Rite-Ride 2564 - Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations — your new Ride-Rite Air Helper
Springs are quality products capable of improving the
handling and comfort of your vehicle. As with all prod-
ucts, proper installation is the key to obtaining all of the
benefits your kit is capable of delivering. Please take
a few minutes to read through the instructions to iden-
tify the components and learn where and how they are
used. It is a good idea to start by comparing the parts in
your kit with the parts list below.
The heart of the Ride-Rite kit is, of course, the air
helper springs. Remember that the air helper springs
must flex and expand during operation, so be sure that
there is enough clearance to do so without rubbing
against any other part of the vehicle.
Be sure to take all applicable safety precautions
during the installation of the kit. The instructions listed
in this brochure and the illustrations all show the left,
or driver’s side of the vehicle. To install the right side
assembly simply follow the same procedures.
Your kit includes separate inflation valves and air
lines for each air helper spring. This will allow you to
level your vehicle from side to side as well as from front
to back. If you would rather have a single valve inflation
system, your dealer can supply the required “T” fitting.
IMPORTANT!
For your safety and to prevent possible damage to
your vehicle, do not exceed the maximum load rec-
ommended by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR).
Although your Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs are rated
at a maximum inflation pressure of 100 P.S.I., this pres-
sure may allow you to carry too great a load on some
vehicles. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for maxi-
mum loads listed for your vehicle.
When inflating your Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs,
add air pressure in small quantities, checking pressure
frequently during inflation. The air spring requires much
less air volume than a tire and, therefore, inflates much
quicker.
WARNING:
Do not inflate this assembly when it is
unrestricted. The assembly must be restricted
by the suspension or other adequate structure.
Do not inflate beyond 100 P.S.I. Improper use
or over inflation may cause property damage
or severe personal injury.
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286C AIR SPRING 6766 2
UPPER BRACKET 5769 2
LOWER BRACKET 5768 2
BRACKET STRAP 1163 2
HEAT SHIELD 1004 1
BAIL CLAMP 6.5 X 4.38 X 2.0 3373 2
AIR TUBING (18 FT) 1
1/8 NPT MALE FITTING 3055 2
INFLATION VALVE PTC 3032 2
1/4-20 UNC-2A X 1-1/2 HHCS 4
1/4-20 UNC NYLON INSERT HEX NUT 4
1/4 FLAT WASHER 8
3/8-16 X 4" CARRIAGE BOLT 4
3/8-16 X 3/4" FLANGE BOLT 2
3/8-16 FLANGE LOCK NUT 8
5/8-18 HEX NUT W/LOCTITE 2
THERMAL SLEEVE 2
NYLON TIE 6
PARTS LIST HARDWARE PACK (A21-760-2557)