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SUSPENSION SYSTEM.
a. Suspension System. Composed of springs, torsion bars, shock absorbers, axles, and
wheels.
b. Front Suspension. Features:
(1) Tapered-leaf Springs.
(2) Front Stabilizer Bar.
(3) Heavy-duty Shock Absorbers.
c.
Rear Suspension. Features:
(1) 3-stage Multileaf and Auxiliary Spring. M1028, M1028A1, and M1031 trucks.
(2)
2-stage Multileaf Springs. All other models.
(3) Heavy-duty Shock Absorbers.
d. Differentials. Provide equal traction to each wheel and, at the same time, permit each
of them to run ahead or lag behind the other, as may be required, in rounding curves or riding over
obstructions.
e. Wheels and Tires.
(1) All Except M1009. One-piece design, 16 in. x 6.50 in. wheels and
LT235/85R-16E steel-belted radial blackwall tires.
(2) M1009. One-piece design, 15 in. x 8 in. wheels and 10.00R-15C steel-belted
radial blackwall tires.
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WINTERIZATION KIT HEATERS.
a. Winterization Kit Heaters. Available for CUCV Series trucks for severe cold weather
areas. Three heaters are available for installation:
(1) Cab Heater (underhood). Heats batteries and cab.
(2) Engine Coolant Heater (underhood). Heats engine coolant. Exhaust from this
heater heats engine and transmission oil.
(3) Cargo Compartment Heater (M1008 and M008A1 only). Heats insulated cargo
enclosure of pickup box.
b. Heater Control Panel. Located on right side of instrument panel and controls both
underhood heaters.
c. Cargo Compartment Heater Control Panel. Bracket-mounted to heater itself and
controls only the cargo compartment heater.
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AMBULANCE COMPONENTS.
a. Air Conditioner. Provides cooling for the patient compartment allowing for a
temperature of 77°F (25°C) to be maintained with full patient load plus attendant [at 30 mi/h and
125°F (52°C) outside ambient temperature after 1 hour).
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