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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Installation Manual

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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
88202
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.
MN-857 • (021306) • ECR 7682
TM

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  • Page 1 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 88202 INSTALLATION GUIDE For maximum effectiveness and safety, please read these instructions completely before proceeding with installation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Hardware List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installing the LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting Started .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    . 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 3/4 and 1 ton pickups and SUVs with leaf springs and provide up to 5,000 lbs .

  • Page 5: Installation Diagram

    LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Installation Diagram Forward Outboard fig. 1 MN-857...

  • Page 6: Hardware List

    17203 3/8” x 7/8” HH Bolt ........8 (*not shown in Figure 1) Missing or damaged parts? Call Air Lift customer STOP! service at (800) 248-0892 for a replacement part .

  • Page 7: Assembling The Air Spring

    LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate ASSEMBLING THE AIR SPRING 1 . Set a roll plate (D) on both ends of the air spring (A) . The radiused (rounded) edge of the roll plate will be towards the air spring so that the air spring is seated in both roll plates (Figure 1) .
  • Page 8 LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate NOTE Mount the upper bracket as high on the frame as possible. There should be a minimum of 6 inches between the upper and lower brackets (Figure 4). The top two holes may be above or even with the frame. If this is the case, use the two lower holes in the upper bracket for mounting.

  • Page 9: Securing The Air Spring To The Brackets

    LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate SECURING THE AIR SPRING TO THE BRACKETS 1 . Align the bellows (A) in and out so that they are perpendicular to the upper and lower brackets (Figure 5) . NOTE Keep a finger’s width between the roll plate (D) and frame (Figure 6).

  • Page 10: Installing The Air Lines

    “ hole to install the inflation valves. 3 . Cut the air line assembly (AA) in two equal lengths . WHEN CUTTING OR TRIMMING THE AIR LINE, USE A HOSE CUTTER (AIR LIFT P/N CAUTION 10530), A RAZOR BLADE OR A SHARP KNIFE. A CLEAN, SQUARE CUT WILL ENSURE AGAINST LEAKS.

  • Page 11: Checking For Leaks

    LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate 4. Install the inflation valves as shown in Figure 10. fig. 10 5 . Keep at least 6” of clearance between the air line and heat sources, such as the exhaust pipes, muffler, or catalytic converter. Avoid sharp bends and edges. Leave at least 2”...
  • Page 12 FITTING USELESS . CUT AIR LINE OFF A FEW INCHES IN FRONT OF THE FITTING AND USE A PAIR OF PLIERS OR VISE-GRIPS TO PULL/TWIST THE AIR LINE OFF THE FITTING . 3 . If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, call Air Lift Technical Service at 1-800-248-0892 for assistance . MN-857...

  • Page 13: Before Operating

    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 1/2” 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 .

  • Page 14: Product Use, Maintenance And Servicing

    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 .

  • Page 15: Frequently Asked Questions

    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 . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q .

  • Page 16: Guidelines For Adding Air

    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 .

  • Page 17: Choosing The Right On-Board Air Compressor System

    — 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 .

  • Page 18: Limited Warranty And Return Policy

    . Air Lift Company’s maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the purchase price paid by you for the Air Lift product . Please note that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you .

  • Page 19: Replacement Information

    LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Replacement Information If you need replacement parts, 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 . Contact Air Lift Company customer service at (800) 248-0892, first if: •...
  • Page 20 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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