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1. 2 Verify all parts have been received in this kit by checking the parts list at the end of this document 3 Only install this kit on the vehicle for which it is specified If anytime during the installation you encounter something different from what is outlined in the instructions call technical support at 928 636 3175 4 Special tools needed a Coil spring compressors b Tie rod puller 5 Park vehicle on a clean dry flat level surface and block tires so vehicle cannot roll in either direction Adhere to recommendations when replacement fasten ers retainers and keepers are called out in the factory service manual When re assembling the vehicle it is recommended by the vehicle manufacturer that certain fasteners are replaced in order to maintain proper retention characteristics This system may not include all replacement hardware as recommended by the fac tory service manual Additional replacement hardware should be obtained prior to installation of this system to meet the requirements of the factory service manual Ride Height 1 Measure ride height with the vehicle supporting its own weight on level ground To settle the suspen sion the vehicle should be driven forward at least 10 feet immediately prior to taking these measure ments Ride height is the measurement from the center of the axle straight up vertical to the fender lip Record this measurement for all four wheels ee Fender Torque Sp2. gk 3 AAT a ie ete x M ESA pi ae a i gt d Uncompress coil spring and remove upper plate and isolator from ramp and coil spring Alignment e Install kit spacer onto isolator and upper plate Marks h Repeat above substeps for passenger coil spacer Upper Plate Kit Spacer f Align previously painted alignment marks and install upper plate kit spacer and isolator onto ramp and coil spring NOTE When installing shock onto upper plate ensure metal ring is seated on shock rod step 5 06 09 1500 Front Leveling Kit DL225 2 Driver coil over assembly e Install steering tie rod end onto steering Knuckle with nut TORQUE to O E specification a Install coil over assembly onto upper perch with three nuts DO NOT TIGHTEN Tie Rod Knuckle Upper Coil Over i i i Assembly i f Repeat above substeps for passenger coil over assembly b Install coil over assembly onto lower A arm with bolt and nut TORQUE to O E specification CAUTION DO NOT OVER COMPRESS sway bar bushings in the Coil Over following step Damage may occur to bushings sway bar or sway bar end links 3 Install sway bar onto driver and passenger sway bar end links with two bushings two washers and two nuts TIGHTEN two nuts until bushings are SLIGHTLY COMPRESSED Nut Washer amp Bushing a ag ey c TORQUE three upper perch nuts to O E specifi f cation Sway Bar E o
3. 5 Driver coil over assembly NOTE It may be necessary to use a tie rod puller to remove steering tie rod end from steering knuckle a Remove nut and steering tie rod end from steer ing knuckle Tie Rod Knuckle 06 09 1500 Front Leveling Kit DL225 b Remove nut and upper A arm from steering Install Kit Knuckle 1 Coil spacers A WARNING Compressed coil springs can expand violently causing serious personal injury Use caution when using coil spring compressors a Paint upper plate ramp coil spring isolator and shock with alignment mark for proper re assem bly Upper Plate Ramp Spring Isolator c Remove nut and bolt from coil over assembly and lower A arm Coil Over coli AE Alignment _ i Mark Shock b Using coil spring compressors compress coil spring until shock is loose on coil spring d Remove three nuts and coil over assembly from Coil Spring upper perch Compressor Coil Spring Upper Coil Over y i Ss oa 7 c Remove nut and shock from coil spring and Assembly upper plate e Repeat above substeps for passenger coil over assembly 4 06 09 1500 Front Leveling Kit DL225 g Compress coil spring and align previously painted alignment marks and install shock onto upper plate with nut When removing shock from upper plate ensure metal ring is seated on shock rod step Kit Spacer Shock Rod Metal Ring
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5. and after off road use All suspension lift components should be visually inspected and fasteners retorqued during routine vehi cle servicing A CAUTION Performance Automotive Group does not recommend any particular wheel and tire combinations for use with its suspension lifts and cannot assume responsibility for the customer s choice of wheels and tires Refer to your owner s manual for recommended tire sizes and warnings related to the use of oversized tires Larger wheel and tire combinations increase stress and wear on steering and suspension components which leads to increased maintenance and higher risk for compo nent failure Larger wheel and tire combinations also alter speedometer calibration braking effectiveness center of gravity and handling characteristics Consult an experienced local off road shop to find what wheel and tire combinations work best with your vehicle All warranty information instruction sheets and other documents regarding the installation of this product must be retained by the vehicle owner Information contained in the instructions and on the warranty card will be required for any warranty claims The vehicle owner needs to understand the modifications made to the vehicle and how they affect vehicle handling and performance Failure to provide the customer with this information can result in damage to the vehicle and severe personal injury Kit Parts List Qty Description 2
