PV776 TSP142921

Service Manual
Trucks
655-601
Rear Suspension, T-Ride
VN, VHD
Group
PV776-TSP142921
Foreword
The descriptions and service procedures contained in this manual are based on designs
and methods studies carried out up to July 2003.
The products are under continuous development. Vehicles and components produced
after the above date may therefore have different specifications and repair methods.
When this is believed to have a significant bearing on this manual, supplementary
service bulletins will be issued to cover the changes.
The new edition of this manual will update the changes.
In service procedures where the title incorporates an operation number, this is a
reference to an V.S.T. (Volvo Standard Times).
Service procedures which do not include an operation number in the title are for general
information and no reference is made to an V.S.T.
The following levels of observations, cautions and warnings are used in this Service
Documentation:
Note: Indicates a situation, handling or circumstance which should be observed.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death, serious injury or major damage to property.
Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.

Greensboro, NC USA
Order number: PV776-TSP142921
2003 Volvo Trucks North America, Inc., Greensboro, NC USA
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in

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Contents
General .................................................................................................. 3
Rear Suspension ................................................................................. 3
Specifications .......................................................................................
Suspension Applications ......................................................................
VHD ...................................................................................................
Tightening Torques ..............................................................................
Axle Pinion Angles ...............................................................................
VN ......................................................................................................
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6
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Tools ...................................................................................................... 9
Special Tools ........................................................................................ 9
Other Tools .......................................................................................... 10
Design and Function ...........................................................................
Rear Suspension .................................................................................
Bogie Bracket (Saddle Bracket) ...........................................................
Spring Cradle (Cradle Assembly) ........................................................
Nylon Bushings ....................................................................................
Parabolic Spring Leaves ......................................................................
Rubber Springs ....................................................................................
V-Stay Torque Rods .............................................................................
Reaction Rod(Lower Torque Rod) .......................................................
V-Stay Torque Rod Frame Bracket ......................................................
Rubber Spring Bracket .........................................................................
Rubber Spring Plate ............................................................................
Lower Reaction Rod Bracket and Shock Bracket ................................
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Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 17
Rear Suspension Troubleshooting ....................................................... 17
Volvo T-Ride ...................................................................................... 17
Service Procedures .............................................................................
Service Procedure .................................................................................
Guidelines for Working on the Volvo T-Ride Suspension ....................
V Torque Rod, Replacement ................................................................
Torque/Radius Rod, Lower, Replacement ...........................................
Bogie Anchorage Assembly, Replacement ..........................................
V Torque Rod Anchorage, Replacement .............................................
Spring Assembly, Rear Leaf, Removal and Installation .......................
Rear Spring Leaf, Replacement ..........................................................
Rubber Spring, Replacement (Each) ...................................................
Rear Spring Retaining Bolt, Replacement ...........................................
Tandem, Alignment ..............................................................................
Cradle, Replacement ...........................................................................
Grease Seals, Replacement ................................................................
Cradle Bearing, Lubrication .................................................................
Permanent Fastener, Removal ............................................................
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General
General
Rear Suspension
W6001356
Fig. 1: T-Ride Tandem Suspension

