Rite-Ride 2474 - Manual

InstallatIon InstructIons
Congratulations—your new Ride-Rite Air Helper
Springs are quality products capable of improving the
handling and comfort of your vehicle. As with all prod-
ucts, proper installation is the key to obtaining all of the
benefits your kit is capable of delivering. Please take a
few minutes to read through the instructions to iden-
tify the components and learn where and how they are
used. It is a good idea to start by comparing the parts
in your kit with the parts list below.
The heart of the Ride-Rite kit is, of course, the air
helper springs. Remember that the air helper springs
must flex and expand during operation, so be sure that
there is enough clearance to do so without rubbing
against any other part of the vehicle.
Be sure to take all applicable safety precautions
during the installation of the kit. The instructions listed
in this brochure and the illustrations all show the left,
or driver’s side of the vehicle. To install the right side
assembly simply follow the same procedures.
Your kit includes separate inflation valves and air
lines for each air helper spring. This will allow you to
level your vehicle from side to side as well as from front
to back. If you would rather have a single valve inflation
system, your dealer can supply the required “T” fitting.
Important!
For your safety and to prevent possible damage to
your vehicle, do not exceed the maximum load rec-
ommended by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR).
Although your Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs are rated
at a maximum inflation pressure of 100 P.S.I., this pres-
sure may allow you to carry too great a load on some
vehicles. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for maxi-
mum loads listed for your vehicle.
When inflating your Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs,
add air pressure in small quantities, checking pressure
frequently during inflation. The air spring requires much
less air volume than a tire and, therefore, inflates much
quicker.
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AIR SPRING 6781 4
UPPER BRACKET 5581 2
LOWER BRACKET 5583 2
UPPER BRACE 5582 2
BRACKET STRAP 5103 4
3/8"-16 FLANGE LOCK NUT 32
3/8"-16 X 5/8" FLAT HEAD BOLT 4
3/8"-16 X 1 1/2" FLAT HEAD BOLT 2
3/8"-16 X 5" CARRIAGE BOLT 8
3/8" SPECIAL WASHER 12
3/8"-16 X 1 1/2 HEX BOLT 14
5/16" FLAT WASHER 4
AIR LINE TUBING 1
TEE FITTING 3025 2
INFLATION VALVE 3032 2
ELBOW FITTING 3031 4
THERMAL SLEEVE 0899 2
NYLON TIE 6
CAUTION TAG 2
parts lIst
WarnInG:
Do not inflate this assembly when it is
unrestricted. The assembly must be
restricted by the suspension or other
adequate structure. Do not inflate beyond
100 P.S.I. Improper use or over inflation
may cause property damage or severe
personal injury.
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