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1. I Filter Grommet In Storage Compartment No Tape on Wire gt Or XS Ground Air Solenoids White Tape ae on Wire Out ior fpr Inflation Ne Valve alve Bellows already installed MN 362 R SF LoadController Hardware and Tools Lists HARDWARE Item Description Quantity A Gauge Panel Harness Assembly 1 B Compressor 1 C 8 MNPT 1 4 Straight Fitting 1 D Air Filter 1 E Bracket Solenoid Assembly 1 G 8 Silver Screws 4 H 8 32 Lock washer 4 Air Line 50 J Flexible Grommet 2 K 8 Black Self Tapping Screws 3 L Tee Fitting 2 M Plastic Tie Straps 10 N Fuse Adaptors 3 O 34e Female Terminal 1 P Filter Fitting 1 TOOLS NEEDED 1 2 13mm 18mm and 19mm open end or box wrenches Crescent wrench Ratchet with 3 3 9 6 and 1 2 deep well sockets 346 9 32 3 4 and 1 drill bits very sharp Heavy duty drill Grinder Tin snips Phillips screw driver Hose cutter razor blade or sharp knife Hoist or floor jacks Safety stands Safety glasses Air compressor or compressed air source Spray bottle with solution of s dish soap and s water Missing or damaged parts Call Air Lift customer service at 800 248 0892 for a replacement part 4 MN 362 LoadController R Installing the LoadController System NOTE NOTE MN 362 RECOMMENDED COMPRESSOR LOCATIONS Important LOCATE COMPRESSOR IN DRY PROTECTED AREA ON VEHICLE
2. 171107 ECR 7119 MN 362 GWTRODIER nia ennai by AIR LIFT ksing iag INSTALLATION GUIDE For maximum effectiveness and safety please read these instructions completely before proceeding with installation Failure to read these instructions can result in an incorrect installation TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2 2 02 es 2 Important Safety Notice 2ceceaceees can eseee neeeuoec eee Ct uere ee eeeems 2 Notation Explanation 2 0 0 0 cc eee ees 2 Installation Diagram 000 eee eee 3 Hardware and Tools ListS 00000 eee eaee Installing the LoadController System 5 Recommended Compressor Locations 0 0 0 cee ee ee eee 5 Assembling and Mounting the Compressor 000 cece e eee eee 5 Mounting the Solenoid Valves 0 0 eee eens 6 Grounding the Compressor and Solenoids 00 cee eee eee eee 7 Installing the Air LING 22 6 4e6r625c660086 33804 08 ES OS SOS SERS OEE OSS 7 Attaching the Air Line from the Compressor to the Solenoids 7 Installing the Grommet n anaana aaaea 8 Mounting the Gauge Panel 0 00 eee eens 9 ROUUING ING HOMESS ess cones thse ebad Shwe eiew dee eee ee SaaS E 10 Connecting the Harness 0 00 ccc eee eee eens 11 Connecting the Air Line to the Air Springs 0 0 ce es 11 Connecting the Air Line to the Dash Panel 00000 12 Connecting the Power Wire t
3. DIRECT SPLASH OR EXCESSIVE MOISTURE CAN DAMAGE THE COMPRESSOR AND CAUSE SYSTEM FAILURE Disclaimer If you choose to mount the compressor outside the vehicle please keep in mind the compressor body must be shielded from direct splash and the intake should be snorkeled inside the vehicle If the compressor does not include a remote mount air filter or if mounting the compressor outside the vehicle make sure to orient the compressor intake filter so that all moisture can easily drain Please also remember e To avoid high heat environments e To avoid mounting the compressor under the hood e To check to be sure the compressor harness 2 will reach the compressor and connect to harness 1 e The compressor can be mounted in any position vertical upside down sideways etc please refer to the instruction manual DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DUTY CYCLE OF 15 3 MINUTES ON AND 20 MINUTES OFF FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDED DUTY CYCLE WILL CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE COMPRESSOR IN THE EVENT THAT THE COMPRESSOR STOPS RUNNING IN ORDER TO RUN AGAIN ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR TO COOL DOWN AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE TIME FOR THE THERMAL BREAKER TO RESET BEFORE TRYING TO START THE COMPRESSOR AGAIN This kit is installed after the air springs have been installed This manual is to be used in conjunction with the instruction manual included with each air spring kit ASSEMBLING AND MOUNTING THE COMPRESSOR 1 Select a rigid protected
