axle will not move during
removal of the bushing.
c. Install the tool on the top bushing. Press the
bushing out of the housing in the stub axle.
Figure 50.
d.Install the tool on the lower bushing. Press
the bushing out of the housing in the stub
axle. Figure 50.
Figure 48
Figure 49
Figure 50
SEAL
NYLON
BUSHING
UPPER BUSHING
LOWER BUSHING
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MOD/
NUM
DIMENSION X DIMENSION Y
_(+ 0,025 mm) _(+ 0,001 mm) _(+ 0,025 mm) _(+ 0,001 mm)
FC-901 31.191 1.128 34.290 1.350
FC-903 31.191 1.128 34.290 1.350
FC-921 31.191 1.128 34.290 1.350
FC-941 37.922 1.493 41.097 1.618
FD-901 36.245 1.427 39.420 1.552
FD-931 40.640 1.600 43.815 1.725
MFS-09
FD-833
40.640 1.600 43.815 1.725
FD-933 40.640 1.600 43.815 1.725
FD-961 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FE-970 40.640 1.600 43.815 1.725
FF-921 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FF-931 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FF-932 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FF-933 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FF-934 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FF-941 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FF-942 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FF-943 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
MFS-13
FF 944
45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FF-961 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FF-971 40.640 1.600 43.815 1.725
FG-931 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FG-933 45.389 1.787 48.539 1.911
FG-941 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FG-943 45.364 1.786 48.539 1.911
FL-931 50.596 1.992 53.746 2.116
FL-933 50.596 1.992 53.746 2.116
FL-941 50.546 1.990 53.746 2.116
FL-943 50.546 1.990 53.746 2.116
FL-951 50.596 1.992 53.746 2.116
FU-910 52.171 2.054 55.346 2.179
FU-935 52.171 2.054 55.346 2.179
MFS-07
MFS-08RA
31.191 1.228 34.290 1.350
MFS-06
5301
28.448 1.120 31.5514 1.242
Figure 51
DIMENSIONS OF THE BUSHING INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL TOOL
APPROPRIATE LENGTH
Preparation for the assembly
Recovery of parts
The recovery or reconditioning of parts of the
front axle is not permitted. ArvinMeritor recom-
mends replacement of parts which are dam-
aged or outside of specifcation. Most of the
parts have thermal treatment (tempered).
Parts may not be curved, welded, heated
or reconditioned under any circumstances
without reducing their resistance and dura-
bility and thus annulling their guarantee.
The following operations are prohibited on the
front axle components:
1. Welding on the steering arm, stub axle, king
pins, axle beam, tie bar assembly, hubs and
brake drums.
2. Bending (twisting), either hot or cold, the stub
axle, steering arm, connecting arms, pivots,
axle beam and tie bar.
3. Enlarging the holes for the king pin in the
beam.
4. Enlarging the holes for the key in the stub
axle.
5. Weld spatters on the diameters for stub axle
bearings and machined housings.
6. Grinding or machining any component.
WARNING:
If you use solvents, hot solution tanks or alka-
line solutions incorrectly, you are subject to se-
rious accidents that may cause you injury. To
handle these elements correctly and prevent
accidents, read the manufacturers instructions.
DO NOT use gasoline to clean parts because
it is explosive.
Cleaning of ground or polished parts
Use a chemical product appropriate for clean-
ing of the ground or polished surfaces. Kero-
sene or diesel fuel may be used for this pur-
pose. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.
DO NOT wash ground or polished parts in tanks
with hot solutions or water, steam or alkaline
solutions. These solutions cause corrosion of
the parts.
Cleaning of non-machined parts
Non-machined parts may be washed together
with the ground or polished parts.
Non machined parts may also be washed in
tanks with light alkaline and hot solutions. The
parts may be left in the tank with a hot solution
until they are completely clean.
Drying of the washed parts
The parts must be dried immediately after
washing. Dry the parts with paper, clean cloths
or compressed air. Do not use compressed air
on bearings.
Rust and corrosion prevention on wa-
shed parts
Apply a thin layer of oil on the washed and dried
parts that are not damaged and will be immedi-
ately reassembled. DO NOT apply oil on brake
linings and brake drums.
If the parts are stored, apply a coat layer of anti-
rust oil on all the surfaces. DO NOT apply oil on
brake linings and brake drums. Store the parts
wrapped in special paper or other material that
protects them from rust.
