Rite-Ride 2253 - Manual (Page 4)

AIR LINE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
INFLATION VALVE
FLAT WASHER
HEX NUT
VALVE CAP
BODY OF
VEHICLE
the inflation valve see Figure "F".
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TEP
6 - C
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. Using a spray bottle, apply a solution of soap
and water to the fittings. If a leak is detected at an airline tubing connection then
check to make sure that the airline tube is cut as square as possible and that it is
pushed completely into the fitting. The airline tubing can easily be removed
from the fittings by exhausting all the pressure in the air springs and then pushing
the collar towards the body of the fitting and then, while still holding the collar
against the body, gently pull on the airline tubing to remove. If a leak is detected
where the air fitting screws into the air spring, screw the air 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 manufacturers specifications. Raise the
vehicle by the rear axle and remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle onto the ground. Re-attach the negative battery cable
and remove the wheel chocks from the wheels. Check one again to be sure you have proper clearance around the air springs.
With a load on your vehicle and the air springs inflated, you must have at least ½” clearance around the air springs. As a general
rule, the air helper springs will support approximately 50 lbs. of load for each psi of inflation pressure (per pair). For example,
50 psi of inflation pressure will support a load of 2500 lbs. per pair of helper springs.
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OTE
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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 not provide the improvement in handling that is possible.
TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 5 psi IN THE AIR HELPER SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.
F
IGURE
"F"
NOTE:
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.
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MIN PRESSURE 5 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI