Rough Country 1166 - Manual

JEEP JK REAR TRACK ROD BRACKET
(FOR USE WITH 2 1/2” KIT)
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs.
Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional
knowledge of disassemble/reassembly procedures as well as post installation checks must be known. Attempts to install
this system without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.
Please read instructions before beginning installation. Be sure you have all needed parts and know where they go.
Please review tools needed list and make sure you have needed tools.
PRODUCT USE INFORMATION
If question exist we will be happy to answer any questions concerning the design, function, and correct use of our prod-
ucts by calling 1-800-222-7023.
This bracket is to allow the rear axle to be centered after installing the 2 1/2” kit from Rough Country. Normally
when the 2 1/2” kit is installed the rear axle pulls slightly to the passenger side ( approx. 1/4”). Installing this op-
tional bracket will return the axle to center under the rear of the Jeep.
TOOLS NEEDED:
The following tools will be needed to complete this installation:
21MM Socket/Wrench
22MM Socket/Wrench
3/4” Socket/Wrench
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and chock the front wheels.
2. Jack up the rear of the vehicle and place jack stands under the frame rails just forward of the rear lower control
arms. Lower the rear of the vehicle onto the jack stands.
3. Support the rear axle using a floor jack.
4. Remove the track rod from the frame mount using a 21mm wrench—passenger side of vehicle. Retain the hardware
for reuse. It may be necessary to raise or lower to take the pressure off of the track rod bolt.
5. Install new bracket and spacer sleeve as shown in Photo 1 in the stock location. Secure with the supplied 14mm x
75mm hardware in the upper hole.
6. Secure the bracket as shown in Photo 2 with the supplied 1/2” x 1 1/4” hardware. Do not tighten at this time.
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Photo 1 Photo 2