Rough Country 3592 - Manual (Page 2)

3. Use extreme caution when loading and unloading the torsion bars;
there is a tremendous amount of energy stored in them. Keep your
hands and body clear of the adjuster arm assembly and the puller
tool in case anything slips or breaks. Note: Because of the extreme
loads generated by the torsion bars on these vehicles, a standard
tow-jaw puller may bend the “lips” of the cross member and may
pop out of place. For best results use a c-clamp type puller tool. If
you cannot find one locally, this tool (J-22517-C) is available from
Kent Moore Tools in Roseville, Michigan (800-345-2233) or a Ball
Joint Remover like OTC7249 can be used.
4. On the driver side, using a torsion bar removal tool, remove the
stock torsion bar adjuster by loading the torsion bar using the tool
and removing the bolt and nut block. Slide the torsion bar forward
allowing the OE torsion key to fall out. See Photo 2.
5. Install the new torsion bar adjuster using the torsion bar tool as
shown in Photo 3. Reinstall the threaded block and adjuster bolt.
6. Repeat steps for passenger side. Making sure the driver and
passenger side torsion bar adjuster bolts are adjusted the same
amount. Fine-tuning is done in a later step.
7. Remove the factory shock absorbers and discard if new shock
absorbers were purchased. If purchased; install new shock
absorbers with factory hardware.
8. Jack up the front of the vehicle and remove the jack stands. Lower
the vehicle to the ground to where the torsion bars are supporting
the weight of the vehicle.
POST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
After the torsion bar adjusters have been installed and tightened to the factory measurement taken in step #2. additional
adjustment may need to be performed to level the vehicle. This is done by either tightening or loosening the torsion bar
adjuster bolts. Use a floor jack to support the side of the vehicle that is being adjusted, raising the tires slightly of the
ground and only adjusting the bolt 1-2 turns at a time to ensure the leveling of the truck. After adjustment lower the vehicle
to the ground and recheck for level. This may take several attempts.
As with any lift installed, adjustment of the front
headlights is required after installation. Note – the air dam on the front may need to be trimmed for additional clearance,
depending on the tire size.
A front-end alignment should ALWAYS be checked after installing ANY vehicle suspension lift. This kit typically requires a
slight toe-in adjustment. Record the ride height measurement at the time of alignment. If, in the future the torsion bars
settle excessively, alignment can be restored by adjusting-up the bars to their original ride height.
Thank You for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs.
Photo 2
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