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Inspection of parts
Carefully inspect all the parts before assem-
bling them. See the procedures below:
A. Inspect and replace any part that is worn,
cracked or damaged. Check for the existence
of cracks with magnetic or fuorescent particles.
B. Use a micrometer or a bore gauge to measure
the housing on the stub axle. Measurement
made at the top and at the bottom of the hous-
ing around the perimeter is acceptable. Check
that the bushings were removed from the stub
axle.
Measure the diameter of the upper housing
at two positions 90 opposite. If the means of
the values obtained are greater than that speci-
fed for the maximum diameter of the housing
of the bushing on the stub axle in Figure 60,
replace the stub axle. Figure 52.
Use the same procedure for measurement of
the lower housing.
C. Use A micrometer or bore gauge to mea-
sure the diameters of the bushings on the
stub axle.
Measure the diameter of the upper bushing at
two positions 90 opposite. If the means of the
values obtained are greater than that specifed
for the maximum internal diameter of the king
pin bushing in Figure 60, replace the bushing
of the stub axle. Figure 53.
Use the same procedure for measurement of
the lower bushing. Figure 53
D. Use a micrometer or bore gauge to mea-
sure the housing on the beam. Measure-
ment made at the top and bottom around
the perimeter is acceptable.
Measure the diameter of the housing of the
upper side at three positions with 90 opposi-
tion (13 mm below the top and 13 mm above
the bottom and in the center of the length). If
the means of the values obtained are greater
than that specifed for the maximum diameter of
the boss on the beam in Figure 60, replace the
beam. Figure 54.
Figure 52
Figure 53
MEASURE THE HOUSING
ON THE STUB AXLE IN 4
POSITIONS WITH 90 OP-
POSITION
MEASURE THE DIAMETER
OF THE BUSHING ON THE
STUB AXLE IN 4 POSI-
TIONS WITH 90 OPPOSI-
TION
Inspection of the wheel bearings
Inspect the wheel bearings when the stub axle
is inspected or undergoes maintenance.
Remove all the lubricant from the bearings,
stub axle, hub and hub cover.
Inspect the cover, the cone, the rollers and the
cage of all the bearing. If any of the following
conditions are found, the bearing must be re-
placed.
1. Accentuated wear on the broad surface of
the tapered rollers, with nearly total elimina-
tion of the center recess. Figure 55.
2. Worn radius, with sharp edges on the broad
surface of the rollers. Figure 55.
3. Wear (with visible recess) on the track of the
cover or of the cone. Wear may be seen on
the larger or smaller diameters of the cover or
the cone. Figure 56.
4. Deep indentations, cracks or breakage in the
seats of the cover and/or of the cone, or on
the surfaces of the tapered rollers.
Figure 54
Figure 55
Figure 56
MEASURE THE
HOUSING ON
THE BEAM IN
4 POSITIONS
WITH 90 OP-
POSITION
RECESSED
CENTER
LEVEL OF
WEAR
SHARP EDGES
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5. Signs of friction on the cage of the tapered
rollers.
6. Corrosion (chemical action) or cavities on the
rollers and on the surfaces of the tracks of the
cover and of the cone. Figure 58.
7. Chipping or scaling on the surface of the cov-
er and/or of the cone. Figure 59.
Figure 57
Figure 58
Figure 59
NOTES:
*Stub axle with nylon bushings.
