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Front Suspension - Leaf Spring: Description

NOTE: Motorhome Chassis and Commercial Van can be identified by a "P" as the fifth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN is stamped on a metal pad, on top left end of instrument panel, near windshield.

Leaf spring assembly is attached to the front axle by "U" bolts. A kingpin is used to attach steering knuckle to front axle. The kingpin is part of bearing cap and rides in a tapered roller bearing. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Suspension
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