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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Congratulations—your new Air Helper Springs are

quality products capable of improving the handling and

comfort of your vehicle. As with all products, proper

installation is the key to obtaining all of the beneﬁts

your kit is capable of delivering. Please take a few

minutes to read through the instructions to identify the

components and learn where and how they are used.

It is a good idea to start by comparing the parts in your

kit with the parts list below. If you have to remind your-

self “lefty loosey, righty tighty,” please do not proceed

with the installation.

The heart of the air spring kit is, of course, the air

helper springs. Remember that the air helper springs

must ﬂex and expand during operation, so be sure that

there is enough clearance to do so without rubbing

against any other part of the vehicle.

Be sure to take all applicable safety precautions

during the installation of the kit. The instructions listed

in this brochure and the illustrations all show the right,

or passenger's side of the vehicle. To install the right

side assembly simply follow the same procedures.

This kit includes inﬂation valves and air lines for

each air spring. This will allow you to compensate for

unbalanced loads. If you would rather have a single

inﬂation valve system to provide equal pressure to

both air springs, your dealer can supply the optional

“T” ﬁtting.

IMPORTANT!

For your safety and to prevent possible damage to your

vehicle, do not exceed the maximum load recommended

by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR). Although your Air

Helper Springs are rated at a maximum inﬂation pressure

of 100 psi, this pressure may allow you to carry too great

a load on some vehicles. It is best to have your vehicle

weighed once it is completely loaded and compare that

weight to the maximum allowed. Check your vehicle

owner’s manual or data plate on driver side door for maxi-

mum loads listed for your vehicle.

When inﬂating your Air Helper Springs, add air

pressure in small quantities, checking pressure fre-

quently during inﬂation. The air spring requires much

less air volume than a tire and, therefore, inﬂates much

quicker.

WARNING:

Do not inﬂate this assembly when it is

unrestricted. The assembly must be

restricted by the suspension or other

adequate structure. Do not inﬂate beyond

100 psi. Improper use or over inﬂation may

cause property damage or severe personal

injury.

AIR SPRING 9002 2

LEFT UPPER FRAME BRACKET 5345 1

RIGHT UPPER FRAME BRACKET 5346 1

LEFT UPPER AIR SPRING BRACKET 5535 1

RIGHT UPPER AIR SPRING BRACKET 5534 1

LEFT INNER BRACKET 5347 1

RIGHT INNER BRACKET 5348 1

SPACER 5366 4

LOWER BRACKET 5349 2

JOUNCE BUMPER SPACER 5350 2

BRACKET CLAMP 5086 2

AXLE CLAMP 5181 2

FRAME SLEEVE 5392 2

18 FT. TUBING 0938 1

PUSH-TO-CONNECT ELBOW 3101 2

PUSH-TO-CONNECT INFLATION VALVE 3098 2

21-8248 03-11 NAD-32544-6

VALVE CAP 2

THERMAL SLEEVE 0899 2

5/16"-18 X 1" HEX BOLT 4

5/16"-18 FLANGE NUT 4

5/16" FLAT WASHER 4

3/8"-16 X 1" HEX BOLT 8

3/8"-16 X 5/8" FLANGE BOLT 6

3/8"-16 X 3 1/2 HEX BOLT 2

3/8"-16 X 2 1/2" CARRIAGE BOLT 4

3/8"-16 X 5 1/2" CARRIAGE BOLT 4

3/8"-16 FLANGE NUT 18

3/8" FLAT WASHER 2

3/8" LARGE FLAT WASHER 2

NYLON TIE WRAP 6

CAUTION TAG 2

Summary of content (12 pages)