**Stub axle with bronze bushings.
MOD/
NUM
MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF THE
BUSHING HOUSING ON THE
STUB AXLE
MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF BOSS
ON BEAM
MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF THE
INNER PART OF THE KING PIN
BUSHING
FC-901* 34.569 mm (1.361) 31.445 mm (1.238) 31.496 mm (1.240)
FC-903** 34.569 mm (1.361) 31.445 mm (1.238) 31.442 mm (1.238)
FC-921* 34.569 mm (1.361) 31.445 mm (1.238) 31.496 mm (1.240)
FC-941** 34.569 mm (1.361) 31.445 mm (1.238) 31.442 mm (1.238)
FC-921 34.582 mm (1.3615) 31.445 mm (1.238) 31.407 mm (1.2365)
FC-941 41.389 mm (1.6295) 38.202 mm (1.504) 38.151 mm (1.502)
FD-901 39.700 mm (1.563) 36.512 mm (1.4375) 36.525 mm (1.438)
FD-931 44.094 mm (1.736) 40.919 mm (1.6110) 40.907 mm (1.6105)
MFS-09
FD-833
44.094 mm (1.736) 40.919 mm (1.6110) 40.907 mm (1.6105)
FD-933 44.094 mm (1.736) 40.919 mm (1.6110) 40.907 mm (1.6105)
FD-961 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FE-970 44.094 mm (1.736) 40.919 mm (1.6110) 40.907 mm (1.6105)
FF-921 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FF-931 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FF-932 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FF-933 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FF-934 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FF-941 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FF-942 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FF-943 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
MFS-13
FF 944
48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FF-961 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FF-971 44.094 mm (1.736) 40.906 mm (1.6105) 40.907 mm (1.6105)
FG-931 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FG-933 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.656 mm (1.7975)
FG-941 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FG-943 48.818 mm (1.922) 45.669 mm (1.7980) 45.618 mm (1.796)
FL-931 54.025 mm (2.127) 50.876 mm (2.0030) 50.825 mm (2.0010)
FL-933 54.025 mm (2.127) 50.876 mm (2.0030) 50.825 mm (2.0010)
FL-941 54.025 mm (2.127) 50.876 mm (2.0030) 50.825 mm (2.001)
FL-943 54.025 mm (2.127) 50.876 mm (2.0030) 50.825 mm (2.001)
FL-951 54.025 mm (2.127) 50.876 mm (2.0030) 50.876 mm (2.0030)
FU-910 55.626 mm (2.190) 52.464 mm (2.0655) 52.438 mm (2.0645)
FU-935 55.626 mm (2.190) 52.464 mm (2.0655) 52.438 mm (2.0645)
MFS-07
FC-845
34.540 mm (1.359) 31.394 mm (1.2356) 28.530 mm (1.1232)
MFS-06
5301
31.788 mm (1.251) 28.715 mm (1.1305) 31.270 mm (1.2311)
Figure 60 - SPECIFICATIONS OF WEAR LIMITS
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Installation of nylon bushings on the
stub axle
Install the bushings on the housings of the stub
axles. Check that the bushings are well seated
in the housing. Place the king pin to check if the
installation is correct. Figure 61.
Installation of bronze bushings on the
stub axle
1. First install the upper bushing.
2. Place the stub axle in a press such that the
top of the stub axle is turned toward the pis-
ton of the press. Check that the housings are
parallel with the piston of the press.
3. Install the bushing in the housing. Check that
the hole in the bushing is aligned with the
hole in the housing. Figure 62.
4. Use the installation tool and press the bush-
ing 3.17 mm (1/8) into the housing. Release
the pressure from the press. Check the bush-
ing alignment.
5. Press the bushing until it is from 3.0 to 4.0
mm (0.135 to 0.165) from the bottom of the
housing. Figure 63.
6. Turn the stub axle until the housing of the
lower bushing is turned to the piston of the
press. Check that the housing is parallel to
the piston of the press.
7. Install the lower bushing in the housing.
Check that the hole in the bushing is aligned
with the hole in the housing.
ing alignment.
mm (0.135 to 0.165) from the bottom of the
housing. Figure 64.
10. Ream the bushings. See the procedure in
this section.
Installation of bronze and Easy Steer
bushings on the stub axle
NOTE:
On the axles series FF, FG and FL, the bush-
ings may not be installed without the aid of
a press. Use the bushing installation kit.
Use the tool shown in Figure 51 to install
the bushings.
Use a press with minimum capacity of 5 tons.
Check that the bushing does not move out of
alignment during installation.
Ream the bronze and Easy Steer bushing af-
ter installation.
Figure 61
NYLON
BUSHING
Installation
Installation of the Easy Steer bushin-
gs on the stub axle
top of the stub axle is turned to the piston of
the press. Check that the housings are paral-
lel to the piston of the press.
3. Install the bushing in the housing.
ing alignment.
mm (0.352 to 0.382) below the top of the
housing on the stub axle. Figure 65.
6. Turn the stub axle until the housing of the
lower bushing is turned to the piston of the
press. Check that the housing is parallel to
the piston of the press.
ing 3.17 mm (1/8) into the housing.
Release the pressure from the press. Check
the bushing alignment.
mm (0.352 to 0.382) below the top of the
housing on the stub axle. Figure 65.
10. Ream the bushings. See the procedure in
this section.
Figure 62
Figure 63
Figure 64
Figure 65
INSTALLATION
TOOL
UPPER
BUSHING
LOWER
BUSHING
DIAMETER OF THE
REAMED BUSHINGS
TOP OF
THE LOWER
BUSHING
TOP OF
THE UPPER
BUSHING
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Installation of needle bearing on the
shaft
top of the stub axle is turned to the piston of
the press. Check that the housings are paral-
lel to the piston of the press.