4. Route the harness through the previously installed grommet to the compressor and solenoid location Fig 20 fig 20 4 Select a convenient sturdy mounting location for the dash panel A Using the holes in the gauge panel as a template drive in the two 8 black self tapping screws K Fig 21 10 MN 362 R LoadController CONNECTING THE HARNESS 1 Connect the wires on the harness to the wires of the compressor and solenoids by color and terminals black to black no tape to no tape white to white etc Refer to Fig 22 Female Connector Black Tape on Wire fig eZ White Tape on Wire CONNECTING THE AIR LINE TO THE AIR SPRINGS 1 Deflate each air spring Cut the air line already installed between air spring and inflation valve Install a tee fitting L Fig 23 Follow this same procedure for air line leading to the other air spring and inflation valve He 2 Install remaining length of air line into open leg of the tee previously installed between the air spring and the inflation valve Route the air line along the frame and secure with nylon tie straps M to the solenoid Fig 24 see next page 3 Install the air line from the driver side air spring into one of the open legs of the driver side solenoid Fig 25 see next page 4 Install the air line from the passenger side air spring into one of the open ports of the passenger side solenoid Fig 25 MN 362 11
5. This will likely cause a leak or malfunction and void the warranty 1 The gauge panel has been preassembled for your convenience 2 The following is the attaching sequence for the system Non taped wire to terminal 4 white taped wire to terminal 6 black taped wire to terminal 3 and the other non taped wire to terminal 2 Fig 17 To Driver Solenoid White No To Passenger Tape Solenoid Lights white A Black fo oF lt j A Ground qs _ black s NO To Fuse Box To Compressor White B To Passenger Solenoid To Passenger Solenoid To Driver Black Solenoid f f fig 17 To Compressor To Fuse Ox Y MN 362 9 R LoadController ROUTING THE HARNESS 1 Route the harness A from the dash panel through an existing grommet in the floorboard or firewall Fig 18 NOTE In some cases a hole may have to be drilled or cut to allow access for the harness Drill or cut a 1 diameter hole and install the provided flexible grommet J It will be necessary to seal any grommets or holes that have been cut drilled or removed so as not to allow elements to enter the cab area of the vehicle 2 Route the harness A along the frame rail Keep away from heat exhaust system etc and moving chassis components Secure harness to frame with plastic tie straps M provided Fig 19 fig 19 3
6. R LoadController fig 24 AuxiliaryO D P InflationO Valve Amm hh o 29 Auxiliary Inflation Valve Bellowso eevee SF ica cies SF S A CONNECTING THE AIR LINE TO THE DASH PANEL 1 Connect the white taped air line to the one open leg of the tee fitting on passenger side solenoid Fig 26 White Tape on Air Line No Tape on Air Line fig 26 S olenoids 2 Connect the air line with no tape to the open leg of the tee fitting on the driver side solenoid Fig 26 3 Route the white wire for the illuminated gauge to an accessory power source Attach the black wire to an adequate ground 12 MN 362 LoadController PEP CONNECTING THE POWER WIRE TO THE FUSE BOX 1 Use a test light to determine which open terminal accessory etc works only when the key is in the on or accessory position Fig 27 The terminal should have an amperage rating equal to or higher than the 25 amp innline fuse NOTE Connect the adapter to the Hot side of the fuse use test light to determine fe Hg Be 2 a DEAE ia at J E TE OS fe EN 2 Connection to the fuse terminal will depend on what type of fuse your vehicle uses Fig 28 Adapter 1 Ss SY Adapter Adapter 2 ae Fuse Adapter 3 fig 28 TF lt gt Uses 3 16 smaller Female Push On Connector a If your vehicle uses a barrel type fuse use adapter 1 b If y
7. convenient mounting location for the compressor B under the vehicle Fig 2 or in a storage area motorhomes Fig 3 The location selected should shield the compressor from the elements Be careful to shield the compressor from heat sources DO NOT MOUNT THE COMPRESSOR IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT DOING SO CAN CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE TO THE COMPRESSOR R LoadController 2 Use the four holes on the compressor legs as a template to mark the four mounting hole locations 3 Center punch and drill four 4 13 64 holes 4 Use screws provided to attach the compressor Figs 4 and 5 Mounting BoltO Flat WasherH Compressor Leg EAA777 77777777 Vehicle Body Flat WasherL Je 4 EEEE Star Washer E NutO 1 Select a mounting location for the solenoid bracket that contains the solenoids The location selected should shield the solenoids from the elements 2 Clamp the bracket in place and using the two outer holes in the bracket as a template secure the solenoid brackets in the chosen location using two self tapping screws 3 Use the 8 silver screws G and the 8 lock washers H to secure the solenoids E in the chosen location Fig 8 fig 8 MN 362 LoadController MN 362 R GROUNDING THE COMPRESSOR AND SOLENOIDS 1 Using the provided 8 black self tapping screw K secure the ring terminal on the black wire from the compressor and the ring t
