Air Lift  1000 60818 Installation Manual

Air Lift 1000 60818 Installation Manual

Dodge 1500 pickup, 2wd & 4wd
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Kit 60818
Dodge 1500 Pickup,
2WD & 4WD

INSTALLATION GUIDE

For maximum effectiveness and safety,
please read these instructions completely
before proceeding with installation.
Failure to read these instructions can result in an
incorrect installation.
Cover image
may not depict
actual kit.

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Kit 60818 Dodge 1500 Pickup, 2WD & 4WD Cover image may not depict actual kit. INSTALLATION GUIDE For maximum effectiveness and safety, please read these instructions completely before proceeding with installation. Failure to read these instructions can result in an incorrect installation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Air Lift 1000 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Air Lift Company reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products and publications at any time. Contact Air Lift Company at (800) 248-0892 or go online at www.airliftcompany.com for the latest version of this manual.
  • Page 5: Hardware And Tools Lists

    Tee ............. 1 21455 Valve ............2 10638 Uni clamp........... 6 Missing or damaged parts? Call Air Lift customer STOP! service at (800) 248-0892 for a replacement part. Installing the Air Lift 1000 System GETTING STARTED 1. Jack up the rear of the vehicle or raise on a hoist. Support the frame with safety stands (Fig.
  • Page 6: Installing The Air Line

    Air Lift 1000 4. Insert the flattened air spring into the coil spring through the lowest opening with the stem at the top (Fig. 3). Valve stem at the top Install the protector on the top Fig. 3 Fig. 4 5.
  • Page 7 Air Lift 1000 Use this procedure for all air line connections: a. Slide the air line clamp onto the air line. b. Push the air line over the barbed stem. Fig. 5 c. Compress the ears on the air line clamp with pliers and slide it forward to fully cover the barbed section.
  • Page 8: Dual Air Line Routing

    Air Lift 1000 11. Continue to “Completing the Installation.” DUAL AIR LINE ROUTING TO PREVENT AIR LINE FROM MELTING, KEEP IT AT LEAST 8” (203MM) FROM EXHAUST CAUTION SYSTEM. 1. Select a location for the inflation valves in the rocker panel flange, or rear bumper, assuring that each valve will be protected and accessible with an air hose.
  • Page 9: Checking For Leaks

    DO NOT CUT OFF THE AIR LINE COMPLETELY AS THIS WILL USUALLY NICK THE CAUTION BARB AND RENDER THE FITTING USELESS. 2. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892. MN-753...
  • Page 10: Before Operating

    Air Lift 1000 Before Operating INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (To be completed by installer)  Clearance test — Inflate the air springs to 30 PSI (2.1BAR) and ensure there is at least 1/2” clearance around each bellow, away from anything that might rub against them.
  • Page 11: Product Use, Maintenance And Servicing

    4. Look for a kink or fold in the air line. Reroute as needed. If the preceding steps do not solve the problem, it is possibly caused by a failed air spring — either a factory defect or an operating problem. Please call Air Lift at (800) 248-0892 for assistance. MN-753...
  • Page 12: Frequently Asked Questions

    No. Adding air springs will not change the weight ratings (GAWR, GCWR and/or GVWR) of a vehicle. Exceeding the GVWR is dangerous and voids the Air Lift warranty. Q . Is it necessary to keep air in the air springs at all times and how much pressure will they need? The recommended minimum air pressure is 5 PSI(.34BAR).
  • Page 13: Guidelines For Adding Air

    Air Lift 1000 GUIDELINES FOR ADDING AIR 1. Start with the vehicle level or slightly above. 2. When in doubt, always add air. 3. If the front of the vehicle dives while braking, increase the pressure in the front air bags, if equipped.
  • Page 14: Choosing The Right On-Board Air Compressor System

    For additional warranty information contact Air Lift Company customer service. Replacement Part Information If replacement parts are needed, contact the local dealer or call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892. Most parts are immediately available and can be shipped the same day.
  • Page 15 Air Lift 1000 Notes MN-753...
  • Page 16 Air Lift 1000 Notes MN-753...
  • Page 17 Air Lift 1000 Notes MN-753...
  • Page 18 Thank you for purchasing Air Lift products — the professional installer’s choice! Air Lift Company • 2727 Snow Road • Lansing, MI 48917 or PO Box 80167 • Lansing, MI 48908-0167 Toll Free (800) 248-0892 • Local (517) 322-2144 • Fax (517) 322-0240 • www.airliftcompany.com...

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