The Volvo T-Ride tandem suspension is designed for use in both on-and off-highway
applications. It offers maximum articulation for maximum traction. The following
information covers specifications, operations, torque values, lubrication, alignments, and
service procedures for repair and maintenance of the Volvo T-Ride Tandem Suspension.
Group 72
Specifications
Specifications
Suspension Applications
VHD
Capacity (lb)
48,000
52,000
58,000
65,000
70,000
Volvo Axle
CTEV87,
RT2610HV
CTEV87,
RT2610HV
RT2610HV,
RT3210HV
RT3210HV
RT3210HV
Meritor (Rockwell) Axle
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Dana (Eaton) Axle
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Load Distribution
50/50
50/50
50/50
50/50
50/50
Springs - Type
Parabolic/
Multileaf
Parabolic/
Multileaf
Parabolic/
Multileaf
Multileaf
Multileaf
Number of Leaves
3/9
3/11
3/9/11
9/11
9/11
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U-bolt nuts (sizes will vary) (do not re-use U-bolt nuts)
Cradle hubcap bolts
Lower torque rod bolt nuts to saddle bracket
Lower torque rod bolt nuts to axle bracket
V Torque rod nuts to axle housing
V Torque rod bolts to chassis bracket
Bogie bracket bolt nuts to chassis
Rubber spring bolts M14 to axle housing, VOLVO Axles
Rubber spring bolts M14 to axle housing, (Rockwell) (Eaton) Axles
Bottom spring plate bolts M12 to rubber spring
U-bolts to torque rod bracket on axle (do not re-use U-bolt nuts)
Bracket for V Torque rod bolt nuts to frame
Axle stop bolt nuts to frame (1)
Shock bracket to frame
Lower shock bracket to spacer on axle
Shock to frame mounted bracket
Shock to lower bracket
Tightening Torques
(1) These may be HUCKBOLT, and if so, there is no
torque value given as HUCKBOLT are unserviceable.
Specifications
Nm
ft-lb
500 75
369 55
20 5
15 4
220 35
162 26
320 50
236 37
310 50
228 37
320 50
236 37
320 50
236 37
140 25
103 18
200 30
148 22
85 15
63 11
200 25
148 18
320 50
236 37
140 25
103 18
200 30
148 22
320 50
236 37
220 35
162 26
85 15
63 11
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Specifications
Axle Pinion Angles

VN
Axle Variant
1st Axle
2nd
Axle
Volvo Axle
3
11
Meritor (Rockwell) Axle
3
11.5
Dana (Eaton) Axle
3
10
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Tools
Tools
Special Tools
The following special tools can be used when working on
the T-Ride Tandem Suspension.
Volvo Tool 9992337 (Pry Bar) can be used to remove

seals, bearings, thrust washers and other items.
W6001361
Volvo Tool 9988185 (Snap-Ring Pliers) are used for

removing and installing snap rings.
Note: Protective eye wear should be worn when removing
snap rings.
W6001359
Snap-On Tool A173 can be used to remove the inner

thrust washer and other items.
W6001360
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Tools
Other Tools
The following tools can be used to ensure proper
inclinations or angles for axles on the Volvo T-Ride:
The Anglemaster is a digital inclinometer, available from

Dana-Spicer (Telephone: 4195354300).
W7000250
The J38460A is a digital protractor, available from

Kent-Moore (Telephone: 8003286657).
W7000708
The J3846025 may be used along with the Kent-Moore

digital protractor or the Dana Spicer digital inclinometer
for checking pinion angles. It is available from Kent-Moore
(Telephone: 8003286657).
The J36795 are tandem axle calipers, available from

Kent-Moore (Telephone: 8003286657).
W7000726
W0001985
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Design and Function
Design and Function

Rear Suspension
The VOLVO T-Ride Tandem Suspension is designed for use in both on-and off-highway
applications. It offers maximum atriculation for traction. The parabolic tapered spring
leaves are mounted upside-down outside the frame rails. The ride is further enhanced
by rubber cushions bolted to the end of each spring resting on the respective rear axle.
These cushions absorb shock and vibration.
The suspension features eight torque rods that help maintain the rear axle alignment.
Four of the rods are installed on top of the rear axles in an opposite V pattern. These
V torque rods anchor the rear axles to the frame, while distributing and maintaining
laterally transmitted forces, as well as any starting and braking torques. The four lower
torque rods also transfer starting and braking torques from the rear axles to the frame.
W6001331
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Design and Function
Bogie Bracket
(Saddle Bracket)
The Bogie Bracket assembly (saddle bracket) provides
stability for lateral movement and serves as an anchor for
the spring cradle and the parabolic spring assembly. It
helps maintain maximum articulation of the suspension
as well as durability. The Bogie Bracket plays a key role
axially as well as radially.
W6001336
Spring Cradle
(Cradle Assembly)
The spring cradle (cradle assembly) provides maximum
atriculation for the suspension. The spring cradle
functions axially as well as radially while riding on the
trunnion tube in the Bogie Bracket. The axial play in the
cradle is preset by the depth of the trunnion tube in the
Bogie Bracket (saddle). The spring cradle also contains
two nylon bushings which contain journals for lubricating
the assembly.
W6001340
Nylon Bushings
The nylon bushings serve as journals for lubrications both
axially and radially. They are essential in maintaining life
and serviceability of the spring cradle and trunnion tube.
The nylon bushings help to simplify servicing the spring
cradle.
Note: Nylon bushings should be replaced in pairs.
W6001339
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Design and Function
Parabolic Spring Leaves

The parabolic spring leaves are mounted upside down
and outside of the frame rails. They are fastened to the
spring cradle and provide the lightweight suspension with
excellent ride characteristics. This design contributes to
axle flexibility while maintaining contact to the ground for
pulling power.
W6001341
Note: When replacing Parabolic Spring Leaves, the

leaves on both sides should be replaced. When replacing
the leaves also ensure that the leaves are marked with
the same Camber Settings (+ or 0).
Rubber Springs
The rubber springs support the leaf spring assembly and
contribute to a flexible and comfortable ride. The rubber
springs allow for minimum wear on the suspension by
absorbing a considerable amount of shock and vibration
for the suspension.
W6001343
V-Stay Torque Rods

The V-Stay torque rods distribute movement and keep the
axles in place. They are fastened from the inner frame
rails and to the top of the axle housings. They distribute
and maintain laterally transmitted forces, as well as any
starting or braking torques. The outer joints of the V-Stay
torque rods are maintenance free.
W6001334
Reaction Rod
(Lower Torque Rod)
There are four lower torque rods and they are used to
distribute starting and braking forces. The outer joints
are also maintenance free. The axle pinion angle can be
controlled by the reaction rods.
W6001335
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Design and Function
V-Stay Torque Rod Frame

Bracket
The V-Stay torque rod frame bracket is used to mount
the V-Stay torque rod to the frame. It is marked with top
and forward arrows to make for proper installation. This
bracket supplies a secure anchor for the V-Stay torque
rod to the frame.
W6001322
Rubber Spring Bracket

The rubber spring bracket is found on top of the axle
housing at the flanged end of the axle shaft. It is held in
place with U-bolts and the lower reaction rod bracket. The
rubber spring bracket provides a solid mounting surface
for the rubber springs, which is essential to the alignment
of the leaf spring assembly with the rubber spring.
W6001337
Rubber Spring Plate

The rubber spring plate is used to fasten the lower leaf
spring to the rubber springs. The rubber spring plate is
important because it keeps the leaf springs in alignment
with the rubber springs.
W6001342
Lower Reaction Rod Bracket

and Shock Bracket
The reaction rod bracket provides a fixed location for
the reaction rod to mount directly to the axle, as well as
mounting the shock to the axle. This allows for proper
positioning of those components leading to correct axle
pinion angles and alignment.
W6001338
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Design and Function
W6001328
Bogie Bracket and Cradle Assembly
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Design and Function
W7000091
Saddle Bracket
23
Hub Cab
Cradle
24
Retaining Ring
14
Wear Ring
25
Relief Valve
15
Grease Seal
26
Trunnion Tube
16
Grease Seal
27
Roll Pin
17
Nylon Bushing
28
Roll Pin
19
Outer Thrust Washer
29
Plug
20
Inner Thrust Washer
30
Plug
21
Snap Ring
31
Grease Fitting
22
Gasket
Cross-Section View of Cradle and Saddle Bracket
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Rear Suspension Troubleshooting
Volvo T-Ride
Problem
Cause
U-joint angle incorrect
Improper phasing of drivelines
Axle inclination incorrect
Vibration
Thrust alignment incorrect

Excessive end play on spring cradle
Improper wheel run-out or balance
Mismatched wheels and tires
Excessive wheel bearing end play
Improper thrust alignment
Total wheel alignment incorrect
Tracking
Lateral alignment of axles incorrect

Worn torque rod bushings
Defective rubber spring
(1) Improper lubrication will cause these components to fail prematurely or excessively
Excessively worn nylon bushings
Improper maintenance
Excessive end play on cradle
(1) Improper lubrication will cause these components to fail prematurely or excessively
Improper maintenance
Excessively worn trunion tube
Excessive end play on cradle

