2.2 Front Suspension
2.2.1 Springs and Spring Mounting
WARNING: Do not modify, drill, cut
or weld any suspension
components, specifically the
steering gear system, subframe or
anti-roll bars, springs or shock
absorbers including mounting
brackets.
CAUTIONS:
When carrying out welding work the
springs must be covered to protect
them against weld splatter.
Do not touch springs with welding
electrodes or welding tongs.
Make sure that components
loosened or removed and reinstalled
are properly reassembled and the
torque set in accordance with
manufactures requirements.
NOTE: Do not modify the wheelbase or add any
type of frame extension to vehicles fitted with
Interactive Vehicle Dynamics (IVD)
NOTE: Do not damage the surface or corrosion
protection of the spring during disassembly and
installation.
NOTE: For detailed information please contact
the Vehicle Converter Advisory Service at
[email protected].
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2.3 Rear Suspension
2.3.1 Springs and Spring
Mounting
WARNING: Do not modify, drill, cut
or weld any suspension
components, specifically the
steering gear system, sub-frame or
anti-roll bars, springs or shock
absorbers including mounting
brackets.
CAUTIONS:
When carrying out welding work the
springs must be covered to protect
them against weld splatter.
Do not touch springs with welding
electrodes or welding tongs.
Make sure that components
loosened or removed and reinstalled
are properly reassembled and the
torque set in accordance with
manufactures requirements.
NOTE: Do not modify the wheelbase or add any
type of frame extension to vehicles fitted with
Interactive Vehicle Dynamics (IVD)
NOTE: Do not damage the surface or corrosion
protection of the spring during disassembly and
installation.
NOTE: For detailed information please contact
the Vehicle Converter Advisory Service at
[email protected].
2.3.2 Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Remove the rear anti-roll bar on Chassis Cabs,
except on:
•330 and 350 Front Wheel Drive Chassis Cabs
with Box Body or with another conversion that
gives a similar or higher Centre of Gravity
(CoG) height.
•Dual Rear Wheel Chassis Cabs with Box Body
or with another conversion that gives a similar
or higher Centre of Gravity (CoG) height
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