Hellwig Sway Bar 7453 - Manual (Page 2)

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( R-141 ) 11/29/2012
1. Remove inside nut on shocks mounting plate. Install flat bar as shown in Photo 1.
2. Lubricate the inside and install D-bushings on sway bar. Install axle U-bolt under brake line. Photo 2.
3. Install U-Plate over bushings, Photo 2. Install both nuts and washers loosely at this point.
4. Install frame mounting brackets, Photo 2, left and right, top holes for 3/4 ton, lower holes for 1/2 ton
trucks.
5. Assemble end link kit as per illustration.
6. Recheck all wires and brake lines for proper clearance before securing.
7. Tighten and double nut all U-bolts and bolts where required.
8. Bounce the vehicle and check for clearance on all undercarriage components. Be sure all nuts and bolts
are securely fastened and double nuts used where necessary or provided.
9. Recheck your installation, look for clearance between gas lines, exhaust pipes, brake lines, wiring, etc.
After one week of driving check your installation and periodically thereafter.
ATTENTION INSTALLER: BE SURE THE CUSTOMER RECEIVES THIS INSTRUCTION
SHEET, ALL IMPORTANT NOTE CARDS, WARNING CARDS AND THE WARRANTY FORM.
SAFETY: BEFORE STARTING YOUR INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO SET PARKING BRAKE AND CHOCK TIRES.
NOTE: TO EASE INSTALLATION AND TO PROPERLY ADJUST THE BAR, THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE MUST BE
ON THE SUSPENSION, AS IF DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. DO NOT RAISE VEHICLE BY THE FRAME.
NOTE: THIS KIT MAY INCLUDE LOCK NUTS WHICH REQUIRES TIGHTENING WITH A WRENCH AFTER BEING
STARTED BY HAND.
TORQUE TABLE
BOLT SIZE: 3/8” = 20-30 ft. lbs. – 7/16” = 35-45 ft. lbs. – 1/2” = 50-70 ft. lbs. – 9/16” = 70-90 ft. lbs.-5/8”=120 ft. lbs.