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MN-833

LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate

Introduction

NOTE

The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and 
troubleshooting of the LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring kit . LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate 
utilizes sturdy, reinforced, commercial grade single or double, depending on the kit, 
convolute bellows . The bellows are manufactured like a tire with layers of rubber and 
cords that control growth . 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 pounds of load-
leveling support with air adjustability from 5-100 PSI . The kits are also used in motor 
home rear applications and various front applications where leaf springs are used .

It is important to read and understand the entire installation guide before beginning 
installation or performing any maintenance, service or repair . The information here 
includes a hardware list, tool list, step-by-step installation information, maintenance 
guidelines and operating tips . 

Air Lift Company reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products 
and publications at any time . For the latest version of this manual, contact Air Lift 
Company at 

(800) 248-0892 or visit airliftcompany .com . 

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The installation 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 .

Gross vehicle weight rating: The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle 
(including passengers and cargo) . This number — along with other weight limits, as 
well as tire, rim size and inflation pressure data — is shown on the vehicle’s Safety 
Compliance Certification Label .

Payload: The combined, maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the 
truck is designed to carry . Payload is GVWR minus the base curb weight .

NOTATION EXPLANATION

Hazard notations appear in various locations in this publication . Information which is 
highlighted by one of these notations must be observed to help minimize risk of personal 
injury or possible improper installation which may render the vehicle unsafe . Notes are 
used to help emphasize areas of procedural importance and provide helpful suggestions . 
The following definitions explain the use of these notations as they appear throughout 
this guide .

INDICATES IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL 
INJURY OR DEATH .

INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE 
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH .

INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE 
TO THE MACHINE OR MINOR PERSONAL INJURY .

Indicates a procedure, practice or hint which is important to highlight.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

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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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