Overloaded vehicle
Worn nylon bushings
(1) Refer to Nylon Bushings page 12.
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Service Procedures
Service Procedures
Service Procedure
Guidelines for Working on the Volvo T-Ride Suspension
You must read and understand the precautions and
guidelines in Service Information, Group 60, "General
Safety Practices, Wheel Suspension and Steering"
before performing this procedure. If you are not
properly trained and certified in this procedure, ask
your supervisor for training before you perform it.
To ensure personal safety and to help avoid accidental
damage to suspension components, always follow these
guidelines any time work is performed on the suspension.
1
Always park the vehicle on a level surface, chock the front
wheels and release the parking brakes.
2
When lifting the chassis to perform any procedure,
always support the chassis with adequate jack stands
before beginning work on the suspension.
3
For easier removal or installation of T-Ride Suspension
components it may be necessary to remove the fifth wheel
to adequately perform service procedures. Refer to the
appropriate service literature for removing the fifth wheel.
4
To ensure that the U-bolts and Torque Rods holding the
rear suspension to the drive axle retain their clamp load,
observe the following practices:
Anytime you work on the suspension, make sure you
loosen both sides of the suspension on an axle at
the same time.
Note: It is difficult to realign all parts with opposite sides
of the axle restricting motion.
Whenever the U-bolts and Torque Rods are loosened,
always support the nose of the axle with an adequate
jack.
Whenever the components are loosened, or the
suspension components attached to the axle are being
worked on, make sure that the locating features on
each component are properly engaged so that the
components are positioned together properly.
Using a hand held clicker-style torque wrench, always
snug-up the U-bolt nuts all over before torquing.
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Service Procedures
5
After the necessary work has been performed
on the B-Ride Tandem Suspension, vehicle
realignment may be required. Refer to the proper
service information.
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Service Procedures
6521-03-02-09
V Torque Rod, Replacement
Please read Guidelines for Working on the Volvo T-Ride
Suspension page 19 before beginning this procedure.
1
Park the vehicle on a level surface and chock the front
wheels.
2
DANGER
Failure to properly support the nose of the axle may
result in the axle falling, which can cause serious injury
or death to anyone near or under the vehicle.
Place a bottle jack under the axle flange to prevent the
axle from rolling over.
W7000752
Bottle jack
3
Remove the four bolts that mount the V Torque Rod to the
frame mounted bracket.
W6001320
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Service Procedures
4
Remove the four flange nuts that mount the
V Torque Rod to the axle mounted torque rod
bracket and cut any tie-straps or clippings from the
V Torque Rod.
W6001321
5
Using a lifting fixture, remove the
V Torque Rod from the vehicle.
6
Set the replacement V Torque Rod in place by using a
lifting fixture and line up the pins for proper alignment.
7
Start the flange nuts on the axle mounted bracket and
torque them to 310 30 Nm (229 26 ft-lb).
310 30 Nm (229 26 ft-lb)
8
Start the bolts on the frame mounted bracket and torque
them to 260 30 Nm (192 22 ft-lb).
260 30 Nm (192 22 ft-lb)
9
After starting all fasteners and tightening them to the
proper torques, clip the electrical and pneumatic harness
to the V Torque Rod.
10
Remove the bottle jack from underneath the axle flange
and remove the wheel chocks.
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Service Procedures
6521-03-02-02
Torque/Radius Rod, Lower, Replacement
1
wheels.
2
DANGER
Support the nose of the axle or axles being worked on
with a bottle jack.
W7000752
Bottle jack
3
Remove the lower torque rod from between the rear axle
mounting bracket and the saddle bracket.
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Service Procedures
4
Reinstall the torque rod back onto the truck and torque
the bolts to 200 25 Nm (148 18 ft-lb).
Note: It may be necessary to loosen torque rods on both
sides of the suspension for easier installation.
200 25 Nm (148 18 ft-lb)
W6001355
