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Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs. We appreciate your business!!

Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional knowl-

edge of disassemble/reassembly procedures as well as post installation checks must be known. Attempts to install this sys-

tem without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.

Please read instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware. Be sure you have all needed parts and know

where they go.

PRODUCT USE INFORMATION

As a general rule, the taller a vehicle is, the easier it will roll. Seat belts and shoulder harnesses should be worn at all times.

Avoid situations where a side rollover may occur.

Generally, braking performance and capability are decreased when larger/heavier tires and wheels are used. Take this into

consideration while driving. Do not add, alter, or fabricate any factory or after-market parts to increase vehicle height over

the intended height of the Rough Country product purchased. Mixing component brands is not recommended.

Rough Country makes no claims regarding lifting devices and excludes any and all implied claims. We will not be responsi-

ble for any product that is altered. We will be happy to answer any questions concerning the design, function, and correct

use of our products.

This kit will not fit vehicles equipped with electric steering.

This kit is packaged as a leveling kit—raising the front 5” and the rear 3 1/2”. If you desire a different look or if the vehicle

has a tool box or added weight in the rear, please consult with your sales representative about an add-a-leaf option.

Due to differences in manufacturing, dimension and inflated measurements, tire and wheel combinations should be test fit

prior to installation. For this application we recommend a 18” or larger wheel not to exceed 9” in width. When using a 18”

wheel backspacing should be maximum of 5.5” and a minimum 5.0” . With a 20” or larger wheel backspacing should be a

maximum of 6.0” and a min of 5.5”. Additionally a quality tire of radial design is recommended, not exceeding 33” tall and

12.5” wide. Please note that use of a 33” x 12.5” tire may require modification to the front valance. Important note: For-

alignment purposes, it may be necessary to trim/shorten the tie rod end to allow the front end alignment to be set

properly. Please alert your alignment specialist of this possibility.

Optional kicker Bars Part #1262 are available for this kit. Please contact you local Rough Country Dealer for infor-

mation.

NOTICE TO DEALER AND VEHICLE OWNER

Any vehicle equipped with any Rough Country product should have a “Warning to Driver” decal installed on the inside of the

windshield or on the vehicle’s dash. The decal should act as a constant reminder for whoever is operating the vehicle of its

unique handling characteristics.

INSTALLING DEALER - it is your responsibility to install the

warning decal and forward these installation instructions on to the

vehicle owner for review. These instructions should be kept in

the vehicle for its service life.

We hope installing your Rough Country lift kit is a positive

experience. Please note that variations in construction and

assembly in the vehicle manufacturing process will virtually

ensure that some parts may seem difficult to install. Addi-

tionally, the current trend in manufacturing of vehicles re-

sults in a frame that is highly flexible and may shift slightly

on disassembly prior to installation. The use of pry bars and

tapered punches for alignment is considered normal and

usually does not indicate a faulty product. However, if you

are uncertain about some aspect of the installation process,

please feel free to call our tech support department at 800-

222-7023. We do not recommend that you modify the Rough

Country parts in any way as this will void any warranty expressed or implied.

92126200

07 + 4WD GM 1500 5” KIT

Summary of content (12 pages)

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92126200 07 + 4WD GM 1500 5” KIT Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs. We appreciate your business!! Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassemble/reassembly procedures as well as post installation checks must be known. Attempts to install this system without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.
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KIT COMPONENTS Rear Blocks & U-bolts Rear Brake Line Bracket Diff Drop Brackets Rear Cross Member Axle Spacers (2) Rear Shocks Fr Sway Bar Drops (2) Knuckles (2) Fr Cross Member Fr Brake Line Brackets (2) Skid Plate Fr Strut Spacers (2) This kit is packaged in 4 boxes. Please confirm that you have all the needed parts and know where they go prior to beginning installation.
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CAD DRAWING SHOWING KIT COMPONENTS AND INSTALLED LOCATIONS DIAGRAM SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL KICKER BARS PART #1262 INSTALLED Torque Specs: Size 5/16” 3/8” 7/16” 1/2” 9/16” 5/8” 3/4” Grade 5 15 ft/lbs 30 ft/lbs 45 ft/lbs 65 ft/lbs 95 ft/lbs 135 ft/lbs 185 ft/lbs Grade 8 20 ft/lbs 35 ft/lbs 60 ft/lbs 90 ft/lbs 130 ft/lbs 175 ft/lbs 280 ft/lbs 6MM 8MM 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 18MM Class 8.8 5 ft/lbs 18ft/lbs 32ft/lbs 55ft/lbs 85ft/lbs 130ft/lbs 170ft/lbs Class 10.
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FRONT INSTALLATION 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and chock the rear wheels. 2. Jack up the front of the vehicle. Place jack stands under the frame rails and lower onto jack stands letting the front suspension hang. 3. Remove the tires and wheels. Remove the upper and lower factory skid plates using a 15mm wrench. Retain factory hardware and front skid plate for reuse. 4. Using a 21mm wrench, remove the tie-rod nut as shown in Photo 1. Strike the side of the mount to dislodge the tie rod end.
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10. Remove the sway bar & end links from the lower control arm as shown in Photo 7 using a 15mm wrench. 11. Remove the sway bar from the frame as shown in Photo 8 using a 10mm wrench. Retain all hardware for reuse. Photo 7 Photo 8 12. Using a 15mm wrench, remove the 6 axle shaft bolts from the differential and remove from the knuckle. Repeat on opposite side. 13. Remove the upper and lower ball joint from knuckle using a 18mm wrench and 24mm on the lower. Upper shown in Photo 9.
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18. Remove the four rear cross member bolts and remove the rear cross member brace as shown in Photo 13 using a 18mm wrench. 19. Using a 18mm socket remove the 4 differential bolts (2 each side) securing the differential to the frame. See Photo 14. Retain the hardware for reuse. Photo 13 Photo 14 20. Slowly lower differential assembly to the ground. 21. Trim the lower control arm mount on the frame as shown in Photo 15. Trim only enough to allow for installation of new front RCX cross member. 22.
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25. After the cross member has been trimmed, grind the edges smooth using a hand grinder, and apply paint to raw metal. 26. Install the Passenger differential drop bracket (open side to center of truck) with the supplied 12mm flange nuts. See Photo 19. 27. Install the Driver side differential drop bracket (open side to center of truck) with the notch at the bottom to allow clearance for the differential axle shaft flange using the supplied 12mm x 35mm bolts & washers. Do not tighten. 28.
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35. Trim tie rod ends as per instructions on last page and install on the knuckle. Tighten using a 21mm wrench. 36. Install the strut in the upper strut tower using the supplied 3/8” nuts, washers & lock washers. Tighten using a 9/16” wrench. 37. Install the lower part of the strut in the factory location on the lower control arm with the supplied 10mm x 55mm bolts, nuts /washers. Tighten using a 17mm” wrench. 38.
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47. The brake shroud must be trimmed to allow the caliper to reinstalled, Mark the dust shroud as shown in Photo 30 and trim. Reinstall the brake caliper on the knuckle with the factory hardware and tighten. 48. Slightly pull down on the diff vent hose and reinstall on the differential. See Photo 31. It may be necessary to loosen the diff vent hose from the wire loom to allow for enough slack to reconnect to the axle. 49. Reconnect the electrical connection on the axle that was removed in Step 16.
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REAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Chock the front tires. 2. Before jacking up the rear of the vehicle. Remove the stock brake line bracket using a 13mm wrench, from the driver side frame rail to allow the extension bracket to be installed. See Photo 1. The stock bolts can be accessed from the side of the vehicle. Retain the stock hardware for reuse. 3. Install the brake line bracket to the new bracket with the supplied 5/16” x 3/4” bolts, nuts /washers.
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13. Install the supplied Rough Country 2.2 Series Performance Shock Absorbers in the factory location with factory hardware. Tighten using a 21mm wrench. See Photo 6. Note that these shocks are designed to run piston down as shown. 14. Reconnect the ABS lines to the plastic retaining clip at the bottom of each frame rail. The connector will not be reattached to the top of the frame. Reroute the lines as needed to gain proper slack. 15. Re-install tires and wheels. 16.
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRIMMING TIE ROD ENDS. Disassemble the tie rod from the tie rod ends Measure over 3/8” and mark. Cut the tie rods / tie rod sleeves as shown below to allow the vehicle to be realigned. Smooth any rough edges. Reassemble the cut assembly POST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure for adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile, fixed, and heated members.