3.Install the bushing in the housing.
ing housing. Release the pressure of the
press. Be sure of the alignment of the bush-
ing.
5. Press the upper bushing until it is 8:40 to
9.0 mm (0331 to 0362 ) below the top of the
housing on the shaft end. Figure 65.
6. Rotate the shaft end until the lower bushing
housing is facing the piston of the press. Be
sure that the bushing is parallel with the pis-
ton of the press.
8. Use the installation tool and crush the bushing
housing. Release the pressure of the press.
Be sure of the alignment of the bushing.
9. Press the lower bushing until it is in 6.10 to
6.90 mm (0240 to 0272 ) below the top of the
housing on the shaft end. Figure 65.
Figure 66
Figure 67
Figure 68 Figure 69
INSTALLATION
TOOL
UPPER
BUSHING
LOWER
BUSHING
TOP OF
THE LOWER
BUSHING
TOP OF
THE UPPER
BUSHING
Installation
Reaming of the bronze and Easy Steer
bushings on the stub axle
CAUTION:
THE ONLY RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
IS REAMING WITH A FIXED REAMER. DO
NOT GRIND OR PERFORM BURNISHING
ON THE BUSHINGS BECAUSE THEY MAY
BE DAMAGED.
1. Place the stub axle in a vice with bronze jaws
or other soft metal.
2. See Figure 70 in regard to the dimension of
the reamer.
3. Guide the reamer with the pilot until the
blades touch the upper bushing. Figure 66.
4. Turn the reamer, pressing it lightly down-
ward. Do not apply a great deal of force. Turn
the reamer gently.
5. Upon fnishing reaming the upper bushing,
do not allow the reamer to fall on the lower
bushing.
6. After reaming the upper bushing, place the
reamer in the lower bushing and repeat steps
3 and 5. Figure 71.
7. Remove the reamer from the lower bushing. If
the reamer must be removed through the up-
per bushing, turn it in the direction opposite to
the cut.
8. Clean all the material removed by the reamer
that remained on the bushings.
Figure 70
Figure 71
Figure 72
TURN THE REAMER
PRESSING LIGHTELY
DOWNWARD
MATERIAL: HIGH SPEED STEEL
NUMBER OF BLADES: USE 10 - 14 BLADES
REAMER
REMOVABLE
PILOT OPTIONAL
CUT OF THE BLADES: TO THE RIGHT, SPLINE TO THE LEFT
LENGTH OF THE BLADES: 63,5 MM (2,5)
DIMENSIONS OF THE BUSHING REAMERS (see the table)
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR REAMERS
TURN THE REAMER
PRESSING LIGHTELY
DOWNWARD
MINIMUM
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MOD/
NUM
LOWER PILOT
DIAMETER DIMEN-
SION A _(+ 0.025
mm or 0.0001
DIAMETER OF THE
BLADES DIMEN-
SION A _(+ 0.013
mm or 0.0005
UPPER PILOT
DIAMETER DIMEN-
SION C _(+ 0.025
mm or 0.0001
LOWER PILOT
LENGTH DIMEN-
SION D
UPPER PILOT
MINIMUM LENGTH
DIMENSION E
mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch
FC-901 31.051 1.2225 31.432 1.2375 31.293 1.2320 171.45 6.75 222.25 8.75
FC-901* 31.051 1.2225 31.432 1.2375 31.293 1.2320 171.45 6.75 222.25 8.75
FC-903
31.051 1.2225 31.432 1.2375 31.293 1.2320 171.45 6.75 222.25 8.75
FC-921 31.051 1.2225 31.432 1.2360 31.298 1.2320 171.45 6.75 222.25 8.75
FC-941 37.782 1.4875 38.138 1.5015 37.999 1.4960 226.06 8.90 276.86 10.90
FC-901 36.118 1.4220 36.499 1.4370 36.360 1.4315 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
FD-901* 36.118 1.4220 36.499 1.4370 36.360 1.4315 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
FD-931 40.513 1.5950 40.894 1.6100 41.669 1.6405 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
MFS-09
FD-833
40.513 1.5950 40.894 1.6100 41.669 1.6405 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
FD-933 40.513 1.5950 40.894 1.6100 41.669 1.6405 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
FD-961 45.212 1.7800 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FE-970 40.513 1.5950 40.894 1.6100 41.669 1.6405 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
FF-921 45. 263 1.7800 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FF-931 45. 263 1.5950 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FF-932 45. 263 1.7820 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FF-933 45. 263 1.7820 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FF-934