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Service Procedures
7116-03-02-03
Bogie Anchorage Assembly, Replacement
1
wheels.
2
DANGER
Failure to support the nose of the axle may result in the
axle falling, which can cause serious injury or death to
anyone near or under the vehicle.
Support the nose of the axle or axles being worked on
with a bottle jack.
3
Please refer to Spring Assembly, Rear Leaf, Removal
and Installation page 30 for removing the Leaf Spring
Assembly.
4
Please refer to Cradle, Replacement page 41 for
removing the Cradle Assembly.
5
Remove the (2) bolts and nuts that connect the lower
torque rods to the saddle bracket.
Note: It may be necessary to loosen the opposite
sides of the saddle bracket to enable easier removal or
installation, as well as proper wheel alignment during
installation of the saddle bracket.
W6001355
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Service Procedures
6
Remove the saddle bracket bolts at the frame rail.
Note: At the top of the saddle bracket leave (1) bolt and
nut attached loosely to each side to prevent it from
falling off during removal.
W6001325
Removing the saddle bracket bolts
7
Remove the saddle bracket bolts at the crossmember.
Note: These bolts are at the bottom side of the saddle
bracket.
8
Hook a chain to the top two holes of the saddle bracket
and use a lift or overhead crane to remove the saddle
bracket.
W6001324
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Service Procedures
9
For installation, hook a chain to the top two holes of the
saddle bracket and use a lift or overhead crane to raise
the saddle bracket into position.
W6001326
10
Install the bolts to the saddle bracket at the crossmember
and install the bolts to the saddle bracket at the frame
rail and remove the chain. Torque the M14 bolts to
200 30 Nm (148 22 ft-lb) Nm to the frame and the
M16 bolts to 320 50 Nm (236 37 ft-lb) to the frame
and crossmember.
200 30 Nm (148 22 ft-lb),
320 50 Nm (236 37 ft-lb)
11
Install the (2) bolts that connect the lower torque rods to
the saddle bracket and torque. For correct specifications
please refer to Tightening Torques page 6 .
12
Refer to Cradle, Replacement page 41 for service
procedures for installation of the Cradle Assembly.
13
Refer to Spring Assembly, Rear Leaf, Removal and
Installation page 30 for installation of the Leaf Spring
Assembly.
14
Check wheel alignment and remove wheel chocks.
Note: For wheel alignment refer to the proper service
literature.
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Service Procedures
7116-03-02-01
V Torque Rod Anchorage, Replacement
1
Park the vehicle on a level surface, and chock the
front wheels.
2
Using an air lift, raise the frame to relieve pressure from
the suspension and support it with jack stands at the
front and rear of the suspension.
3
DANGER
Place a bottle jack under the axle flange to prevent the
axle from rolling over.
W7000752
4
Remove the (4) U-bolt nuts and remove the spring
saddle cap.
W6001312
Removing the U-bolts
5
With a lift or overhead crane remove the upper leaf
springs.
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Service Procedures
6
Remove the (4) flange nuts that mount the rear V Torque
rod to the axle mounted bracket and cut any clippings
loose from the V Torque rod.
7
Remove the (4) bolts that mount the rear V Torque rod to
the upper V Torque rod brackets and lift the rear
V Torque rod out.
8
Remove the (2) bolts that mount the front V Torque rod
to the upper V Torque rod bracket on the side of the
vehicle being worked on.
9
Remove the bolts that mount the upper V Torque rod
bracket to the frame rail and remove (2) bolts to the
saddle bracket to assist in the removal of the upper
V Torque rod bracket.
10
Once all bolts are removed, slide the upper V Torque
rod bracket out from in between the frame and the
crossmember.
W6001323
11
Slide the replacement upper V Torque rod bracket into
place and start all bolts. Torque M14 bolts to 200 30
Nm (148 22 ft-lb) and M16 bolts to 320 50 Nm
(236 37 ft-lb).
Note: The upper V Torque rod bracket is marked with
directional arrows for proper installation.
200 30 Nm (148 22 ftlb)
320 50 Nm (236 37 ft-lb)
12
Set the V Torque rod into place and start the (4) bolts and
(4) flange nuts. Torque the M16 bolts to
320 50 Nm (236 37 ft-lb) and the flange nuts to
310 50 Nm (228 37 ft-lb).
320 50 Nm (236 37 ft-lb)
310 50 Nm (228 37 ft-lb)
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Service Procedures