8. e rim size and inflation pressure data is shown on the vehicle s Safety Compliance Certification Label Payload The combined maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the truck is designed to carry Payload is GVWR minus the Base Curb Weight NOTATION EXPLANATION Hazard notations appear in various locations in this publication Information which is highlighted by one of these notations must be observed to help minimize risk of personal injury or possible improper installation which may render the vehicle unsafe Notes are used to help emphasize areas of procedural importance and provide helpful suggestions The following definitions explain the use of these notations as they appear throughout this guide INDICATES IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH INDICATES HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE OR MINOR PERSONAL INJURY Indicates a procedure practice or hint which is important to highlight MN 362 LoadController Installation Diagram To a Keyed Power Source agnis i Female Connector AN Ground a black Fuse Fuse Holder p ql 2 Grommet Exiting Storage aman Cab Through Firewall Compartment preferred Black Tape Compressor on Wire aaa w EN OEE So eo lO Harness In ai Air Inlet
9. erminal connected to one of the wires from each solenoid to and adequate ground metal fenderwell frame metal storage area INSTALLING THE AIR LINE 1 Cut the air line into two equal parts WHEN CUTTING OR TRIMMING THE AIR LINE USE A HOSE CUTTER AIR LIFT P N 10530 A RAZOR BLADE OR A SHARP KNIFE A CLEAN SQUARE CUT WILL ENSURE AGAINST LEAKS FIGURE 9A DO NOT USE WIRE CUTTERS OR SCISSORS TO CUT THE AIR LINE THESE TOOLS MAY FLATTEN OR CRIMP THE AIR LINE CAUSING IT TO LEAK AROUND THE O RING SEAL INSIDE THE ELBOW FITTING FIG 9B Good cut clean and Bad cut flattened square fig Ia fig 9b 2 Lubricate i e soap silicone spray saliva the end of the air line and insert it into the fitting Fig 10 Push firmly until you feel the resistance of the internal O ring Push harder and twist the air line slightly until you feel it move past the O ring and seat You will feel hear it click into place There will be 16 of air line in the fitting when properly seated ATTACHING THE AIR LINE FROM THE COMPRESSOR TO THE SOLENOIDS 1 Install the fitting C onto the compressor leader hose Fig 11 Install one end of the air line into the fitting You will feel hear it click into place There will be 9 16 of air line in the fitting when properly seated IMPORTANT Only tighten the fitting 1 turns Do not overtighten 2 Route the air line I to the passenger side solenoid F with two tee f
10. ittings installed on the solenoid Fig 12 SF LoadController NOTE If the solenoids are mounted within 3 feet or less of the compressor use no less than 3 feet of tubing between the two aaa IMPORTANT Only tighten the fitting 1 1 2 turns Do not overtighten Compressor 4 rxzxxzxxyzxzxxzxxzxi mii ey R Solenoids 3 Cut off the excess air line and install the air line into one leg of one of the tees 4 Install the remaining section piece of air line I onto the other leg of the same tee Fig 13 EEEN fig 13 tee Sas Solenoids ____ 5 Route this air line to the straight fitting installed on the driver side solenoid E Fig 13 6 Cut off excess air line and install the air line into the straight fitting INSTALLING THE GROMMET 1 Drill or cut a 1 diameter hole to route the harness into the compressor location Fig 14 jig 14 2 Insert the flexible grommet material J and iwalki the material around the inside edge of the hole Fig 15 8 MN 362 R LoadController FlexibleL Grommet Hole 3 Cut off any excess grommet material Fig 16 f MOUNTING THE GAUGE PANEL IMPORTANT All preassembled gauge panels have been 100 leak and function tested Do not attempt to tighten loosen or adjust any fittings or connections
