Rough Country 1305 - Manual (Page 4)

17. Reinstall the steering linkage nut using a 21mm wrench. If ball joint turns while tightening, use a 10mm wrench to
hold the bottom of the tie rod. See Photo 12
18. Repeat steps 3-14 on opposite side of vehicle
19. Using a 15mm wrench, reinstall sway bar bushings and nut using factory hardware. Torque to factory specs.
20. Install the wheels / tires, using a 21mm deep well socket.
18. Jack up the vehicle and remove the jack stands. Lower the vehicle to the floor and torque all bolts to factory specifi-
cations.
19. Using an certified alignment professional, have an alignment done to factory specifications.
Photo 11 Photo 12
REAR INSTALLATION
1. Chock the front wheels and jack up the rear of the vehicle. Support the vehicle with jack stands. Remove the tires/
wheels using 7/8” deep well socket.
2. Support the rear axle with a floor jack and remove lower shock bolts with a 21mm and then remove the factory u bolts.
4. Remove stock block and install the new 2” block on the axle making sure the block and axle pin align. See Photo 1.
5. Install the supplied 9/16” u-bolts and hardware and secure to the correct factory torque specs. See Photo 2.
7. Install rear shock back into location using a 21mm wrench.
8. Install the wheels and tires. Tighten lug nut to factory specifications using crossing pattern. Lower the vehicle to the
ground. Tighten the lug nuts to 85 ft lbs.
Photo 2 PHOTO 1
POST INSTALLATION
1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure there is adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile,
fixed and heated members. Check steering for interference and proper working order. Test brake system.
2. Perform steering sweep. The distance between the tire sidewall and the brake hose must be checked closely. Cycle
the steering from full turn to full turn to check for clearance. Failure to perform inspections may result in component
failure.
3. Re torque all fasteners after 500 miles. Visually inspect components and re torque fasteners during routine vehicle
service.
4. Readjust headlights to proper settings.
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
It is the ultimate buyers responsibility to have all bolts/nuts checked for tightness after the first 500 miles and then every
1000 miles. Wheel alignment steering system, suspension and driveline systems must be inspected by a qualified pro-
fessional mechanic at least every 3000 miles.