User Manual

ManualsBrandsRite-Ride ManualsCar2558

01-13

WARNING:

Do not inflate this assembly when it is

unrestricted. The assembly must be restricted

by the suspension or other adequate structure.

Do not inate beyond 100 P.S.I. Improper use

or over ination may cause property damage

or severe personal injury.

2558

AIR SPRING 6766 2

RIGHT UPPER BRACKET 5483 1

LEFT UPPER BRACKET 5767 1

LOWER BRACKET 5484 2

BRACKET STRAP 5086 4

18 FT. TUBING 1

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

3/8"-16 FLANGE LOCK NUT 16

3/8"-16 X 3/4" FLANGE BOLT 2

5/8"-18 NYLON JAM NUT 2

3/8"-16 X 3.6" BAIL CLAMP 3

3/8"-16 X 4.5" BAIL CLAMP 1

5/16" FLAT WASHER 4

MALE AIR FITTING 3055 2

INFLATION VALVE 3032 2

NYLON TIES 6

THERMAL SLEEVE 2

CAUTION TAG 2

PARTS LIST

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 benets 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.

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

helper springs. Remember that the air helper springs must

ex 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 left,

or driver’s side of the vehicle. To install the right side

assembly simply follow the same procedures.

This kit includes ination valves and air lines for each

air spring. This will allow you to compensate for unbal-

anced loads. If you would rather have a single ination

valve system to provide equal pressure to both air springs,

your dealer can supply the optional "T" tting.

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 ination 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

maximum loads listed for your vehicle.

When inating your Air Helper Springs, add air pres-

sure in small quantities, checking pressure frequently

during ination. The air spring requires much less air

volume than a tire and, therefore, inates much quicker.

Summary of content (12 pages)

PAGE 1
2558 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 P.S.I. 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.
PAGE 2
KIT TO FRAME ASSEMBLY 2558 Figure “A” 3/8"-16 X 3.6" BAIL CLAMP OR 3/8"-16 X 4.5" BAIL CLAMP ON DRIVER’S SIDE 08 & NEWER NOTE: Both illustrations are of the left, or driver’s side, of the vehicle. Reverse any orientations when assembling and installing the right, or passenger’s side of the vehicle.
PAGE 3
STEP 1— PREPARE THE VEHICLE Place the vehicle on a solid level surface. Take necessary safety precautions such as using wheel chocks when working under your vehicle. Remove the jounce bumpers by cutting them off as close to the bracket as possible as shown in Figure “B”. STEP 2— PREASSEMBLE THE KIT Select the left upper bracket and an air spring from your kit. Attach the upper bracket to the air spring with a 5/8" nylock nut. Install the male fitting into the air spring.
PAGE 4
NOTE: Too much air pressure in the helper springs will result in stiffer ride, while too little air pressure will allow the air spring to bottom out over rough conditions. Too little air pressure will also not provide the improvement in handling that is possible. TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 5 P.S.I. IN THE RIDE-RITE AIR SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.
PAGE 5
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.
PAGE 6
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.
PAGE 7
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.
PAGE 8
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.
PAGE 9
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.
PAGE 10
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.
PAGE 11
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.
PAGE 12
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.