45.263 1. 7820 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FF-941 45.212 1. 7820 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FF-942 45.212 1. 7820 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FF-943 45.212 1.7800 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
MFS-13
FF 944
45.212 1.7800 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FF-961 45.212 1.7800 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FF-971 40.513 1.5950 40.894 1.6100 41.669 1.6405 215.90 8.50 266.70 10.50
FG-931 45.263 1.7820 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FG-933 45.263 1.7820 45.644 1.7970 45.504 1.7915 236.22 9.30 287.02 11.30
FG-941
45.212 1.7800 45.606 1.7955 45.466 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FG-943 45.212 1.7800 45.606 1.7955 45.479 1.7900 260.35 10.25 311.15 12.25
FL-931 50.470 1.9870 50.863 2.0025 50.724 1.9970 256.54 10.10 307.34 12.10
FL-933 50.470 1.9870 50.863 2.0025 50.724 1.9970 256.54 10.10 307.34 12.10
FL-941 50.419 1.9850 50.813 2.0005 50.673 1.9950 256.54 10.10 307.34 12.10
FL-943
50.419 1.9850 50.813 2.0005 50.673 1.9950 256.54 10.10 307.34 12.10
FL-951 50.419 1.9850 50.813 2.0005 50.673 1.9950 256.54 10.10 307.34 12.10
FU-910 52.045 2.0490 52.426 2.0640 52.285 2.0585 287.52 11.32 338.32 12.32
FU-935 52.045 2.0490 52.426 2.0640 52.285 2.0585 287.52 11.32 338.32 12.32
MFS-07
FC-845
30.950 1.2185 31.394 1.2359 31.331 1.2335 183.2 7.232 250.0 9.84
MFS-06
5301
28.205 1.1104 28.717 1.1310 28.652 1.1280 183.2 7.232 250.0 9.84
* Use these specifcations at the time of replacing the old bushing by an Easy Steer bushing.
Figure 68 (continuation) - DIMENSIONS OF THE BUSHING REAMERS
Installation
Installation of the bushing seals of the
stub axle
1. Place the top of the stub axle in a vice with
bronze jaws. The lower part must be turned
toward you.
2.Place the seal in the top of the housing. The
lip of the seal must be turned outward from
the housing. Figure 73.
3. Place the cover of the stub axle on top of the
seal. Slide the king pin through the housing.
Use the king pin to install the seal. Figure 75.
For bronze bushings, check that the seal touch-
es the bushing.
For Easy Steer and plastic bushings, check
that the top of the seal is even with the stub
axle. Figure 76.
4. Turn the stub axle in the vice securing the
lower part such that the upper part is turned
toward you.
5. Place the seal in the top of the housing. The
lip of the seal must be turned outward from the
housing. Figures 73 e 76.
6. Repeat step 3 of this procedure.
Figure 73
Figure 75
Figure 74
Figure 76
COVER
LIP OF THE SEAL
MACHINED
SURFACE
STUB AXLE
HOUSING
BUSHING
KING
PIN
THE LIPS MUST BE
TURNED OUTWARD FROM
THE HOUSING
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Installation of the stub axle
NOTE:
To optimize tire wear on roads with regu-
lar surfaces, the housings of the right and
left king pins on the beam are machined for
slightly different king pin angles. The front
of the beam must be installed turned to the
front of the vehicle. Assemble the axle in
accordance with the identifcation made in
the Note on page 37.
1. Clean the housings on the stub axles and
beam.
2. Place the stub axle on the beam.
3.Install the seal on the axial bearing. On the
seals that use a cover, install the seal on the
open end of the bearing. Figure 77.
On the fat seals, install the seal on the closed
end of the bearing. Figure 77.
Whole axial bearing with seal
The single part bearing with integrated grease
seal is completely interchangeable with the two
part axial bearing. It has specifcation for top
and bottom.
The surface with inner diameter of the seal
must remain on top.
The surface with outer diameter of the seal
must remain at the bottom. Figure 78.
4. Slide the bearing and seal set between the
bottom of the beam and the stub axle. Check
that the seal is turned toward the beam. Fig-
ure 79.
Figure 77
Figure 78
Figure 79
COVER
TOP
BOTTOM
FLAT
BEARING
BODY
TIPO DE SELLADORES
BEARING
CAGE
BEARING
BODY
BEARING AND
SEAL SET
SEAL
Installation
CAUTION:
WEAR GLOVES DURING INSTALLATION
OF THE SHIMS, BECAUSE ITS EDGES ARE
SHARP.
