Rough Country 609S User Manual
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21. Slide the metal mount to the end of the line and reinstall
the diff vent hose on the frame as shown in Photo 12.
22. Reinstall the rear tires/wheels
,
using a 19mm deep well
socket
23. Lower the vehicle to the floor.
24. Using a 21mm socket tighten the front and rear lower con-
trol arms, both ends to 130 ft.lbs.
25. Using a 18mm socket tighten the front upper control arms,
both ends to 80 ft.lbs
26. Using a 21mm socket tighten the rear upper control arms
to 130 ft. lbs.
27. Make sure the body is centered over the rear axle and in-
stall the rear track rod bracket in the factory location on the
frame with the factory hardware and using a 21mm
wrench.
28. Adjust front draglink to center the steering wheel before driving by loosening the two bolts and turning the adjust-
ment collar. See Photo 13 & 14.
IMPORTANT NOTE :
Upon completing the install of this kit the draglink must be adjusted to center the steer-
ing wheel BEFORE the vehicle is driven. Failure to do so will cause the Vehicle Stability Program to not func-
tion properly , odd vehicle handling, and poor performance.
Thank you for purchasing a Rough Country Suspension System.
PHOTO 13
PHOTO 14
POST INSTALLATION
1. 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.
2. Re-torque all fasteners after 500 miles and recheck after 1000 miles. Alignment must be checked by a qualified me-
chanic. Visually inspect components and re-torque fasteners during routine vehicle service.
3. Readjust headlights to proper settings.
4. Have a qualified alignment center realign the front end
,
to the factory specifications immediately.
Caster preferred 4.6 degree range +,- 1 degree
Camber preferred –0.25 degree range +,- 0.63 degree
Toe-in preferred 0.15degree range +,- 0.15 degree
LOOSEN COLLAR
ADJUST COLLAR AS NEEDED
PHOTO 12