Rite-Ride 2304 - Manual (Page 4)

NOTE:
Once the air helper springs are installed, it is recommended that the vehicle not be lifted by the frame, as over-
extension may occur, resulting in damage to the air helper springs. However, should it become necessary to
raise the vehicle by the frame, deflate both air helper springs completely.
STEP 6— CHECK THE AIR SYSTEM
Once the inflation valves are installed, inflate the air helper springs to
70 psi and check the fittings for air leaks. Using a spray bottle, apply a
solution of soap and water to the fittings. If a leak is detected at a airline
tubing connection then check to make sure that the airline tube is cut as
square as possible and that it is pushed completely into the fitting. The
airline tubing can easily be removed from the fittings by exhausting all
the pressure in the air springs and then pushing the collar towards the
body of the fitting and then, with a gentle pull, remove the airline tubing.
Reinstall the tubing and reinflate the air springs and check for leaks as
noted above. If a leak is detected where the air fitting screws into the
spring and tighten the air fitting into the air spring until the leak stops.
This now completes the installation. Install the wheels and torque
the lug nuts to the manufacturer's specification. Raise the vehicle by
the axle and remove the jack stands. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
Reattach the negative battery cable and remove the wheel chocks from
the front wheels. Before proceeding, check once again to be sure you
have proper clearance around the air springs. With a load on your vehicle
and the air helper springs inflated, you must have at least 1/2" clearance
around the air springs. As a general rule, the air helper springs will sup-
port approximately 50 lbs. of load for each psi of inflation pressure (per
pair). For example, 50 psi of inflation pressure will support a load of 2500
lbs. per pair of air helper springs. FOR BEST RIDE use only enough air
pressure in the air helper springs to level the vehicle when viewed from
the side (front to rear). This amount will vary depending on the load, loca-
tion of load, condition of existing suspension and personal preference.
NOTE:
Too much air pressure in the air helper springs will result in a firmer
ride, while too little air pressure will allow the air helper spring to bot-
tom out over rough conditions. Too little air pressure will not provide
the improvement in handling that is possible. TO PREVENT POS-
SIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 5 psi IN THE AIR
HELPER SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.
Figure “E”
Figure “F”
AIR LINE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
INFLATION VALVE
FLAT WASHER
HEX NUT
VALVE CAP
BODY OF
VEHICLE
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AIR HOSE
INFLATION
VALVES
BUMPER
AIR
SPRINGS
NOTE:
MIN PRESSURE 5 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI