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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safety Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Notation Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Installation Diagram . . . .
RideControl Introduction The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the RideControl air spring kit. 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 tips, safety information and a troubleshooting guide.
RideControl Installation Diagram Driver Side Shown Q O P K B L NOTE: Torque the nut to no more than 10 ft/lbs evenly on both sides. NOTE: The jounce bumper attaches the bracket to the frame. H F or G Flange on this side NOTE: Some late model jounce bumpers have alignment pins that will need to be removed. A1 or A2 OUTBOARD FORWARD Remove pins I J D E NOTE: The lower bracket must be installed with the center slot offset to the outside of the vehicle.
RideControl HARDWARE LIST Item A1 A2 B C D E F G H I J K Part # 58486 58571 07028 07329 03008 10583 17297 17330 18540 18435 18444 17309 Description................................Qty Air spring..............................................2 Air spring..............................................2 Right upper bracket.............................1 Left upper bracket................................1 Lower bracket......................................2 3/8” U-bolt........................................
RideControl (G) and M10 lock washer (H). NOTE The upper brackets are left- and right-side specific, designated by a “L” and “R” label. 4. Insert the curved part of the J-bolts (K) into the existing slots in the frame. Be sure the J-bolts lock onto the frame securely (fig. 2). Tighten the 3/8” serrated flange nut to attach. Upper bracket (B) Frame is cut away to show detail J-bolts (K) fig. 2 NOTE Torque the bolts to no more than 10 ft/lbs evenly on both sides. 5. Cut the forward bolt flush to the nut.
RideControl Installing the Air Lines 1. Choose a convenient location for mounting the inflation valves. Popular locations for the inflation valve are: a. The wheel well flanges. b. License plate recess in bumper. c. Under the gas cap access door. d. Through license plate itself. NOTE What ever the chosen location is, make sure there is enough clearance around the inflation valves for an air chuck. 2. Drill a 5/16” hole to install the inflation valves. 3.
RideControl 6. Route the air line along the frame to the air fitting on the air spring (fig. 5). Keep AT LEAST 6” of clearance between the air line and heat sources, such as the exhaust pipes, muffler, or catalytic converter. Avoid sharp bends and edges. Use the plastic tie straps (BB) to secure the air line to fixed, non-moving 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.
RideControl 2. If there is a problem with the inflation valve, then: a. Check the valve core by tightening it with a valve core tool. b. Check the air line connection by removing the air line from the barbed type fitting. CAUTION Do not cut the air line completely off As this will nick the barb and render the fitting useless. 3. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892 for assistance.
RideControl Before Operating Installation checklist Clearance test — Inflate the air springs to 60 PSI and make sure there is at least ½” clearance from anything that might rub against each sleeve. Be sure to check the tire, brake drum, frame, shock absorbers and brake cables. Leak test before road test — Inflate the air springs to 30 PSI and check all connections for leaks. Refer to “Checking for Leaks” on page 7. All leaks must be eliminated before the vehicle is road tested.
RideControl Maintenance and Servicing Minimum Air Pressure Maximum Air Pressure 5 PSI 100 PSI Failure to maintain correct minimum pressure (or pressure proportional to load), bottoming out, over-extension or rubbing against another component will void the warranty. maintenance guidelines NOTE By following these steps, vehicle owners will obtain the longest life and best results from their air spring. 1. Check the air pressure weekly. 2. Always maintain normal ride height.
RideControl Product Use Frequently Asked Questions Q. Will installing air springs increase the weight ratings of a vehicle? No. Adding air springs will not change the weight ratings (GAWR, GCWR and/or GVWR) of a vehicle. Exceeding the GWVR 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? The minimum air pressure should be maintained at all times.
RideControl Guidelines for adding air 1. Start with the vehicle level or slightly above. 2. When in doubt, always add air. 3. For motorhomes, start with 50-100 PSI in the rear because it can be safely assumed that it is heavily loaded. 4. If the front of the vehicle dives while braking, increase the pressure in the front air bags, if equipped. 5. If it is ever suspected that the air bags have bottomed out, increase the pressure (fig. 9). 6. Adjust the pressure up and down to find the best ride. 7.
RideControl Warranty and Returns Policy Air Lift Company warrants its products, for the time periods listed below, to the original retail purchaser against manufacturing defects when used on catalog-listed applications on cars, vans, light trucks and motorhomes under normal operating conditions for as long as Air Lift manufactures the product.
RideControl Replacement Information If you need replacement parts, contact the local dealer or call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892. Most parts are immediately available and can be shipped the same day. Contact Air Lift Company customer service at (800) 248-0892 first if: • Parts are missing from the kit. • Need technical assistance on installation or operation. • Broken or defective parts in the kit. • Wrong parts in the kit. • Have a warranty claim or question.
Need Help? Contact our customer service department by calling (800) 248-0892, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time. For calls from outside the USA or Canada, our local number is (517) 322-2144. Register your warranty online at www.airliftcompany.
