Specifications

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AIRTEK
®
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SOFTEK
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for Blue Bird Buses
3. Apply a thin coating of anti-seize compound to the shock absorber lower mounting bolt
shank, to the mating face of the axle wrap and spacer, and to the inside bore of the
aluminum axle wrap. This is necessary to help prevent seizing of the bolt to the alu-
minum axle wrap.
4. Install the lower ¾" bolt from the inboard side to the outboard side of the top axle wrap
and attach the spacer, washer, and locknut, see Figure 9-24.
5. Tighten both upper and lower ¾" locknuts to vehicle manufacturer's specifications, see
Figure 9-24.
AIRTEK/SOFTEK SHOCK ABSORBER – ALL AMERICAN (13.2K/14.6K)
It is not necessary to replace shock absorbers in pairs if only one shock requires replacement.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the ¾" lower mounting bolt, fasteners, and spacer.
2. Remove the ¾" upper mounting bolt and fasteners.
3. Slide the shock absorber out of the lower bracket and off of the lower mounting bolt.
4. Inspect the shock absorber mounting brackets and hardware for damage or wear,
replace as necessary.
FIGURE 9-25 FIGURE 9-26
ASSEMBLY
1. Install the shock absorber into the upper mounting bracket.
2. Install the upper ¾" shock mounting bolt, washers and locknut.
3. Install the lower ¾" bolt from the inboard side to the outboard side of the top axle wrap
and attach the spacer, washer, and locknut, see Figures 9-25 and 9-26.
4. Tighten both upper and lower ¾" locknuts to vehicle manufacturer's specifications, see
Figures 9-25 and 9-26.
Top Pad
¾" Lower Shock Locknut
Tightening torque
*125-135 ft. lbs.
Shock Absorber
Spacer
¾" Bolt
¾" Washer
¾" Washer
Top Pad
¾" Lower Shock Locknut
Tightening torque
*125-135 ft. lbs.
Shock Absorber
Spacer
¾" Bolt
¾" Washer
¾" Washer
AIRTEK 14.6K SOFTEK 13.2K/14.6K
*Specification provided, controlled and subject to change by vehicle manufacturer.
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