A D J U S TA B L E A I R H E L P E R S P R I N G S TOW AND HAUL WITH SAFETY AND COMFORT Kit Number 88291 INSTALLATION GUIDE For maximum effectiveness and safety, please read these instructions completely before proceeding with installation.
. The internal jounce bumper replaces the factory bumper and allows the air springs to safely be run at zero air pressure . LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate kits are recommended for most ¾ and 1 ton pickups and SUVs with leaf springs and provide up to 5,000 lbs .
LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate 2 . On 2005 models it will be necessary to remove the top rear shock bracket rivet (on the passenger side only) to mount the upper bracket (fig. 5). 3 . With the B&W hitch bracket in the position described in step 1, proceed with the air spring installations .
LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate REMOVING THE PASSENGER SIDE SHOCK BRACKET RIVET 1 . Remove the rear, top shock mounting rivet on the passenger side of the vehicle to provide a mounting hole for the upper bracket (see fig. 5). ATTACHING THE LOWER BRACKET 1.
LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate INSTALLING THE AIR LINES 1. Choose a convenient location for mounting the inflation valves. Popular locations for the inflation valve are: a. The wheel well flanges. b . License plate recess in bumper . c . Under the gas cap access door .
LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate 7 . Cut off air line leaving approximately 12” of extra air line . A clean square cut will ensure against leaks (see fig. 11). Insert the air line into the air fitting. This is a push to connect fitting.
LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Before Operating INSTALLATION CHECKLIST (To be completed by installer) Clearance test — Inflate the air springs to 60 PSI and ensure there is at least ½” clearance around each bellow, away from anything that might rub against them . Be sure to check the tire, brake drum, frame, shock absorbers and brake cables .
The required air pressure will vary depending on the state of the original suspension . Operating the vehicle below the minimum air spring pressure will void the Air Lift warranty . 5 . When increasing load, always adjust the air pressure to maintain the normal ride height .
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...
LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate 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 .
— from inside or outside of the vehicle . • For convenient, on-the-go control of your air springs, add an Air Lift on-board air compressor system . • Air Lift on-board air compressor systems eliminate the search for gas stations that have a working compressor, saving you time, energy and money .
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