13
Install the leaf springs and spring saddle cap. Start
U-bolts and tighten them to a torque of 500 75 Nm
(369 55 ft-lb).
CAUTION
Do not reuse U-bolts.
Note: Make sure the leaf spring dowels and shims are
lined up properly.
500 75 Nm (369 55 ft-lb)
7221-19-02-01
Spring Assembly, Rear Leaf, Removal and Installation
1
wheels.
2
Using an air lift, raise the frame until the pressure is
relieved from the leaf spring assembly.
W7000269
Raising the frame
3
Support the frame with jack stands at the front and
rear of the suspension.
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Service Procedures
4
Remove the spring U-bolt nuts and then the leaf spring
assembly saddle cap.
W6001312
Removing the spring U-bolt nuts
5
Remove the upper leaf springs using a lift or overhead
crane.
Note: If there are several upper leaf springs it is best to
remove them one at a time.
6
Remove the bolts to the spring plates on both ends
of the lower leaf spring.
7
Using a lift or overhead crane, remove the lower leaf
spring and remove the U-bolts.
Note: It may be necessary to rotate the cradle back and
forth to remove the U-bolts.
8
Install the U-bolts and the lower leaf spring onto the
cradle.
CAUTION
forth to install the U-bolts.
9
Once the lower leaf spring is in place, install the spring
plates at both ends of the leaf spring and torque the bolts
to 85 15 Nm (63 11 ft-lb).
85 15 Nm
(63 11 ft-lb)
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10
Using a lift or overhead crane, install the remaining
leaf springs.
Note: Be sure that all leaf springs are properly aligned
and that all shims are installed properly.
the leaves, also insure that the leaves are marked with
11
Install the saddle cap and U-bolt nuts. Torque the U-bolt
nuts to 500 75 Nm. Torque all U-bolt nuts to 10 Nm
before applying the full amount of torque.
500 75 Nm (369 55 ft-lb)
12
Raise the frame and remove the jack stands, then lower
the frame and remove the wheel chocks.
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Service Procedures
7221-03-02-03
Rear Spring Leaf, Replacement
1
wheels.
2
Remove the nuts from the spring ends.
W6001333
Removing the spring end nuts.
3
Raise the frame and support the frame rails with jack
stands, one at the front and one at the rear of the
rear suspension.
4
Remove the spring U-bolt nuts and then the spring
saddle cap.
W6001312
Removing the U-bolt nuts
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Service Procedures
5
Use an overhead crane or other approved lifting devices
to remove the spring assembly.
6
Dismantle spring leaf assembly and remove the damaged
spring leaf.
7
Inspect the shims between the spring leaves and replace
them if they are damaged.
8
Install the new spring leaf or leaves and reassembly the
spring assembly.
the leaves, also insure that the leaves are marked with
9
To reinstall the spring assembly, reverse procedures 1
through 4.
10
Torque U-bolt nuts to 500 75 Nm (370 55 ft-lb).
Torque top spring end nuts to 144 31 Nm (107 23
ft-lb). Torque bottom spring end nuts to 260 30 Nm
(192 22 ft-lb).
500 75 Nm (370 55 ft-lb)
144 31 Nm (107 23 ft-lb) ,
260 30 Nm, (192 22 ft-lb)
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Service Procedures
7271-03-02-01
Rubber Spring, Replacement (Each)
1
wheels.
2
Remove the four Allen fasteners from the spring plate.
W6001333
3
Using an air lift, raise the frame to relieve pressure from
the rubber spring and remove the spring plate.
W7000269
Raising the frame
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Service Procedures
4
Remove the four fasteners that mount the rubber spring to
the axle mounted bracket and remove the rubber spring.
W6001330
5
Install the replacement rubber spring onto the axle
mounted bracket and torque the fasteners to
140 25 Nm (103 18 ft-lb).
140 25 Nm (103 18 ft-lb)
6
Lower the frame slowly while sliding the spring plate
back into position.
7
Once the spring plate is in position, install the Allen
head fasteners and torque them to 85 15 Nm
(63 11 ft-lb).
85 15 Nm
(63 11 ft-lb)
8
Lower the frame completely and
remove the wheel chocks.
9
Torque top spring end nuts to 144 31 Nm (107 23
ft-lb). Torque bottom spring end nuts to 260 30 Nm
(192 22 ft-lb).
144 31 Nm (107 23 ft-lb)
260 30 Nm (192 22 ft-lb)
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Service Procedures
10
Torque bolts for rubber spring to axle pads as follows:
VOLVO 115 25 Nm (85 18 ft-lb).

