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Fox ELITE 2.5 Series Installation Manual

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DIRECT-REPLACEMENT
INSTALLATION GUIDE
FORD F-150 (2015-2020)
PERFORMANCE ELITE SERIES 2.5
DUAL SPEED COMPRESSION
883-06-190 - Kit: 15-20 Ford 4WD F-150, Front, 2.5 Truck PES, R/R, 4-6" Lift, DSC
883-06-181 - Kit: 15-20 Ford F-150, Front, 2.5 Truck PES, R/R, 0-2" Lift, DSC
883-06-189 - Kit: 15-20 Ford 2WD F-150, Front, 2.5 Truck PES, R/R, 0-2" Lift, DSC
883-26-119 - Kit: 15-20 Ford F-150, Rear, 2.5 Truck PES, P/B, 4-6" Lift, DSC
883-26-114 - Kit: 15-20 Ford F-150, Rear, 2.5 Truck PES, P/B, 0-2" Lift, DSC
605-01-323 REV 1

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  • Page 1 DIRECT-REPLACEMENT INSTALLATION GUIDE FORD F-150 (2015-2020) PERFORMANCE ELITE SERIES 2.5 DUAL SPEED COMPRESSION 883-06-190 - Kit: 15-20 Ford 4WD F-150, Front, 2.5 Truck PES, R/R, 4-6” Lift, DSC 883-06-181 - Kit: 15-20 Ford F-150, Front, 2.5 Truck PES, R/R, 0-2” Lift, DSC 883-06-189 - Kit: 15-20 Ford 2WD F-150, Front, 2.5 Truck PES, R/R, 0-2”...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SUPPLIED PART S SHOCK DIAGRAM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION GUIDELINES FRONT SHOCK INSTALLATION REAR SHOCK INSTALLATION FOX FACTORY DSC WARRANTY INFORMATION SHOCKS NEED LOVE TOO...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    FOX recommends that you become completely familiar with the handling characteristics of your modified vehicle before operating it under rigorous conditions, helping to avoid potential rollover situations and other loss of control events. FOX further recommends that you use appropriate protective equipment at all times when operating your vehicle.

  • Page 4: Supplied Parts

    SUPPLIED PARTS SHOCK ASSEMBLY FOX PN DESCRIPTION NOTES 983-06-190-L/R FRONT, LEFT/RIGHT SHOCK 4WD, 4-6” Lift 983-26-119 REAR, LEFT/RIGHT SHOCK 4-6” Lift 983-06-181-L/R FRONT, LEFT/RIGHT SHOCK 4WD, 0-2” Lift 983-26-114 REAR, LEFT/RIGHT SHOCK 0-2” Lift 983-06-189-L/R FRONT, LEFT/RIGHT SHOCK 2WD, 0-2” Lift...

  • Page 5: Shock Diagram

    SHOCK DIAGRAM FRONT SHOCK REAR SHOCK PART NO. NAME PART NO. NAME Eyelet DSC adjuster Reservoir bridge Reservoir Hose Bumper Wiper seal Shock body Shaft Schrader valve Hose coupler Top hat Preload ring Bar-pin bolt 605-01-323...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    FOX direct-replacement shocks are gas-charged and are highly pressurized. Placing shocks in a vise or clamp, applying heat, or attempting to open or service the shock without the proper tools and training can result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. Do not attempt to modify, puncture or incinerate a FOX direct-replacement shock absorber.

  • Page 7: Installation Guidelines

    • DO NOT install any FOX product without the necessary special tools, expertise and chassis lift or you will subject yourself to the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. If you elect to not use a chassis lift...

  • Page 8: Front Shock Installation

    FRONT SHOCK INSTALLATION TOOLS REQUIRED • Manufacturer Torque Specs • Torque Wrench • Medium-Strength Thread-Lock • 13/64” Drill Bit NOTICE: Medium-strength thread-lock is recommended on all bolts. 1. Please read the installation guidelines on page 5 for instructions on how to properly lift and secure the vehicle.
  • Page 9 RESERVOIR BRACKET INSTALLATION 4. Install the supplied Group A remote reservoir mounting brackets to the frame of the vehicle (Fig. 1). Fig. 1: Left side of the vehicle is shown. 4A. Utilize the OE radiator bracket’s bolted joint to locate the reservoir bracket’s front mounting hole (Fig 2).
  • Page 10 Fig. 3: Driver’s side wheel well. 6. Connect the FOX shock to the lower mount using the Group E bolts and washers. Torque the bar-pin bolts to 50 ft-lbs 7. Mount the reservoir to the mounting bracket, installed in step 4, with the Group C clamps (Fig. 4).
  • Page 11 8. Reconnect the upper ball joint at the knuckle, torque to OE specifications. Make sure to reinstall any brackets or wires that were previously removed. 9. Reinstall the outer tie rod ends and torque to OE specifications. CHECK AND FINAL DETAILS 10.

  • Page 12: Rear Shock Installation

    FOX SHOCK INSTALL 4. Install the new FOX shock by reusing OE bolts and nuts. For piggyback reservoir models, make sure the reservoir is pointing toward the rear of the vehicle on both driver and passenger sides. Torque to OE specifications.

  • Page 13: Fox Factory Dsc

    FOX FACTORY DSC DUAL SPEED COMPRESSION (DSC) ADJUSTER SETTINGS DSC HIGH SPEED COMPRESSION 12 CLICKS OPEN CLOSED (FULL (FULL COUNTER CLICKS CLOCKWISE) CLOCKWISE) LEAST AMOUNT GREATEST AMOUNT OF COMPRESSION OF COMPRESSION DAMPING SOFTEST DAMPING FIRMEST DSC LOW SPEED COMPRESSION 10 CLICKS...

  • Page 14: Warranty Information

    Should it be determined by FOX in its sole and final discretion, that a FOX suspension product is covered by this warranty, it will be repaired or replaced, by a comparable model, at FOX’s sole option, which will be conclusive and binding. THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. ANY AND ALL OTHER REMEDIES AND DAMAGES THAT MAY OTHERWISE BE APPLICABLE ARE EXCLUDED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.

  • Page 15: Shocks Need Love Too

    NEED LOVE TOO FOX SERVICE AND UPGRADES HAVE YOUR FOX SHOCKS SERVICED BY FOX TECHNICIANS. CALL OUR OFF-ROAD AND TRUCK SERVICE CENTER AT 619.768.1800 TO GO OVER THE SERVICE AND UPGRADE OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR PROD- UCT. ONCE YOU’VE SETUP YOUR SERVICE AND/OR UPGRADES YOU WILL RECEIVE A RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS.

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