1. Install the shims according to the following
procedures:
A. Inspect the shims. Replace the damaged
shims.
B. If a new shim pack must be arranged, select
assembly that results in the least play pos-
sible.
C. Place a crowbar between the boss of the
steering arm and the beam. Raise the stub
axle and place the shim pack between the
top of the beam and the stub axle. Figure 80.
D. Check that all the housings are aligned. If
the housings are not aligned, the parts will
be damaged during installation of the king
pin.
E. Remove the crowbar.
6. Install the king pin according to the follow-
ing procedure. Figure 81.
A. Apply the specifed lubricant on the lower
half of the king pin.
B. Install the pin in the top of the stub axle.
Check that the word TOP is turned toward
you.
C. Turn the pin until the slots are aligned with
the holes of the stub axle.
Figure 80
Figure 81
CROWBAR
TOP
KING
PIN
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
CAUTION:
DO NOT FORCE THE PIN THROUGH THE
UPPER BUSHING BECAUSE THE SHIMS
MAY BE DAMAGED.
D. Push the pin through the upper bushing of
the seal and of the shim pack.
If there is resistance in installation of the pin,
check if the parts are aligned.
WARNING:
Wear safety goggles. Do not strike steel
parts with a steel hammer because frag-
ments may come off and injure your eyes.
E. Push the pin through the lower bushing.
If necessary, use a bronze hammer to strike the
pin. Check if the parts are aligned.
F. Check that the slots in the pin are aligned
with the holes of the stub axle.
NOTE:
Do not install or tighten the key on the stub
axle before checking play and adjusting it.
NOTE:
All models except FC- 901, FC- 921, FE-
970, FF- 971 and FL- 901 use threaded keys.
Models FC- 901, FC- 921, FE- 970, FF- 971
and FL- 901 use fat keys.
7. Install the upper key in the front part of the
stub axle. Install the lower key in the back
part of the stub axle. Check that the keys are
in the slots of the king pin. Figure 82.
Figure 82
Installation
8. Check the play of the stub axle in accordance
with the following procedure:
A. Strike the boss on the stub axle with a rub-
ber hammer to move the parts into position.
Figure 83.
B. Turn the stub axle to a straight position.
C. Fasten a magnetic base with dial indicator on
the beam. Place the thickness gauge on the
center of the king pin and clear the indicator.
Figure 84.
D. Use the following procedures to measure the
clearance.
Place a lever between the shaft end and the
top of the beam. Pry the shaft end up and
measure the clearance. Figure 80.
Figure 83
Figure 84
Figure 85
MAGNETIC
BASE LOCA-
TION
55
Installation
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WARNING:
If a hydraulic jack is used to measure the play,
use two stands to support the axle because
without them, the axle may cause injury and
damages.
Place a block of wood and a hydraulic jack
under the lower part of the stub axle. Raise
the stub axle until the pointer of the dial indi-
cator stops moving. Figure 86.
E. Repeat steps C and D with the axle turned
totally to the right and to the left.
F. Play must be from 0.02 - 0.64 mm (0.001 -
0.025) in all positions.
If the stub axle does not have play (zero), re-
move shims from the shim pack.
Only the axle model MFS-06 (5301), MFS- 07
(FC 845) and MFS08RA, that do not use shims,
may have zero play without compromising the
operation of the assembly.
If play is greater than 0.635 mm (0.025), add
shims to the pack. For axles model MFS-06
(5301), MFS-07 (FC 845) and MFS08RA, if the
play is greater than the value indicated, replace
the components of the system beginning by the
axial bearing.
NOTE:
Assemble the thickest shims up against the
surface of the stub axle, the midsized shims
up against the surface of the beam and the
thin ones between them. In the model FD
833, if the play is greater than 0.62 mm, add
shims.
WARNING:
with a steel hammer because fragments may
come off and wound your eyes.
CAUTION:
CHECK THAT THE KEY IS COMPLETELY
INSTALLED AND THAT THE LOCK NUT
IS TIGHTENED WITH THE SPECIFIED
TORQUE. IF THE KEYS ARE NOT COR-
RECTLY INSTALLED, THE KING PIN AND
THE BEAM MAY BE DAMAGED. CHECK
THE TORQUE OF THE NUT AND POSITION
OF THE KEY EVERY 20,000 KM.
Check the torque of the nut and cotter position-
ing every 20,000 Km
NOTE:
All the models except for FE- 970, FF- 971
and FL- 901 use threaded keys. Models FE-
970, FF- 971 and FL- 901 use fat keys.
9.Install the keys in accordance with the follow-
ing procedure:
Figure 86
BLOCK OF
WOOD
Installation
Flat Keys
Use a bronze hammer and punch to install the
key in the axle beam.
Check that the key is installed with a depth from
1 to 3 mm (1/32 to 1/8) below the outside sur-
face of the beam.
Threaded Keys
On threaded keys, install the lock nut and tight-
en with a torque of 30 - 45 ft-lbf (41 - 54 N.m).
Figure 88.
Install the new gaskets and cover on the upper
and lower part of the stub axle. Install the bolts
and nuts tightening them with a torque of 20
30 ft-lbf (28 - 40 N.m).
For the axles model MFS-06 (5301) and MFS-
07 (FC 845), the torque is from 38 to 57 ft-lbf
(4.5 to 6.5 N.m)
If the cover is threaded, install them in the up-
per and lower parts of the stub axle and tighten
with a torque of 60 - 90 ft-lbf (80 to 120 N.m).
11. Connect the connecting arm to the stub
axle. See the procedure in this section.
12. Install the brake assembly on the stub axle.
See the vehicle manufacturer procedure.
13. Lubricate the wheel bearings. See the pro-
cedure in the Lubrication section.
14. Install the drum and the tire and wheel as-
sembly.
15. Lubricate the wheel bearings. See the pro-
cedure in the Lubrication section.
Figure 87
Figure 88
Figure 89
GASKET
COVER
THREADED
COVER
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
16. Install the outside wheel bearing on the
hub. Install the adjustment nut.
17. Adjust the wheel bearings. See the Adjust-
ment section.
18. Install the cover and the gasket on the hub.
Install the bolts and tighten with a torque of:
1. Prensa la chaveta en la ranura del brazo.
Figure 90.
2. Instale el brazo de unin en la punta de eje.
19. Lower the vehicle to the ground. Check is it
is operating normally.
20. Check and adjust the camber. See the Ad-
justments section.
Installation of the connecting arms, pi-
vots of the connecting arms and tie bar
NOTE:
If a new connecting arm is installed (such
as to increase the maximum turning angle),
the steering geometry is changed and may
cause tire wear. Check the ArvinMeritor
Technical Service Aid Manual, TSA- 87121
to choose the correct connecting arm. Con-
tact your ArvinMeritor service representa-
tive.
CAUTION:
TIGHTEN THE NUTS WITH THE SPECIFIED
TORQUE. IF THE NUTS ARE NOT TIGHT-
ENED WITH THE SPECIFIED TORQUE, THE
PARTS MAY BE DAMAGED.
3. Install the nut on the connecting arm.
Tighten with the specifed torque. See the
Torque Table.
Torque
American axles
20 a 30 ft-lbf
27 a 41 N.m
FD and FF Axles
(Brazil)
13 a 17 ft-lbf
17 a 23 N.m
MFS-06 (5301) and
MFS-07 (FC 845) Axles
(Brazil-threaded cover)
45 a 55 ft-lbf
60 a 75 N.m
Figure 90
CONNECTING
ARM
PIVOT
Installation
4. Install the cotter pins. If necessary, tighten
the nut until the holes are aligned. Do not
loosen the nut to install the cotter pin.
NOTE:
The tie bar has a right thread at one end and
a left thread at the other. Check that the piv-
ots are installed on the bar.
5. If removed, install the pivots on the tie rod
in the position marked during removal. Fig-
ure 91.
If new connecting arms are installed, screw the
pivots equally on the tie bar to the necessary
length.
6. Install the nuts and bolts on the clamps.
Tighten with the specifed torque.
7. The rotating type clamp on the tie bar may
be turned to facilitate installation of the bolt
and nut. Tighten the nut suffciently to fasten
the locking element of the nut with the bolt.
The clamp and the bar must be free to turn.
Figure 92.
8. Connect the tie bar on the connecting arms.
9. Install the nuts on the pivots. Tighten with
the specifed torque. See Torque Table.
11. Check the camber adjustment if necessary.
See the Adjustment section.
Figure 91
Figure 92
TIE BAR
PIVOT
MARKS
PIVOT
CLAMP
TIE BAR
NUT AND BOLT
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Installation
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Installation of the steering arm
See Figure 93.
