Front Axle
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B0-150-00 and MX-016-00
MB-150-03
REPLACE KING PIN/BUSHINGS
There are different types of king pin bushings depending on the configuration of your vehicle. This is a generic
procedure that covers all three types of bushings. Refer to the illustration below for the type of bushing in your vehicle.
•
Bronze bushings in the axle beam.
•
Bronze bushings in the steering knuckle.
• Metal backed Teflon bushings in the axle beam or suspension arm.
Note: Bronze bushings must be reamed or broached to the proper diameter after they are pressed into the
axle beam or steering knuckle.
Note: It is recommended that the thrust washers or bearings should be replaced whenever replacing the king
pin bushings or king pins. Refer to the Replacement Parts section for the orientation of the bearing or
washers in your vehicle.
1: Raise the front of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
2: Remove the steering knuckle. Refer to Replace the Steering Knuckle for information regarding removing the
steering knuckle.
3: Press the king pin bushings out from the axle, steering knuckle or suspension arm.
4: Press new bushings into the axle, steering knuckle or suspension arm. If equipped with bronze bushings,
ream or broach the bushings per specification listed at the end of this chapter..
5: Inspect the king pin for damage or wear. If any damage or wear is noted then the king pin must be replaced.
6: Reassemble in reverse order.
Note: Refer to Replace the Steering Knuckle for information on installing the steering knuckle.
7: Grease the bushings (bronze only).
8: Lower the vehicle.
9: Reconnect the batteries.
10: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
11: Release the park brake and test drive.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING
Summary of Contents for B0-150-00
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Page 12: ...Page 12 MB 150 03 Introduction B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 Notes...
Page 20: ...PM Schedule Page 20 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 MB 150 03 Notes...
Page 21: ...Table of Contents Special Tool List Special Tool List Tool List 22 Troubleshooting Guide 23...
Page 24: ...Tool List Page 24 B0 150 00 and MX 016 00 MB 150 03 Notes...
Page 27: ...Lubrication Page 27 MB 150 03 B0 150 00 and MX 016 00 LUBRICATION DIAGRAM...
Page 28: ...Lubrication Page 28 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 MB 150 03 Notes...
Page 36: ...Front Axle Page 36 B0 150 00 and MX 016 00 MB 150 03 Notes...
Page 53: ...Steering Page 53 MB 150 03 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 Exploded View of Steering Gear...
Page 72: ...Drive Motor Page 72 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 MB 150 03 Notes...
Page 78: ...Tires Wheels Page 78 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 MB 150 03 Notes...
Page 104: ...Replacement Parts Page 104 MB 150 03 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY...
Page 116: ...Replacement Parts Page 116 MB 150 03 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 FRAME AND BODY CAB...
Page 119: ...Replacement Parts Page 119 Not available at time of printing MB 150 03 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00...
Page 120: ...Replacement Parts Page 120 MB 150 03 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 LINKAGE THROTTLE AND BRAKE...
Page 134: ...Replacement Parts Page 134 MB 150 03 B0 015 00 and MX 016 00 Notes...
