Automotive Manual PDF

Before installing any bed rail on any vehicle, you must insure there is adequate clearance for the installation. Some vehicles do not have a protective “inner bed wall”, and rough treatment can result in a distortion created from within the truck bed. Daws Manufacturing Co. Inc. will not be liable for any installation damages created by the installation or installer. Prior planning and care are the installer’s responsibility.
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Step 1: Measure current front ride height. Take a measurement from the bottom of the wheel/rim to the lip of the fender on each side of the vehicle. Write down measurements to help in determining ride height after new kit is installed.
Step 2: Position vehicle on a flat surface or automotive lift. Suspend front wheels, lifting by the frame with a floor jack or lift jack. Secure using jack stands and wheel chocks. Be sure engine is turned OFF and vehicle is in PARK. Remove tire/wheel assembly on ONE side of vehicle.
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1. Line up the 48” Tracks so the outside of the tracks are 50” apart.
Note: On Ford F150 you will only be able to space the 48″ tracks 49 1/2″ apart, up against the wheel wells.
2. Now line up the edge of the tracks 6” from the back of the bed.
3. Notice the 5 pre-drilled holes in the tracks - drill a 1/8” pilot hole in each location for the Pan Head Sheet Metal Screws. Also, depending on the vehicle, use the supplied track shims to level the bottom of the track due to the ribs on the bottom of the bed.
4. Using the Pan Head Sheet Metal Screws and a Screw Driver, screw down the 48” Tracks.
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Before installing any bed rail on any vehicle, you must insure there is adequate clearance for the installation. Some vehicles do not have a protective “inner bed wall”, and rough treatment can result in a distortion created from within the truck bed. Daws Manufacturing Co. Inc. will not be liable for any installation damages created by the installation or installer. Prior planning and care are the installer’s responsibility.
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Read all instructions before starting any work.
1. Remove the exhaust system behind the catalytic converter assembly.
2. Grind or file the tab off the outlet end of the O.E. converter. Connect the intermediate pipe to the converter and clamp in place. This pipe will require cutting the outlet for the 133″ WB (standard cab, 8’ box). Cut to length after the muffler is in position (SEE #3).
3. Slip muffler hanger (36161) ends thru the rubber hangers. The clamp should be offset to the driver’s side. Install the muffler. The bracket clamps to the driver’s side outlet. Do not tighten yet.
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1. Raise vehicle to a comfortable working height and support by the frame.
2. Remove coilsprings. Refer to factory shop manual for proper procedure.
3. Fit the lower airspring plate into the lower control arm. This plate will be positioned by the oem swaybar hole. The remaining attachment holes will need to be drilled into the control arm using the plate as a template.
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Due to the wide on-vehicle adjustment range of this product,a “floating” feature has been designed into the adjustment system. This feature allows the Forged Adjuster & Bolt assembly to reposition in the crossmember as ride height adjustments are made.

Important! Ford/Lincoln vehicles with factory Air Suspension systems require an alternate installation procedure. Only install this product and adjust ride height
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Before you install this kit, read and understand all instructions, warnings, cautions, and notes in this instruction sheet and in the vehicle owner’s manual.
CAUTION
Proper installation of this kit requires knowledge of the factory recommended procedures for removal and installation of original equipment components. We recommend that the factory shop manual and any special tools needed to service your vehicle be on hand during the installation. Installation of this kit without proper knowledge of the factory recommended procedures may affect the performance of these components and the safety of the vehicle. We strongly recommend that a certified mechanic familiar with the installation of similar components install this kit.
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Step 1: Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that the front wheels are off the ground. Use a floor jack and jack stands or a (2) two post lift if available. Next locate the torsion key cross member under the cab of the truck. (Insert A)
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This kit should only be installed on a vehicle that is in good working condition. Before you install the kit, thoroughly inspect the vehicle for corrosion or deformation of the sheet metal around the factory body mounts. If the vehicle is suspected to have been in a collision or misused, do not install this kit. Off-road use of your vehicle with this kit installed may increase the stress applied to the factory body mounts. We do not recommend that any vehicle with a body lift kit installed be involved in any extreme off-road maneuvers such as jumping. Failure to observe this warning may result in serious personal injury and/or severe damage to your vehicle.
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