Installation Manual

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! IMPORTANT
PLEASE DON’T HURT YOURSELF, YOUR KIT OR YOUR VEHICLE. TAKE A MINUTE TO READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
This kit is to be used on a pickup truck only, and DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR VEHICLE’S MAXIMUM LOAD.
SAFE INSTALLATION
Please take all safety precautions during installation. A hydraulic jack can fail, and if that happens, you can be
seriously hurt, or worse, if you are relying on it to hold up the vehicle. If you use a hydraulic jack, secure jack
stands in the appropriate locations and chock any tires still touching the ground.
Wear safety glasses or goggles. Your eyes may be lower than some parts and pieces, and you don’t want to lose an eye.
Remove the possibility of any electrical issues by disconnecting the negative battery cable.
KIT CLEARANCE
There must be a minimum of 1/2" clearance around all installed components when the Air Springs are
inflated and under a load. The Air Springs must flex and expand during operation, so the clearance keeps
the kit from rubbing against parts of the vehicle.
VEHICLE GVWR
NEVER exceed the maximum load recommended by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR). The GVWR can be found
in your vehicle’s owner’s manual or on the data plate on the driver’s side door. Consult your local dealership for
additional GVWR specifications.
INFLATING THE AIR SPRINGS
When inflating Air Springs, add air pressure in small quantities, checking air pressure frequently.
The Air Springs have much less air volume than a tire, so they inflate much more quickly.
PRESSURE TO LOAD
The Air Springs will support approximately 50 lbs. of load for each PSI of inflation pressure (per pair).
For example, 50 PSI of inflation pressure will support a load of 2500 lbs. per pair of Air Springs.
APPROPRIATE AIR PRESSURE
For best ride, use only enough air pressure in the Air Springs to level the vehicle when viewed from the
side (front to rear). This will vary, depending on the load, location of the load, condition of the existing
suspension, and personal preference.
OPTIONAL T-FITTING
This kit includes Inflation Valves and Air Line Tube for each Air Spring, allowing you to compensate for
unbalanced loads. If you prefer a single Inflation Valve system to provide equal pressure to both Air Springs,
your dealer can supply the optional “T” fitting (Part # 3025 or WRI-760-3461 retail pack).
ONCE INSTALLED SUCCESSFULLY, FOLLOW THESE PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AIR SPRINGS: