September 29th, 2009 · No Comments
Check to make sure your truck does not already have some type of tail-gate assisting device installed. Some 2004 and newer trucks have factory installed torsion bars. If you have made aftermarket modifications to your truck, check to make sure they won’t interfere with installation.
STEP 1
Chevy, GMC, Dodge 1500 (year 1994-2001), Dodge 2500 (year 1994-2002) Trucks: Measure 2 3/4” above the top of the left tailgate pivot post, where the tailgate mounts (Figure 1). Ford, Dodge 1500 (year 2002-present), Dodge 2500 (year 2003-present), Nissan and Toyota Trucks: Measure 3 3/4” above the top of the left tailgate pivot post, where the tailgate mounts (Figure 1).
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Adjusting Lift/Leveling kit after installation
(1) Always wear proper eye protection! Position vehicle on a stable,flat surface and suspend front wheels, lifting by the frame with a floor jack or lift jack. Secure frame with jack stands. Chock tires and turn engine off prior to adjustment!
(2) Locate the two Torsion Key Adjusting Bolts in the cross member of your vehicle chassis.
(3) Using a ratchet wrench and 22mm socket,engage the Adjusting Bolt and SLOWLY turn CLOCKWISE to INCREASE ride height,or COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to DECREASE ride height. Each full turn of the Adjusting Bolt will alter ride height approximately 1/8″. Each half turn will result in a ride height change of approximately 1/16″. (4) Be sure to always check that both sides of the vehicle have been adjusted to the same ride height. Under no circumstances should this product be altered to adjust ride height beyond its design limits.
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1. Before beginning installation be sure to wear proper eye protection.
2. Remove the grille shell from the vehicle. Open the hood and remove the black ABS cover from grille to the radiator shroud. Remove the 8 phillips head screws on the retaining clips, lift cover up and remove the retaining clips.
3. Remove the turn signal / parking lamp assemblies by removing the 7MM head bolt at the inside corners behind each lamp. Grasp lamp and pull straight forward to remove. Lift the locking tabs on bulb socket and turn 1/4 turn CCW to remove.
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