Rite-Ride 2565 User Manual

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the tube. If a leak is detected where the fitting screws into the spring, 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 manufacturer's specifica-

tions. Raise the vehicle by the rear axle and remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle back onto the ground.

Re-attach the negative battery cable and remove the wheel chocks from the 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 40 lbs. of load for each psi of inflation pressure (per pair). For example, 50 psi of

inflation pressure will support a load of 2000 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.

NOTE:

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 psi IN THE AIR

HELPER SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.

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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NOTE:

MIN PRESSURE

10 PSI

MAX PRESSURE (LOADED)

100 PSI

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