Rough Country 394.23 - Manual (Page 2)

FRONT SUSPENSION INSTALLATION
1. Secure and block the rear tires of the vehicle on a level concrete or asphalt surface
2. Open the hood and remove the shock nuts, retaining washers and rubber bushings from both upper shock mounts
located inside the engine compartment using a 18mm wrench. The shocks will be removed when the coils are re-
moved.
3. Remove the track bar bolt on frame side using a 24mm socket. Then raise vehicle and remove tires and wheels
using 22mm socket
4. When raising vehicle using a jack or lift do not place lift arms or jack stands on frame between lower control arm
and transmission cross-member. This is done so new parts can be installed. See Photo 1
5. On both sides of the vehicle , scribe alignment marks on the adjustable cam bolt for later reference. See Photo 2
6. Remove the stock front upper sway bar links from the sway bar as shown in Photo 3 using a 15mm wrench. Re-
move the lower link from the axle using a 21mm wrench.
7. Using a 13mm socket remove brake line bracket from axle on driver and passenger side. Disconnect drag link
from pitman arm using a 21mm wrench retaining factory hardware. Use a hammer to strike the end of the pitman
arm breaking loose the taper. Next remove the stock nut and lock washer holding on the pitman arm. Using a pit-
man arm puller carefully remove the stock pitman arm.
8. Using a 21mm socket remove the lower shock bolts.
9. Raise vehicle up and remove coil springs and shocks.
Tools and Supplies Needed to Install Kit
1. Torque Wrenches 8. Pitman Arm Puller
2. ½” Drive Ratchet and Sockets 9. Hammers
3. Assorted Combination Wrenches 10. C-Clamps
4. Heavy Duty Jack Stands 11. Center Punch
5. Hydraulic Floor Jacks 12. Rubbing Alcohol
6. Channel Locks 13. Safety Glasses
7. Anti-Seize Compound 14. 7/16” Drill Bit
Photo 2 Photo 1
Photo 3