Rockwell/Eaton 73 17 Nm (54 13 ft-lb).
115 25 Nm (85 18 ft-lb),

73 17 Nm (54 13 ft-lb)
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Service Procedures
7229-03-02-01
Rear Spring Retaining Bolt, Replacement
1
wheels.
2
Remove the spring U-bolt nuts and then the spring
saddle cap.
W6001312
Removing the U-bolt nuts
3
Remove the spring U-bolts.
W6001314
4
To facilitate the U-bolt removal, rotate the cradle to the left
and right, and slide the U-bolt out.
CAUTION
5
To reassemble with new U-bolts, reverse procedures 1
through 3.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
6
Torque U-bolt nuts to 500 75 Nm (370 55 ft-lb).
Note: It there are several upper leaf springs it is best to
500 75 Nm (370 55 ft-lb)
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Group 72
Service Procedures
6559-05-02-01
Tandem, Alignment
To align the tandem use the J36795, Tandem Axle
Calipers. Tandem adjustments are made with washer
shims that are fastened to the saddle bracket at the
lower torque rod end.
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Fig. 2: Bogie Bracket and Tandem alignment

1
To remove or install washer shims, remove the long
through bolts that hold both the front and the rear lower
torque rod ends at the saddle bracket.
2
After installing or removing shims,
re-torque bolt nuts to 200 25 Nm
(148 18 ft-lb).
200 25 Nm (148 18 ft-lb)
3
Refer to the correct service literature for alignment
procedures.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
6553-03-02-03
Cradle, Replacement
1
Park vehicle on a level surface and the chock front wheels.
2
Using an air lift raise the frame and support it with jack
stands at the front and back of the suspension.
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Raising the frame
3
Once the frame is supported and the suspension is
relieved of pressure, remove the four U-bolt nuts and
remove the spring saddle cap.
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4
Using a lifting device, remove the upper leaf springs
Note: If there are several upper leaf springs it is best to
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Group 72
Service Procedures
5
After removing the upper leaf springs, remove the spring
plate on each end of the lower leaf spring to enable to
removal of the lower leaf spring.
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6
Remove the lower leaf spring and
remove the U-bolts from the cradle.
forth to remove the U-bolts.
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7
Remove the hub cap from the cradle and clean off the
grease from around the snap ring.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
8
Using snap-ring pliers, remove the snap ring.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection when working around
batteries to prevent the risk of injury due to contact
with sulfuric acid or explosion.
9988185
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Removing the snap ring
9
Using VOLVO tool 9992337 remove the outer thrust
washer.
9992337
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Removing the outer thrust washer
10
Slide the cradle off from the trunnion tube and remove the
inner thrust washer. Use Snap-On tool number A173
to remove the inner thrust washer.
A173
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Removing the outer thrust washer
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Group 72
Service Procedures
11
Remove the nylon bushings from the cradle. For grease
seal replacement, see service procedures for grease
seals replacement.
Note: Use a generous amount of grease when replacing
grease seals.
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12
Install the inner thrust washer and nylon bushings by
sliding the cradle on to the trunnion tube.
13
Install the outer thrust washer and snap ring.
Note: It is recommended to use a new snap ring when
replacing cradle seals or grease seals. Make sure the
snap ring is fully seated.
14
Install the hub cap and torque the bolts to 20 5 Nm
(15 4 ft-lb).
20 5 Nm
(15 4 ft-lb)
15
Reverse the procedures (steps 15) for installing the leaf
spring assembly. Torque U-bolt nuts to 500 75 Nm (369
55 ft-lb). Torque the spring plate bolts to
85 15 Nm (63 11 ft-lb).
CAUTION
Do not reuse U-bolts
500 75 Nm (369 55 ft-lb)
85 15 Nm (63 11 ft-lb)
16
Remove the jack stands and wheel chocks.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
6559-03-04-01
Grease Seals, Replacement
(Cradle Removed)
Cradle Removed
1
Remove the old grease seals from the cradle.
2
Clean out the seal grooves and lightly smear clean
grease over grooves.
3
Install new grease seals. The larger of the two grease
seals fits on the inside groove and the smaller one fits
on the outer groove. The grease seal lips face each
other when in position.
4
Lightly apply grease on both seals.
5
Remove the wear ring from the cavity in the saddle
bracket and install a new wear ring. This wear ring can be
removed using a flat blade screwdriver.
6
Reinstall the cradle back onto the trunnion tube.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
6559-10-02-01
Cradle Bearing, Lubrication
It is important that lubrication is done as follows so the
bearing is filled completely with grease.
1
Remove pressure relief valve located at A and install
a grease fitting.
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Cradle bearing lubrication points
2
Remove the grease fitting at B.
3
Fill with grease through A fitting until grease oozes
out of B.
4
Install grease fitting at B and fill with grease until it oozes
out around the entire seal (see arrow).
5
Remove grease fitting at A and reinstall the pressure
relief valve.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
7113-01-01-01
Permanent Fastener, Removal
You must read and understand the precautions and
guidelines in Service Information, Group 70, "General
Safety Practices" before performing this procedure.
If you are not properly trained and certified in this
procedure, ask your supervisor for training before
you perform it.
The HUCKBOLT Permanent fasteners are swagged
over the grooved pin. No amount of twisting or
hammering will dislodge or remove the pin from the collar.
The collar must be cut parallel to the HUCKBOLT pin
end of the swagged section. This is best accomplished
with a small wheel grinder. Other options may be to use a
drill or chisel to create openings on the collar wall.
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Fig. 3: Optional collar removal procedures
CAUTION
HUCKBOLT Permanent Fasteners are clamped at
a very high torque and they may release suddenly.
Wear proper eye protection and keep your face at
least two feet away from the collar. Do not use a
cutting torch for removal.
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Group 72
Service Procedures
1
Using a wheel grinder (preferred method) cut a vertical
groove into the swagged section of the HUCKBOLT
collar on two or more sides (see arrow in figure 1).
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Collar section
Swagged section
2
After the collar is opened over the length of the swagged
portion on two or more opposing sides, the pin may
become free. If not, additional collar material should be
pulled away from the swagged section of the collar using
vice grips or a chisel.
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3
Remove the pin after sufficient material is pulled away
from the swagged section of the collar.
Note: Any fastener that is removed should be replaced
with a fastener of equal or greater strength.
Note: For HUCKBOLT Installation procedures refer
to Service Information in Group 711 HUCKBOLT
Tool, Repair procedure.
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Volvo Trucks Canada, Ltd.

