Rough Country RC0503 - Manual (Page 2)

Installation Instructions
1. Jack up the rear of the vehicle using a floor jack. Both sides will be installed simultaneously to avoid binding the
spring bolts.
2. Place jack stands under the frame rails to support the vehicle. With floor jack lower the vehicle onto jack stands and
let the suspension hang. Leave floor jack under axle for support.
3. Lightly support the rear axle with the floor jack under the differential.
4. Remove the upper shackle bolts as shown in Photo 1 using a 21mm socket / wrench.
5. Remove the lower shackle bolt using a 21mm wrench & T55 bit. See Photo 2.
6. Lightly grease the supplied bushings /sleeves and install in the new shackle.
7. Install the new shackle on the leaf spring with the stock hardware using 21mm socket / wrench & T55 bit. See Photo
3.
8. Raise the jack and install the new shackle in the stock shackle mount with stock hardware using a 21mm wrench.
See Photo 4.
9. Install the wheels /tires.
10. Jack up the vehicle and remove the jack stands.
11. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
Photo 1 Photo 2
Photo 3
Post Installation
1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure there is adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile,
fixed and heated members. Test brake system.
2. Re torque all fasteners after 1000 miles. Visually inspect components and re-torque fasteners during routine vehicle
service.
3. Readjust headlights to proper settings.
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for all of your suspension needs.
Photo 4