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- Page 1 Kit 60713 ™ 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Tools List ..............3 C. Installing the Air Lift 1000 Kit ......3 Getting Started . -
Page 3: Introduction
A. Introduction The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Air Lift 1000 air spring kit. 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 guidelines and operating tips. -
Page 4: Hardware And Tools Lists
21455 Valve ............2 10638 Uni clamps ..........6 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. 2. Mark the location of the spring/upper spring mount with a marker so that the spring can be reinstalled and indexed properly. -
Page 5: Marking Hole For Air Line
Air Lift 1000 MARKING HOLE FOR AIR LINE 1. Place air cylinder into coil spring with the air stem facing down (Fig. C.2) fig. C.2 2. Place coil spring and air cylinder assembly on the control arm lower seat. 3. Mark the cylinder air stem location where it comes in contact with the control arm. -
Page 6: Installing The Air Spring
Air Lift 1000 INSTALLING THE AIR SPRING 1. Place the air bag and the top and bottom protectors in the coil spring (Fig. C.4). The top protector is the thinner one. Thinner air spring protector (B) Air spring Thicker air spring protector (C) fig. -
Page 7: Installing The Air Lines
Air Lift 1000 D. Installing the Air Lines A tee air line installation serving both air bags is recommended. If the weight in the vehicle varies from one side to the other and unequal pressures are needed to level the load or compensate for axle torque transfer in racing applications, use dual air lines. -
Page 8: Tee Air Line Routing
Air Lift 1000 5. Push the inflation valve through the hole and use the rubber washer, flat washer, and another 5/16” nut to secure it in place. Tighten the nuts to secure the assembly. 6. Route the air line along the frame to the fitting on the air spring (Fig. D.3). Keep AT LEAST 6”... -
Page 9: Completing The Installation
Air Lift 1000 E. Before Operating CHECKING FOR LEAKS 1. Inflate the air spring to 30 PSI. 2. Spray all connections and the inflation valves with a solution of 1/5 liquid dish soap and 4/5 water. Spot leaks easily by looking for bubbles in the soapy water. -
Page 10: Installation Checklist
If a heat shield was included in the kit, install it. If there is no heat shield, but one is required, call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892. Fastener test — Recheck all bolts for proper torque. Re-torque after 100 miles. -
Page 11: Product Use, Maintenance And Servicing
2. When carrying a payload it will be helpful to increase the tire inflation pressure in proportion to any overload condition. Air Lift Company recommends a 2 PSI increase above normal for each 100 pounds additional load on the axle. -
Page 12: Tuning The Air Pressure
Air Lift 1000 TUNING THE AIR PRESSURE Pressure determination comes down to three things — level vehicle, ride comfort and stability. 1. Level vehicle If the vehicle’s headlights are shining into the trees or the vehicle is leaning to one side, then it is not level (Fig. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide
Q. Will installing air springs increase the weight ratings of a vehicle? 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.