Tuff Country 16994 - GM 01-06 K3500 HD 4wd 6 kit User Manual

Installation manual

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Part # 16994
2001 - 2006 Chevy or GMC 3500HD
Strong 6” suspension system

Parts contained in Box 1 of 3

Part #

Description

Qty.

16985-17

Front cross member

1

16985-18

Rear cross member

1

16955-18

6” integrating skid plate

1

16985-12

Lateral compression arms

2

16985NB

Hardware bag

1

Parts contained in Box 2 of 3

Part #

Description

Qty.

HDDIFF-01

DS differential relocation bracket

1

16985-23

PS differential relocation bracket

1

16985-10

Rear carrier bearing relocation bracket

1

16985-11

Lateral compression mounts

2

22SW

Square washers

8

TBD99-01

Torsion bar relocation brackets

2

9802

Axle spacers

2

BL402

4” rear lifted blocks

2

58NW

Hardware bag

1

5U-9297S

5/8” x 2 3/4” x 16 1/2” square u-bolts

4

16985PL

Hardware bag

1

16985SL

Hardware bag

1

14959NB1

Hardware bag

1

S10120

DS differential relocation bracket sleeve

1

SHOCKTIE

Shock ties

8

16994INST

Instruction manual (customer copy)

1

16994INST

Instruction manual (Installer copy)

1

MIRRORHANGER

Rear view mirror hanger

1

WARNINGDECAL

Warning decal

1

DECAL

Window sticker

1

Parts contained in Box 3 of 3

Part #

Description

Qty.

16985-01M

DS knuckle

1

16985-02M

PS knuckle

1

Congratulations on your selection to purchase a Tuff Country
EZ-Ride Suspension System. We at Tuff Country are proud to
offer a high quality product at the industries most
competitive pricing. Thank you for your confidence in us,
and our product.

Part # 16994 will not work with vehicle that have dual rear
wheels. If part # 16994 is installed on a vehicle with dual rear
wheels, Tuff Country assumes no liability and the warranty
will be VOID.

Installation manual

Strong 6” suspension system

2001 -- 2006

Chevy or GMC 3500HD

Part # 16994

sj030707rev.01

Important customer information:

Tuff Country EZ-Ride Suspension highly recommends that a
qualified and/or certified mechanic performs this
installation.

If you desire to return your vehicle to stock, it is the
customers responsibility to save all stock hardware.

This vehicles reaction and handling characteristics may
differ from standard cars and/or trucks. Modifications to
improve and/or enhance off road performance may raise
the intended center of gravity. Extreme caution must be
utilized when encountering driving conditions which may
cause vehicle imbalance or loss of control. DRIVE SAFELY!
Avoid abrupt maneuvers, such as sudden sharp turns which
could cause a roll over, resulting in serious injury or death.

It is the customers responsibility to make sure that a
re-torque is performed on all hardware associated with this
suspension system after the first 100 miles of installation. It
is also the customers responsibility to do a complete
re-torque after every 3000 miles or after every off road use.

After the original installation, Tuff Country EZ-Ride
Suspension also recommends having the alignment
checked every 6 months to ensure proper tracking, proper
wear on tires and front end components. Tuff Country EZ-
Ride Suspension takes no responsibility for abuse,
improper installation or improper suspension maintenance.

It is the responsibility of the customer or the mechanic to
wear safety glasses at all times when performing this
installation.

It is the customers/installers responsibility to read and
understand all steps before installation begins. OEM manual
should be used as a reference guide.

Make sure to use lock tite on all new and stock hardware
associated with this installation.

The Tuff Country EZ-Ride Suspension product safety label
that is included in your kit box must be installed inside the
cab in plain view of all occupants.

Before installation begins, it is the customers/installers
responsibility to make sure that all parts are on hand. If any
parts are missing, please feel free to call one of our customer
service representatives @ (801) 280-2777.

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