11. le chassis Correct Air Pressure Remove unusual loads and examine your vehicle from the side to ensure it is on a level surface If necessary in cases where your leaf springs are sagging badly use a jack to raise the rear end so that the vehicle achieves the original ias deliveredi ride height Correct air pressure is ensured when the vehicle is at Normal Ride Height Normal Ride Height is the distance between the bottom edge of the wheel well and the center of the hub with the vehicle in the ias deliveredi condition In some cases Normal Ride Height is not perfectly level Record this height Fig 30 Inflate or deflate the air springs until the vehicle is at Normal Ride pelo Loaded or unloaded Normal nige Height should always be maintained NORMAL RIDE HEIGHT _ inches MN 362 LoadController KS Warranty and Returns Policy MN 362 Air Lift Company warrants its products for the time periods listed below to the original retail purchaser against manufacturing defects when used on catalog listed applications on cars vans light trucks and motorhomes under normal operating conditions for as long as Air Lift manufactures the product The warranty does not apply to products that have been improperly applied improperly installed used in racing or off road applications used for commercial purposes or which have not been maintained in accordance with installation instructions furnished with all products The consumer will be re
12. ny implied warranties of merchantability and fitness which extend beyond this warranty period There are no warranties that extend beyond the description on the face hereof Seller disclaims the implied warranty of merchantability Dated proof of purchase required Air Lift 1000 Lifetime Limited LoadController Dual 2 Year Limited RideControl 0 Lifetime Limited Load Controller I 2 Year Limited LoadLifter 5000 Lifetime Limited Load Controller Il 2 Year Limited SlamAir cceeeeeeeeeeeeneees Lifetime Limited SmartAir cccee 2 Year Limited P G2 nee eee eee es Lifetime Limited Wireless AIR 2 Year Limited Lifestyle amp Performance 1 Year Limited WirelessONE 2 Year Limited LoadController Single 2 Year Limited Other Accessories 2 Year Limited formerly SuperDuty formerly EasyStreet 15 SF LoadController Replacement Information If you need replacement parts contact the local dealer or call Air Lift customer service at 800 248 0892 Most parts are immediately available and can be shipped the same day Contact Air Lift Company customer service at 800 248 0892 first if e Parts are missing from the kit e Need technical assistance on installation or operation Broken or defective parts in the kit e Wrong parts in the kit e Have a warranty claim or
13. o the Fuse Box 0 000 cece eee eee 13 Testing and Checking the System 0 0000 eee eens 13 Maintenance and Operations 0 00 eee ee 14 Warranty and Returns Policy 00000085 15 Replacement Information 000005 16 Contact Information 0000cc een eeunneuase 16 KS LoadController Introduction WARNING NOTE The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation maintenance and troubleshooting of the LoadController system It is important to read and understand the entire installation guide before beginning installation or performing any maintenance service or repair The information here includes a hardware list tool list step by step installation information maintenance guidelines and operating tips Air Lift Company reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products and publications at any time For the latest version of this manual contact Air Lift Company at 800 248 0892 or visit our website at www airliftcompany com IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The installation of this kit does not alter the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or payload of the vehicle Check your vehicle s owner s manual and do not exceed the maximum load listed for your vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including passengers and cargo This number along with other weight limits as well as tir
14. ou have the standard spade type fuses use adapter 2 c Many late model vehicles use a smaller spade type fuse which requires adapter 3 N and the 16 female terminal provided O 3 Turn ignition key on momentarily to test electrical circuit and check the air compressor by pushing the toggle switch to the right or left and holding it If it runs turn it off by releasing the switch If the compressor does not run use a test light to determine that there is power to both sides of the switch Insure that the ground black wire is providing a sufficient ground 4 IMPORTANT Do not exceed the recommended duty cycle of 15 3 minutes on and 20 minutes off CAUTION FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDED DUTY CYCLE WILL CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE COMPRESSOR TESTING AND CHECKING THE SYSTEM 1 Push the toggle switch to the left and watch pressure increase on the left air gauge Inflate to 60 p s i Push switch to the right and inflate right side to 60 p s i Due to weight transferring the air pressure in the first air spring inflated will change as you inflate the other side 2 Check the following locations for leaks by spraying them with a solution of s dish soap to s water air line connections at each solenoid air line connection at the compressor MN 362 13 R NOTE 14 3 LoadController air line connections at the back of the dash panel and each tee fitting location Fig 29 If bubbles appear and gr
