3-2 AXLE -- FRONT
3-2.1 General
a.
Maintaining front axle alignment to specifications is very important and should only be performed by a qualified
mechanic. Toe-in adjustment is particularly important with radial tires.
b.
Check to assure that axle mounting U-bolt nuts, attaching or mounting bolts and nuts are securely tightened.
c.
Regularly check front axle for damaged, binding or worn parts, and adequate lubrication.
3-2.2 Toe-In Setting
a.
Factory unladen vehicle toe-in setting is 1/16± 1/16 inch (1.59 ± 1.59 mm).
b.
For optimum tire wear it is recommended that toe-in be adjusted to 1/16 inch (1.59 mm) after the body has been
installed and before the vehicle is put into service.
c.
Special applications may warrant a setting based on past experience with the type of tire operating loads and
conditions. Radial tires are more sensitive to toe-in setting than bias ply tires.
d.
It is essential that correct toe-in and tire pressure located above tire be maintained for optimum tire wear.
3-3 AXLE-REAR
3-3.1 General
a.
Check to assure that axle mounting U-bolt nuts, attaching or mounting bolts and nuts are securely tightened.
Refer to Springs, U-Bolt Nut Torque Chart, Table 3-3.
b.
Regularly check rear axle for damaged, binding or worn parts.
3-4 BRAKES
WARNING
Excessive amounts of asbestos dust may be a potential health hazard that may cause seirous injury or possibly
even death.
3-4.1 Asbestos Dust During Brake Servicing
a.
Because studies have indicated that exposure to excessive amounts of asbestos dust may be a potential health
hazard, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set maximum limits of levels of airborne
asbestos dust to which workers may be exposed. Since most automotive friction materials normally
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