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2292 / 2312 WARNING: Do not inflate this assembly when it is unrestricted. The assembly must be restricted by the suspension or other adequate structure. Do not inflate beyond 100 psi. Improper use or over inflation may cause property damage or severe personal injury. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations—your new Air Helper Springs are quality products capable of improving the handling and comfort of your vehicle.
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292 / 2312 5/8” Figure “A”
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NOTE: Please read thorough this manual completely before installing the air spring kit to your vehicle. Figure “B” STEP 1 — PREPARE THE VEHICLE With the vehicle on a solid, level surface chock the front wheels. Raise the vehicle by the axle and remove the back wheels. After the removal of the wheels lower the vehicle so the axle rests on jack stands rated for your vehicles weight. Remove the negative battery cable.
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STEP 4 — INSTALLATION OF THE JOUNCE BUMPER PAD SPACER A jounce pad spacer will have to be added to the axle. Select a jounce bumper space and a axle clamp bracket from your kit. Attach the jounce pad space below the jounce bumper with two 3/8"-16 x 3 1/2" carriage bolts and two 3/8"-16 flange lock nuts, please see Figure “B”. STEP 5 — INSTALLATION OF THE LEFT SIDE ASSEMBLY Follow steps 2-4 with reverse orientations for assembly and installation of the right side assembly.
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Operating Instructions and Trouble Shooting Guide Thank you for purchasing Firestone air helper springs. You have purchased a quality product from the world’s number one air spring manufacturer. This guide will provide answers to some of your questions regarding the use and operation of your new air helper springs. Following the guidelines in this manual will help provide you with many years of trouble-free service from your Firestone air helper springs.
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SAFETY TIPS Never exceed the manufacturer’s recommended Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) As with your vehicle’s tires, an air helper spring is a pneumatic device that supports a portion of the vehicle’s weight. The air helper spring may fail as a result of punctures, impact damage, improper inflation, improper installation, or improper usage. To reduce the risk of failure, we strongly recommend the following: Never overload your vehicle.
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the suspension system. As more air pressure is added to the air springs, they will support more weight. You will be able to compensate for a heavy load by adding air pressure to the air springs, thereby reducing sway and handling problems associated with a heavily loaded vehicle.
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INFLATING THE AIR SPRINGS With the air helper springs installed on your vehicle and the vehicle sitting on a level surface, visually verify that the vehicle is in a level state. If the vehicle is not level (front-to-back or from side-to-side) it can be brought to a level position by inflating the air springs. Each air spring has a separate inflation valve. To level the vehicle from front-to-back, add air pressure to both air springs in equal amounts.
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AIR SPRING TECHNICAL DATA “X” “X” “X” Reversible Sleeve Part Number 6868 6762 6764 6766 6397 6410 6781 6401 6873 6859 7689 7701 7076 9000 9001 9002 5405 Tapered Sleeve “X” “X” Single Convoluted Double Convoluted 1T Reversible Sleeve Min/Max Air Pressure Max Load @100 psi (per pair) Description Style “X” Ride Height Single Convoluted 160BY 5.0" - 6.0" 5 / 100 psi 3600 lbs Double Convoluted 268C 4.5" - 5.5" 5 / 100 psi 3200 lbs Double Convoluted 267C1.5 5.5" - 6.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Air spring will not inflate Ensure that the air line tubing is inserted into the air fittings as far as possible. The tubing should go in the fitting 3/4 of an inch. You will feel some resistance when the tubing goes past the o-ring. Clear any dirt of debris from inside the inflation valves.
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WARRANTY QUESTIONS FIRESTONE LIMITED LIFETIME AIR SPRING WARRANTY Firestone Industrial Products Company LLC (“Firestone”) warrants that its Ride Rite Air Spring Assembly will perform according to the manufacturer’s specifications for as long as the vehicle on which the system was originally installed is owned by the original retail purchaser. This limited warranty does not include installation or other service charges for replacement.
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AIR-RITE™ AIR CONTROL SYSTEMS Firestone has expanded the offering of Air-Rite Air Control Systems, which provides an instant air source for air suspension products. Adjust the ride for various load and road conditions with a flip of a switch or even a click on a remote. Individual air accessory components are also available, including compressors, air tanks, and mounting solutions, providing a wide variety of air control assist solutions. Choosing among the Air Command products has now become easier.