1. Press the key in the slot of the arm.
2. Install the steering arm on the stub axle.
3. Connect the steering arm to the tie rod.
CAUTION:
ENED WITH THE CORRECT TORQUE, THE
4.Install the nuts. Tighten with the specifed
torque. See Torque Table.
5.Install the cotter pins. If necessary, tighten the
nut until the holes are aligned. Do not loosen
the nut to install the cotter pin.
6. Lubricate the steering arm. See the Lubrica-
tion and Maintenance section.
7. Check if it is operating correctly.
Installation of the Tie Rod
See Figure 94.
1. Connect the tie rod on the steering arm.
2. Connect the tie rod on the Pitman arm.
CAUTION:
ENED WITH THE CORRECT TORQUE, THE
3. Install the nuts. Tighten with the specifed
torque. See Torque Table.
5. Lubricate the tie rod. See the Lubrication and
Maintenance section.
6. See if it is operating correctly.
Figure 93 Figure 94
STEERING
ARM
TIE
BAR
PITMAN
ARM
TIE
ROD
STEERING
ARM
Torque specifcations
ILLUSTRATION OF TORQUE OF THE FRONT AXLE
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MAINTENANCE MANUAL
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS OF THE FRONT AXLE
ITEM DESCRIPTION THREAD SIZE
SPECIFIED TORQUE
ft-lbf N.m
01
Nut for fastening the steering
arm on the tie rod
5/8 - 16 60 - 115 82 - 155
5/8 - 18 60 - 115 82 - 155
3/4 - 16 90 - 170 123 - 230
7/8 - 14 160 - 300 217 - 407
02 Cover bolt stub axle 5/16 - 18 20 - 30 28 - 40
03
Fastening bolt of the steering
arm on the stub axle
7/8 - 14 250 - 450 339 - 610
1 - 14 390 - 725 529 - 982
1-1/8 - 12 550 - 1025 746 - 1389
1-1/4 - 12 775 - 1450 1051 - 1965
1-1/2 - 12 1350 - 2525 1831 - 3423
04 Key nut 7/16 - 20 30 - 45 41 - 61
05 Adaptor limiter bolt 3/4 - 10 65 - 115 85 - 155
06 Checknut limiter bolt 1/2 - 13 50 - 75 68 - 101
07 Checknut limiter bolt 3/4 - 10 65 - 85 88 - 115
08
Fastening nut of the connect-
ing arm on the terminal of the
tie bar
7/8 - 14 160 - 300 217 - 406
1 - 14 250 - 450 339 - 610
1 1/8 - 12 350 - 650 475 - 881
1 1/4 - 12 500 - 675 678 - 915
09 Clamp nut of the tie bar
5/8 - 11 40 - 60 55 - 81
3/4 - 10 155 - 175 211 - 237
10
Fastening nut of the connect-
ing arm on the stub axle.
7/8 - 14 250 - 450 339 - 610
1 - 14 390 - 725 529 - 982
1 1/8 - 12 550 - 1025 746 - 1389
1 1/4 - 12 775 - 1450 1050 - 1965
1 1/2 - 12 1350 - 2525 1831 - 3423
11
Cover of the stub axle
(threaded)
2 - 20 60 - 90 80 - 120
12 Lubrication pin 1/4 - 27 10 14
Special tools
Special tools
NOTE:
1. Requests for Kent-Moore, 28635 Mound Road, Warren, MN 55060.
2. Requests for Owatona Tool and Equipment OTC Tools Division, 655 Eisenhower Drive,
Oeatona, MN 55060.
3. Find your local Snap-On supplier.
4. Use the basic kit for own use for the axis model.
Description
Tool number
Kent-Moore 1
Tool number
Owatona 2
Tool number
Snap-on 3
King pin remover 4240 4240
20 TON:
GC430HYB
35 TON:
CG730HY
Kit for King pin bush
Basic kit
Kit Series FF - e FG -
Kit serie FL -
4
PT 4375-A
PT 4370-10
PT 4370-20
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Always use the Technical Manuals from...
Always use original parts
For more details, see the Spare Parts Catalog
Customer service
55 11 3684.6741
55 11 3684.6867
Purchase the CD-ROM failure analysis of components of the axis
traction
Customer Service
Av. Joo Batista, 825 - Osasco - SP - 06097-105
Tel. (11) 3684-664 - (11) 3684-6867
AfterMarket (Replace parts)
R. Ester Rombenso, 403 - Osasco - SP - 06097-120
Tel. (11) 0800-555530
www.arvinmeritor.com

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