Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- UImproperly installed or installed by someone other than a qualified, licensed auto mechanic experienced in the installation and removal of suspension products;
- UImproperly serviced, misused, or modified, altered or subjected to abuse, negligence, accident or collision;
- UInstalled in any vehicle that has been modified;
- UInstalled on any vehicle that has carried loads in excess of automobile manufacturer suggested weight limits; or
- UInstalled on any vehicle that has been subject to abnormal or excessive use, including rallying, racing, or racing-type activities or off-road use.
- UDid you register the product at U0TUwww.hotchkis.netU0TU or via the mail-in warranty card within 30 days of purchase?
- UIs the product appropriate to your application?
- UDid you carefully and thoroughly read the instructions provided along with the product?
- UDo you have the original invoice or sales receipt?
- UIs the return date within 36 months from the purchase date?
- UAre you the original purchaser?
- UWas the product properly installed by a qualified, licensed auto mechanic?
- UHas the product been installed on the original vehicle on which it was installed at all times?
- UIs the product unmodified and clean?
- UIs the reason for return a legitimate product defect?
6) Using the grease provided, apply a heavy coat of grease to the sides of the bushings at
both ends. Apply a light coat of grease to the surface contact areas of the bushing on the frame
and axle too.
7) With the bushings greased, install the arm into the mounting locations on the frame and axle.
Use the hardware kit provided to secure the Hotchkis trailing arm in place. Do not tighten the
hardware until both ends have been connected to the axle and frame.
8) Repeat removal and installation of the opposite lower arm.
9) Re-install the springs. Only a trained technician should attempt this. Use the welded spring
seat on the Hotchkis arms to center and mount the springs on each arm.
10) Place the spring retainer plate inside the center of the spring once it is centered on the seat
properly. Use the hardware provided to hold the plate down. The plate will deform to fit each
spring individually as it is tightened down.