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Installing the Air Lines

This section explains how to set up the air spring kit to be controlled with Schrader  
valves and a separate compressed air source . An on-board air compressor system allows 
for hassle-free control of the air springs . Learn more about Air Lift control systems at  
www .airliftcompany .com/products/compressor-systems .

1 .  Choose a convenient 

location for mounting 
the inflation valves 
(Fig . 11) . Popular 
locations for the 
inflation valve are:

a .  The wheel well 

flanges

b .  The license 

plate recess in 
bumper

c .  Under the gas 

cap access door

d .  Through the 

license plate

NOTE

Whatever the chosen location, make sure there is enough clearance around the inflation 
valves for an air chuck.

2 .  Drill 5/16” holes to install the inflation valves .
3 .  Cut the air line assembly in two equal lengths .
4 .  Place a 5/16” nut and 

star washer on the air 
valve . Leave enough 
of the inflation valve 
in front of the nut to 
extend through the 
hole and have room 
for the rubber washer, 
flat washer, and 5/16” 
nut and cap . There 
should be enough 
valve exposed after 
installation – 
approximately 1/2” – to easily apply a pressure gauge or an air chuck (Fig . 12) .

5 .  Push the inflation valve through the hole and use the rubber washer, flat washer, and 

another 5/16” nut to secure it in place . Tighten the nuts to secure the assembly .

6 .  Route the air line along the frame to the fitting on the air spring . Keep  

AT LEAST 6” of clearance between the air line and the exhaust system . Avoid sharp 
bends and edges . Use zip ties to secure the air line to fixed points along the chassis . Be 
sure that the tie straps are tight, but do not pinch the air line . Leave at least 2” of slack to 
allow for any movement that might pull on the air line .

7 .  Cut off the air line, leaving approximately 12” of extra air line . A clean square cut will 

prevent leaks . Insert the air line into the air fitting . This is a push-to-connect fitting . 
Simply push the air line into the 90° swivel fitting until it bottoms out (9/16” of air line 
should be in the fitting) .

Wiggle the hose back and forth while inserting to make sure the hose bottoms out in the 
fitting to obtain a good seal.

TECH TIP

8

MN-833

LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate

fig. 11

Air line to

air spring

Hex nut

Hex nut

Valve

Cap

Schrader 

valve

Star washer

Rubber washer

Flat

washer

fig. 12

Option 1:
Option 2:

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Страница 1: ...ructions completely before proceeding with installation Failure to read these instructions can result in an incorrect installation MN 833 031403 ECR 7916 INSTALLATION GUIDE ADJUSTABLE AIR HELPER SPRIN...

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Страница 3: ...taching the Upper Bracket 7 Securing the Air Spring to the Brackets 7 Installing the Air Lines 8 Tips for Installing Air Lines 9 Securing the Emergency Brake Cable 9 Before Operating 10 Checking for L...

Страница 4: ...2 MN 833 LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Installation Diagram fig 1...

Страница 5: ...Spacer bar 4 S 10594 3 8 16 x 2 U bolt 4 T 18435 3 8 Nylon lock nut 10 U 17159 3 8 Washer head bolt 2 V 18447 5 16 x 3 8 Large washer 2 W 10465 Line clamp 1 Missing or damaged parts Call Air Lift cus...

Страница 6: ...stallation 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 Gros...

Страница 7: ...he bottom of the center flange on the side plate and front cross member Fig 4 Also grind a slight chamfer on the back of the front mounting leg of the upper brackets to clear the bend radius of the la...

Страница 8: ...l plates Fig 6 2 Install a 90 swivel air fitting finger tight plus 1 1 2 turns Fig 6 Do not overtighten 3 The upper brackets are side specific The small mounting hole in the upper bracket faces forwar...

Страница 9: ...to 16 lb ft ATTACHING THE UPPER BRACKET 1 For B W hitch applications a Align the two large holes with the existing B W hitch frame brackets Use the existing 3 4 hardware supplied by B W to attach the...

Страница 10: ...r installation approximately 1 2 to easily apply a pressure gauge or an air chuck Fig 12 5 Push the inflation valve through the hole and use the rubber washer flat washer and another 5 16 nut to secur...

Страница 11: ...essure on fitting The hose should be straight beyond the fitting for 1 before bending Inspect hose for scratches that run lengthwise on hose prior to installation Contact Air Lift customer service at...

Страница 12: ...cut is clean and square see Fig 13 Reinsert the air line into the push to connect fitting b Check the threaded connection by tightening the swivel fitting another half turn If it still leaks deflate...

Страница 13: ...er should review the operating instructions with the owner Be sure to provide the owner with all of the paperwork that came with the kit Overnight leak down test Recheck air pressure after the vehicle...

Страница 14: ...ary 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 air pressure to m...

Страница 15: ...ues include roll control bounce dive during braking and sponginess Fig 17 Tuning out these problems usually requires an increase in pressure GUIDELINES FOR ADDING AIR 1 Start with the vehicle level or...

Страница 16: ...icle Exceeding the GVWR is dangerous and voids the Air Lift warranty Q Is it necessary to keep air in the air springs at all times and how much pressure will they need For LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate the...

Страница 17: ...15 MN 833 LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Notes...

Страница 18: ...16 MN 833 LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Notes...

Страница 19: ...etailer If there is a problem with the price Contact Information Mailing address P O Box 80167 Lansing MI 48908 0167 Shipping address 2727 Snow Road for returns Lansing MI 48917 Phone Toll free 800 24...

Страница 20: ...purchasing Air Lift products the professional installer s choice Printed in the USA JJC 0517 Need Help Contact Air Lift Company customer service department by calling 800 248 0892 For calls from outsi...

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