Introduction; Important Safety Notice; Notation Explanation - Air Lift 1000 Installation Manual

Introduction

The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and
troubleshooting of the Air Lift 1000/Drag Bag 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.
Air Lift Company reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products and
publications at any time. For the latest version of this manual, contact Air Lift Company at
(800) 248-0892 or visit our website at www.airliftcompany.com.

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 truck
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
DANGER
INJURY OR DEATH.
INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE
CAUTION
TO THE MACHINE OR MINOR PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE
Indicates a procedure, practice or hint which is important to highlight.
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