Hotchkis 2231 1999-2005 GM 1500 4x4 Pick Up Sport Sway Bars, Lowered User Manual
Front bar instructions, Installation of new hotchkis bar
2228,2229,30,31,32
Silverado/Sierra Installation Instructions
1/12/2011
2228, 2229, 2230, 2231 & 2232 Sway Bar Installation Instructions.
99+ Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Seirra Pickups
FRONT BAR INSTRUCTIONS
*NOTICE HOW THE STOCK SWAY BAR LOOKS
i.e. BRACKET PLACEMENT, BENDS, etc.
FRONT SWAY BAR REMOVAL
1. Remove skid plate if present
2. Remove end links from each side of the vehicle.
3. Support the stock sway bar and remove the brackets that attach the bar to the frame.
4. Remove the bar.
Installation of New Hotchkis Bar
1. Spread a light coat of supplied grease onto the frame mount bushings I.D. and install
on the bar with the slit side of the bushing facing to the front. Install the brackets over
the bushings.
2. Attach the front sway bar brackets and bar. Torque to 20ft. lbs.
3. Install the supplied end links. Torque to 13ft. lbs.
FRAME MOUNT
BUSHING AND
BRACKET
ENDLINK
Document Outline
- 2228, 2229, 2230, 2231 & 2232 Sway Bar Installation Instructions.
- 99+ Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Seirra Pickups
- FRONT BAR INSTRUCTIONS
- REAR INSTALLATION INSTUCTIONS
- Improperly installed or installed by someone other than a qualified, licensed auto mechanic experienced in the installation and removal of suspension products;
- Improperly serviced, misused, or modified, altered or subjected to abuse, negligence, accident or collision;
- Installed in any vehicle that has been modified;
- Installed on any vehicle that has carried loads in excess of automobile manufacturer suggested weight limits; or
- Installed on any vehicle that has been subject to abnormal or excessive use, including rallying, racing, or racing-type activities or off-road use.
- Did you register the product at 0TUwww.hotchkis.netU0T or via the mail-in warranty card within 30 days of purchase?
- Is the product appropriate to your application?
- Did you carefully and thoroughly read the instructions provided along with the product?
- Do you have the original invoice or sales receipt?
- Is the return date within 36 months from the purchase date?
- Are you the original purchaser?
- Was the product properly installed by a qualified, licensed auto mechanic?
- Has the product been installed on the original vehicle on which it was installed at all times?
- Is the product unmodified and clean?
- Is the reason for return a legitimate product defect?