Introduction; Important Safety Notice; Notation Explanation - Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Installation Manual

Introduction

The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and
troubleshooting of the LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring kit . LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate
utilizes sturdy, reinforced, commercial grade single or double, depending on the kit, convolute
bellows . The bellows are manufactured like a tire with layers of rubber and cords that
control growth . An internal jounce bumper inside the spring absorbs shock and eliminates
harsh jarring on rough roads . 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 . of load leveling support with air adjustability from 5-100 PSI . The kits are
also used in motorhome rear kits and some motorhome fronts where leaf springs are used .
It is important to read and understand the entire installation guide before beginning installation
or performing any maintenance, service or repair . The information here includes a hardware
list, tool list, step-by-step installation information, maintenance tips, safety information and
a troubleshooting guide .

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The installation of this kit does not alter the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or payload
of the vehicle . Check your vehicle's owner's manual and do not exceed the maximum load
listed for your vehicle .
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle
(including passengers and cargo) . This number — along with other weight limits, as well
as tire, rim size and inflation pressure data — is shown on the vehicle's Safety
Compliance Certification Label.
Payload: The combined, maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the
vehicle is designed to carry . Payload is GVWR minus the Base Curb Weight .

NOTATION EXPLANATION

Hazard notations appear in various locations in this publication . Information which is
highlighted by one of these notations must be observed to help minimize risk of personal
injury or possible improper installation which may render the vehicle unsafe . Notes are used
to help emphasize areas of procedural importance and provide helpful suggestions . The
following definitions explain the use of these notations as they appear throughout this guide.
INDICATES IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH .
INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH .
DANGER
INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO THE MACHINE OR MINOR PERSONAL INJURY .
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Indicates a procedure, practice or hint which is important to highlight.
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