6. o X d Install upper A arm onto steering knuckle with nut TORQUE to O E specification Sway Bar End Link 4 Install front wheels onto vehicle with lug nuts Snug but DO NOT TIGHTEN 5 Using hydraulic floor jack raise front of vehicle and remove jack stands Slowly lower vehicle onto ground 6 TORQUE front lug nuts to specification 6 06 09 1500 Front Leveling Kit DL225 After Completing Installation Engine Compartment 1 Connect both battery cables Connect positive cable first then negative cable Positive Cable i a Ks i b i ao r 2 Ny th Negative A Cable A Miscellaneous 1 Apply kit label warning onto dashboard in plain sight of all vehicle occupants 2 Adjust headlights 3 Check all fasteners to ensure they are tight 4 Ensure all wires hoses cables etc are properly connected and there is ample slack 5 Align vehicle to OE specifications Retain alignment results Dynamic Vehicle Check 1 Check steering and suspension in all positions to ensure that there is no bind and adequate clearance between all moving fixed and heated members Check operation of clutch brake system and park ing brake Check operation of transmission and transfer case Ensure there is full engagement in all gears and 4WD ranges Check battery connections and electrical component operations Test drive vehicle A WARNING Retorque all fasteners after 500 miles
7. A WARNING Many states and municipalities have laws restricting bumper heights and vehicle lifts Consult state and local laws to determine if the changes you intend to make to the vehicle comply with the law 928 636 7080 www p a g net DODGE RAM 1500 4WD 2 FRONT LEVELING KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 06 09 KIT DL225PA A WARNING Installation of a Performance Automotive Group sus pension lift kit will change the vehicle s center of gravity and handling characteristics both on and off road You must drive the vehicle safely Extreme care must be taken to prevent vehicle rollover or loss of control which could result in serious injury or death Avoid sud den sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers and always make sure all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fas tened A WARNING Before you install this kit read and understand all instructions warnings cautions and notes in this instruction sheet and in the vehicle owner s manual A CAUTION Proper installation of this kit requires knowledge of the factory recommended procedures for removal and installation of original equipment components We rec ommend that the factory shop manual and any special tools needed to service your vehicle be on hand during the installation Installation of this kit without proper knowledge of the factory recommended procedures may affect the performance of these components and the safety of the vehicle We strongly recommen
8. d that a certified mechanic familiar with the installation of sim ilar components install this kit A WARNING This kit should only be installed on a vehicle that is in good working condition Before you install the kit thor oughly inspect the vehicle for corrosion or deformation of the sheet metal If the vehicle is suspected to have been in a collision or misused do not install this kit Off road use of your vehicle with this kit installed may increase the stress applied to the factory components Failure to observe this warning may result in serious personal injury and or severe damage to your vehicle WARNING The installation of larger tires may reduce the effective ness of the braking system A WARNING Always wear eye protection when operating power tools A WARNING Before you install this kit block the vehicle tires to pre vent the vehicle from rolling A WARNING DO NOT combine suspension body or other lift devices Use of vehicle with combined lifts may result in unsafe and or unexpected handling characteristics Lift height may vary depending on vehicle configura tion engine size additional accessories the factory suspension package and vehicle s condition 06 09 1500 Front Leveling Kit DL225 Before Starting Installation NOTE Kit parts are prefaced by the word kit and appear in bold print 1 Carefully read all warnings and instructions com pletely before beginning
9. ecifications 1 See factory service manual for torque values when re using OE fasteners Bolt Size Grade 5 ft Ibs Grade 8 ft lbs 1 4 20 10 10 1 4 28 10 12 5 5 16 18 17 22 5 5 16 24 20 25 3 8 16 30 40 3 8 24 35 45 7 16 14 50 65 7 16 20 55 70 1 2 13 75 100 1 2 20 55 70 9 16 12 105 135 9 16 18 115 150 5 8 11 150 195 5 8 18 160 210 3 4 16 175 225 06 09 1500 Front Leveling Kit DL225 Engine Compartment 1 Disconnect both battery cables Disconnect negative cable first then positive cable Positive Negative Cable Prepare to Install Kit A WARNING Compressed coil springs can expand violently causing serious personal injury Use caution when using coil spring compressors 1 Loosen but do not remove lug nuts on each front wheel 2 Using a hydraulic floor jack slowly lift front axle until front tires are 3 5 off ground Position jack stands under frame Lower vehicle onto jack stands while maintaining hydraulic jack pressure underneath front of vehicle A WARNING Use extreme caution when lifting vehicle from ground To prevent serious personal injury ensure the lifting device is securely placed 3 Remove lug nuts and front wheels from vehicle 4 Remove two nuts two washers two bushings and sway bar from driver and passenger sway bar end links v a MN Sway Bar Ee ae Nut Washer amp Bushing Sway Bar End Link
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