Rite-Ride 2337 - Manual (Page 4)

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Once the air helper springs are installed, it is recommended that the vehicle not be lifted by the frame, as over-extension
may occur, resulting in damage to the air helper springs. However, should it become necessary to raise the vehicle by
the frame, deflate both air helper springs completely.
to the inflation valve, routing it to avoid direct heat from the engine, exhaust
pipe, and away from sharp edges. Do NOT fold or kink the air line tubing.
Thermal sleeves have been provided for these conditions. The air line tubing
should not be bent or curved sharply as it may buckle. Secure the tubing in place
with the nylon ties provided. Trim the air line tubing to the required length and
push the end of the air line tubing into the inflation valve see Figure "F".
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HECK THE AIR SYSTEM
Once the inflation valves are installed inflate the air helper springs to 70 psi
and check the fittings for air leaks with an applied solution of soap and water. If
a leak is detected at a tubing connection, check to make sure that the tube is cut
as square as possible and that it is pushed completely into the fitting. The tubing
can easily be removed from the fittings by first releasing the pressure from the air spring followed by pushing the collar towards
the body of the fitting and then pulling out the tube. If a leak is detected where the fitting screws into the air spring, release
the pressure from the air spring, remove the tubing, then screw the fitting into the air spring until the leak stops. Reinstall the
tubing and reinflate the air springs and check for leaks as noted above.
This now completes the installation. Install the wheels and torque the lug nuts to the manufacture's specification. Raise
the vehicle by the rear axle and remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle back onto the ground. Re-attach the positive battery
cable and remove the wheel chocks from the front wheels. Before proceeding, check once again to be sure you have proper
clearance around the air springs. With a load on your vehicle and the air helper springs inflated, you must have at least 1/2"
clearance around the air springs. As a general rule, the air helper springs will support approximately 25 lbs. of load for each
P.S.I. of inflation pressure (per pair). For example, 50 P.S.I. of inflation pressure will support a load of 1250 lbs. per pair of
air helper springs. FOR BEST RIDE use only enough air pressure in the air helper springs to level the vehicle when viewed
from the side (front to rear). This amount will vary depending on the load, location of load, condition of existing suspension
and personal preference.
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Too much air pressure in the air helper springs will result in a firmer ride, while too little air pressure will allow the air helper
spring to bottom out over rough conditions. Too little air pressure will also not provide the improvement in handling that is
possible. TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 10 P.S.I. IN THE AIR HELPER SPRINGS
AT ALL TIMES.
FIGURE "F"
AIR LINE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
INFLATION VALVE
FLAT WASHER
HEX NUT
VALVE CAP
BODY OF
VEHICLE
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MIN PRESSURE 10 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI
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