15. ow then see step 3 below on how to repair the leaks If there are any fitting leaks then a Deflate the spring and remove the line by pulling the collar against the fitting and pulling firmly on the air line b Trim 2 off the end of the air line Be sure the cut is clean and spare c Reinsert air line into the pushhtonconnect fitting 16 MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS This manual is to be used in conjunction with the instruction manual included with each air spring kit 1 Inflation To inflate the air spring on one side of the vehicle push the toggle switch side ways on the dash panel The compressor will turn on automatically to increase the pressure as indicated on the gauge Once the desired pressure is reached release the button and the compressor will shutnoff Due to weight transferring the air pressure in the first air spring inflated will change as you inflate the other side Deflation To deflate one side of the vehicle depress the deflate button on the side you want decrease In the event that the compressor stops running in order to run again allow the compressor to cool down and provide adequate time for the thermal breaker to reset before trying to start the compressor again Air Lift Design Intent All AIR LIFT kits are designed to maintain the vehicle at Normal Ride Height with additional loading up to but not to exceed the maximum gross vehicle weight as identified by the manufacturer on the vehic
16. question Contact the retailer where the kit was purchased If it is necessary to return or exchange the kit for any reason If there is a problem with shipping if shipped from the retailer If there is a problem with the price Contact Information If you have any questions comments or need technical assistance contact our customer service department by calling 800 248 0892 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 7 p m Eastern Time For calls from outside the USA or Canada our local number is 517 322 2144 For inquiries by mail our address is PO Box 80167 Lansing MI 48908 0167 Our shipping address for returns is 2727 Snow Road Lansing MI 48917 You may also contact us anytime by e mail at sales airlifttcompany com or on the web at www airlifttcompany com 16 MN 362 Need Help Contact our customer service department by calling 800 248 0892 Monday through Friday 8 a m to 7 p m Eastern Time For calls from outside the USA or Canada our local number is 517 322 2144 Register your warranty online at www airliftcompany com warranty SF Thank you for purchasing Air Lift products the professional installer s choice Air Lift Company 2727 Snow Road Lansing MI 48917 or PO Box 80167 Lansing MI 48908 0167 Toll Free 800 248 0892 Local 517 322 2144 Fax 517 322 0240 www airliftcompany com Printed in the USA
17. sponsible for removing labor charges the defective product from the vehicle and returning it transportation costs prepaid to the dealer from which it was purchased or to Air Lift Company for verification Air Lift will repair or replace at its option defective products or components A minimum 10 00 shipping and handling charge will apply to all warranty claims Before returning any defective product you must call Air Lift at 800 248 0892 in the U S and Canada elsewhere 517 322 2144 fora Returned Materials Authorization RMA number Returns to Air Lift can be sent to Air Lift Company 2727 Snow Road Lansing MI 48917 Product failures resulting from abnormal use or misuse are excluded from this warranty The loss of use of the product loss of time inconvenience commercial loss or consequential damages is not covered The consumer is responsible for installation reinstallation labor charges of the product Air Lift Company reserves the right to change the design of any product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages The above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you There are no warranties expressed or implied including a

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