2
4
. Position the rod end in the lower mount and slide the bolt in. There are 2 sets of lower spacers provided. 99-16 FSDs have a 12mm
bolt. 17-UP FSDs have 14mm bolt. Use the correct spacers for your vehicle. If using the 14mm bolt, offset the rod end toward the
wheel. [Torque to factory spec] [FIGURE 3]
RETORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 100 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER.
VERIFY ALL FASTENERS ARE PROPERLY TORQUED BEFORE DRIVING VEHICLE.
2.5 VS SERIES SHOCK & COILOVER TECHNICAL INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE
ICON shock absorbers are a high quality rebuildable race style shock absorber designed for optimal performance. With a unit of this caliber on your vehicle, routine
maintenance is required to keep them looking and operating in like new condition. Residual oil and assembly lube may be present at all seal paths from the factory out of the
box and is considered normal. Pooling of oil however is not acceptable at any time and one should contact the iCON dealer where purchased.
BELOW ARE GUIDELINES BASED ON HOW YOU USE YOUR VEHICLE BUT YOUR MILEAGE MAY VARY:
STREET USE:
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Send in for factory servicing every 40,000 miles or if a leak develops, ride quality decreases, or they begin to make excessive noise.
•
Remove any buildup of road salt, mud, or debris from shocks and coil springs anytime accrued
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Clean with mild soap and water with each oil change or anytime you notice build up.
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Wax the cylinders yearly with automotive wax to prevent corrosion.
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Check nitrogen pressure yearly. (252004 charge needle assembly available at any ICON distributor)
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Check bearings for excessive wear yearly.
•
DO NOT
apply any type of lube to the upper and lower bearings.
STREET/DIRT:
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Send in for factory servicing every 15,000 miles or if a leak develops, ride quality decreases, or they begin to make excessive noise.
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Clean with mild soap and water with each oil change, offroad trip, or anytime you notice build up.
•
Wax the cylinders yearly with automotive wax to prevent corrosion.
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Check nitrogen pressure each dirt outing. (252004 charge needle assembly available at any ICON distributor)
•
Check bearings for excessive wear yearly.
•
DO NOT
apply any type of lube to the upper and lower bearings.
DIRT USE:
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Send in for factory servicing every 1,000 miles.
•
Check nitrogen pressure each outing. (252004 charge needle assembly available at any ICON distributor)
•
Remove any buildup of mud or debris from shocks and coil springs after every outing.
SELF-SERVICE:
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Contact ICON for service kits & tools at (951) 689-4266.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please visit: http://www.iconvehicledynamics.com/tech-support/registration/ to register your product.
ICON VEHICLE DYNAMICS SHOCK ABSORBER WARRANTY
This shock absorber has a 1 year warranty against any manufacturer’s defects. If a shock fails within the initial year of ownership, the shock must be shipped to ICON Vehicle
Dynamics for inspection and service. If a shock is inspected and it has been determined the shock failed due to neglect, damage caused by improper installation or any other
reason besides “normal wear and tear”, the owner of said shock is responsible for all service costs. This includes labor, parts, and shipping.
ICON Vehicle Dynamics warrants to the original retail purchaser who owns the vehicle on which the product was originally installed. ICON Vehicle Dynamics does not warrant
the product for finish, alterations, modifications and/or installation contrary to ICON Vehicle Dynamics instructions. ICON Vehicle Dynamics products are not designed, nor are
they intended to be installed on vehicles used in race applications, for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A “race” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles,
or a contest of one or more vehicles against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles, race
vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America and Canada.
ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ discretion, of the defective product. Any and all costs
of removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges and incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty. Items that are subject to wear are
not considered defective when worn and are not covered.
ICON Vehicle Dynamics components must be installed as a complete kit as shown in our current application guide. Any substitutions or exemptions of required components will
immediately void the warranty. Some finish damage may happen to parts during shipping and is not covered under warranty.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty shall not apply to any product that has been improperly installed, modified or
customized subject to accident, negligence, abuse or misuse.
To send a shock in for warranty please visit our website http://www.iconvehicledynamics.com/tech-support/shock-service/
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