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Fig. 1: T-Ride Tandem Suspension

Meritor (Rockwell) Axle

Dana (Eaton) Axle

Axle Pinion Angles

Meritor (Rockwell) Axle

Dana (Eaton) Axle

Volvo Tool 9992337 (Pry Bar) can be used to remove

Volvo Tool 9988185 (Snap-Ring Pliers) are used for

Snap-On Tool A173 can be used to remove the inner

The Anglemaster is a digital inclinometer, available from

The J38460A is a digital protractor, available from

The J3846025 may be used along with the Kent-Moore

The J36795 are tandem axle calipers, available from

Design and Function

Design and Function

Design and Function

Design and Function

Parabolic Spring Leaves

Note: When replacing Parabolic Spring Leaves, the

V-Stay Torque Rods

Design and Function

V-Stay Torque Rod Frame

Rubber Spring Bracket

Rubber Spring Plate

Lower Reaction Rod Bracket

Design and Function

Bogie Bracket and Cradle Assembly

Design and Function

Outer Thrust Washer

Inner Thrust Washer

Cross-Section View of Cradle and Saddle Bracket

Thrust alignment incorrect

Lateral alignment of axles incorrect

Excessively worn nylon bushings

Excessively worn trunion tube

Excessive end play on cradle

(1) Refer to Nylon Bushings page 12.

Removing the saddle bracket bolts

Removing the U-bolts

Raising the frame

Removing the spring U-bolt nuts

Removing the spring end nuts.

Removing the U-bolt nuts

Raising the frame

VOLVO 115 25 Nm (85 18 ft-lb).

115 25 Nm (85 18 ft-lb),

Removing the U-bolt nuts

Removing the U-bolts

Fig. 2: Bogie Bracket and Tandem alignment

Raising the frame

Removing the U-bolts

Removing the snap ring