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MN-962 • (

01

1503

) • ERN 8162

Kit 59570

Ford F-150

For maximum effectiveness and safety, 
please read these instructions completely 
before proceeding with installation.

Failure to read these instructions can result in an 

incorrect installation.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

TM

Содержание RideControl 59570

Страница 1: ...9570 Ford F 150 For maximum effectiveness and safety please read these instructions completely before proceeding with installation Failure to read these instructions can result in an incorrect install...

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Страница 3: ...inishing the Installation 12 Before Operating 14 Checking for Leaks 14 Fixing Leaks 14 Installation Checklist 15 Post installation Checklist 15 Product Use Maintenance and Servicing 16 Minimum and Max...

Страница 4: ...2 MN 962 Installation Diagram fig 1 LEFT SIDE SHOWN M L K D A1 J C J I B H F E G FACTORY JOUNCE BUMPER J RideControl...

Страница 5: ...et 1 A2 07474 Right hand frame bracket 1 B 03008 Lower bracket 2 C 58571 Air spring 2 D 10787 Frame U bolts 4 E 10975 Lower bracket U bolts 4 F 17124 1 2 3 X 7 8 Hex head cap screw 2 G 17499 M10 1 50...

Страница 6: ...e vehicle owner s manual and do not exceed the maximum load listed for the vehicle Gross vehicle weight rating The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including passengers and cargo T...

Страница 7: ...6 shows both U bolts installed between the brake lines and wiring Repeat U bolt installation for the right side passenger side DO NOT PINCH THE BRAKE LINES AND WIRING ON THE INSIDE OF THE LEFT DRIVER...

Страница 8: ...of where the jounce bumper is mounted CAUTION DO NOT PINCH THE BRAKE LINES AND WIRING ON THE INSIDE OF THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE FRAME U BOLTS MUST BE BETWEEN THESE COMPONENTS AND THE FRAME Figure 6 shows...

Страница 9: ...me flange in the location from which it was removed making sure the edge that was ground off faces the outside of the vehicle fig 11 Tighten the bolt so that the bracket just touches the frame at this...

Страница 10: ...mblies onto the leaf spring making sure the upper fitting and thread post on the air spring goes through the slot in the upper bracket The flange on the lower bracket points to the outside tire side o...

Страница 11: ...and thread post fig 16 Set the 3 4 nylon lock jam nut L over the fitting with the flat side down and thread onto the post Torque to finger tight only at this time fig 15 fig 16 Install U bolts under l...

Страница 12: ...d after installation approximately 1 2 to easily apply a pressure gauge or an air chuck Fig 17 5 Push the inflation valve through the hole and use the rubber washer flat washer and another 5 16 nut to...

Страница 13: ...ting 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 800 248 0892...

Страница 14: ...ll need to adjust and tighten the bottom of the air spring first In order to do this mark the location of the bottom piston in reference to the lower bracket Deflate the air pressure from the air spri...

Страница 15: ...rque the lower mounting hardware on the lower bracket U bolts to 15 lb ft 20Nm on both sides 6 Figures 24 and 25 show the left and right hand assemblies installed on the vehicle 7 Install the tires ba...

Страница 16: ...the air line Be sure the cut is clean and square see Fig b Reinsert the air line into the push to connect fitting b Check the threaded connection by tightening the swivel fitting another half turn If...

Страница 17: ...TALLATION CHECKLIST Clearance test Inflate the air springs to 75 90 PSI and make sure there is at least 1 2 clearance from anything that might rub against each sleeve Be sure to check the tire brakes...

Страница 18: ...springs in this kit will support approximately 40 pounds of load combined on both springs for each 1 PSI of pressure The required air pressure will vary depending on the state of the original suspens...

Страница 19: ...ntrol bounce dive during braking and sponginess Fig 28 Tuning out these problems usually requires an increase in pressure Guidelines for Adding Air 1 Start with the vehicle level or slightly above 2 W...

Страница 20: ...ll times and how much pressure will they need For LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate the recommended minimum air pressure is 5 PSI but it can safely be run at zero air pressure Q Is it necessary to add a compre...

Страница 21: ...19 MN 962 Notes RideControl...

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Страница 23: ...s 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 800 248 0892 Internation...

Страница 24: ...892 For calls from outside the USA or Canada dial 517 322 2144 Air Lift Company 2727 Snow Road Lansing MI 48917 or P O Box 80167 Lansing MI 48908 0167 Toll Free 800 248 0892 Local 517 322 2144 Fax 517...

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