Monaco SIGNATURE 2001 series, Owner'S Manual

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To adjust suspension ride height begin with:
• Motorhome on flat level surface.
• Air system fully charged.
• Suspension at normalized ride height.
Start with front control valve. Loosen the adjusting
locknut at the eccentric slot on the valve. Move the plas-
tic arm up to raise suspension height, this will inflate air
springs. Move the plastic arm down to lower suspension
height, this will deflate air springs. Make adjustments in
small increments. When the desired height is obtained,
insert a 1/8” or 7/64” inch twist drill bit into the plastic
arm and valve body. This will center the travel of inter-
nal piston. Tighten adjusting locknut between 60-80
in/lbs. Check adjustments made by using Air Dump
switch to deflate air springs. Start the engine and allow
the air system to become fully charged. Allow suspen-
sion to adjust and come to a neutral setting. Re-check
suspension height measurement. Follow same procedure
for rear control valves. Re-check front suspension height
when adjustments are made to rear height control valves.
NOTE: Do not modify length of the linkage rods. Make necessary adjustments using
eccentric slot on ride height control valve.
Air ride springs are available in single, double and triple convolution
types plus reversible sleeve models for virtually every conceivable heavy-
duty vehicle suspension application.
1. STUD. Manufactured as a permanent part of bead plate assem-
bly for maximum strength and durability. Used to attach spring
to vehicle's suspension.
2. BEAD PLATE. Crimped onto bellows at factory for a durable
design and maximum quality control. Allows 100% leak proof
testing prior to shipment.
3. BELLOWS. "Air bag" includes for plies of material: inner
layer, two plies of cord-reinforced fabric and an outer cover.
Natural rubber construction provides functional properties to
- 65º F.
4. BUMPERS. A solid rubber or engineered plastic device
designed to prevent significant damage to vehicle or suspension
in event of a sudden loss of air pressure in spring.
5. PISTON. Provides a lower mounting arrangement for air spring. Controls
characteristics of spring under changing pressure loads.
6. PISTON BOLT. Attaches piston to bellows. Sometimes extended as a
means of attaching spring to vehicle suspension.
Chassis Information
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S I G N A T U R E 1 0 • 2 6 6
Checking Ride Height
SUSPENSION
AIR RIDE BAGS
Measurement for Signature: Front 9”, Rear 9”.
9”