Owners manual

20. Install the new Skyjacker rear shocks using the OEM hardware, supplied hardware, a 18mm, &
21mm socket / wrench.
21. Install the rear tires / wheels using a 21mm socket & lower the rear of the vehicle to the ground.
22. Bleeding The Front & Rear Brake Systems: Fill the master cylinder with D.O.T. approved
brake fluid. Pump the brake pedal & hold down. While the brake pedal is down, open the
bleeder screw to release any air out of the brake system. Tighten the bleeder screw & re-pump
the brake pedal. Continue the pumping / bleeding process until no air is being expelled. Make
sure your master cylinder is full of brake fluid after each bleeding process. The brake pedal will
not "pump up" or will have excessive down-travel if all the air is not out of the brake system. It is
the customer's responsibility to check brake lines for any leaks, abrasion, proper clearances, &
brake line fittings after the first 100 miles & periodically thereafter.
Final Notes:
• After the installation is complete, double check that all nuts & bolts are tight. Refer to the following
chart for the proper torque specifications. (Do not retighten the nuts & bolts where thread lock
compound was used.)
• With the vehicle placed on the ground, cycle the steering lock to lock & inspect the steering,
suspension, brake lines, front & rear drivelines, fuel lines, & wiring harnesses for proper operation,
tightness, & adequate clearance.
• Have the headlights readjusted to the proper settings.
• Have a qualified alignment center align the vehicle to the OEM specifications.
• After the first 100 miles, check all hardware for the proper torque & periodically thereafter.
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I-F1745/65 Pg 10
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
INCH SYSTEM
Bolt Size Grade 5 Grade 8
5/16 15 FT LB 20 FT LB
3/8 30 FT LB 35 FT LB
7/16 45 FT LB 60 FT LB
1/2 65 FT LB 90 FT LB
9/16 95 FT LB 130 FTLB
5/8 135 FT LB 175 FT LB
3/4 185 FT LB 280 FT LB
METRIC SYSTEM
Bolt Size Class 8.8 Class 10.9
6MM 5 FT LB 9 FT LB
8MM 18 FT LB 23 FT LB
10MM 32 FT LB 45 FT LB
12 MM 55 FT LB 75 FT LB
14MM 85 FT LB 120 FT LB
16MM 130 FT LB 165 FT LB
18MM 170 FT LB 240 FT LB
• The above specifications are not to be used when the bolt is being installed with a bushing.