Step 1: Prior to lifting the vehicle it is recommended that you measure the stock height so that you have a base line measurement. Measure from the bottom of the wheel to the lip of the fender. Position the truck on a flat surface and lift front wheels off of ground. Use jack stands or a (2) two post lift if available. Remove the driver’s side front wheel. (shown to the right)
Step 2: Place a floor jack under the lower a-arm and raise jack to a level that the coil has been compressed but the truck is still firmly sitting on the jack stands. Next use a coil compressor to secure the coil in its compressed state.
Caution: Failure to do this step may allow the coil spring to release from the vehicle in a violent action and may cause serious injury or death. Once this step has been done, loosen and remove the Shock Absorber (A), Sway Bar Hardware (B), Tie Rod End (C) and Upper Ball Joint Nut (D) from the spindle.
Step 3: Lower the floor jack slowly allowing the lower a-arm to release onto the floor. (E) Note: A Hammer may be needed to get the upper ball joint to release from the spindle. Remove and DO NOT reuse factory rubber isolator. Place ReadyLiftо spacer on coil and reinstall into vehicle. Reverse steps 3 through 1 and bolt wheel back in place on truck.
Step 4: Repeat steps 1 through 3 on the Passenger Side of the vehicle. Follow instructions carefully, making sure to double check the torque on all fasteners.
Step 5: Wheel Alignment; a Certified Alignment Technician that is experienced with lifted vehicles is recommended to perform the alignment.
*It is recommended that you have your vehicle’s alignment checked whenever installing new tires. It is also recommended that you adjust your headlights whenever your vehicle’s ride height is altered.
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Friday, June 11, 2010
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