Rite-Ride 2488 - Manual (Page 3)

FIGURE "B"
FIGURE "C"
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REPARE THE VEHICLE
Remove the positive battery cable. With the vehicle on a
solid, level surface chock the front wheels. Raise the vehicle
by the axle and remove the rear wheels. After the removal
of the wheels lower the vehicle so the axle rests on jack stands
rated to support your vehicles weight.
Your vehicle is equipped with rubber jounce bumpers. The
bumpers are attached to the frame directly above the axle.
Remove these bumpers by unbolting from the inside of the
frame flange. This bumper will not be reused with this kit.
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2 - U
SE OF THE HEAT SHIELD
Some vehicles may require the use of a heat shield. The
shield is used to deflect heat from the air spring. A heat shield
should be used if the distance between the exhaust pipe and
the air spring is approximately 6" or less. The heat shield is
mounted between the upper bracket and the upper plate of the
air spring see Figure "C". Position the shield directly
between the closest heat source and the air spring. Ensure that the heat
shield will not interfere with the normal operation of the air spring or the
vehicle's suspension. Do not position the face of the shield directly over
the axle, as it may contact the axle on full suspension compression.
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REASSEMBLY
All pictures depict the installation on the left side unless noted. Start by
selecting one of the upper brackets see Figure "A". Install one 3/8"-16x2-
1/2" carriage bolt into the upper bracket and secure with a 3/8"-16 flange
lock nut, see Figure "A". Next, select one of the air springs and install
the push-to-connect air fitting in the top threaded hole in the air spring and
tighten securely. No additional thread sealant is required. Secure the
upper bracket to the air spring by using 3/8" -16 flanged lock nuts. Next,
select a lower bracket and secure it to the air spring assembly using two
3/8" -16 flanged lock nuts see Figures "A" & "B". Check the orientation
of both brackets before attempting installation on the vehicle.
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NSTALLATION OF THE ASSEMBLY TO THE VEHICLE
Compress the air spring to allow for ease of installation. Insert the 2-
1/2" bolt from the upper bracket assembly through the hole provided by the
removal of the jounce bumper. Place the lower bracket on top of the axle
and position it so that it is between the U-bolts that secure the axle. Once
properly positioned, fasten the upper bracket to the frame using a 3/8" -16
flanged lock nut and 3/8" washer. Next, install a 3/8"-16 x 1" hex bolt and
flat washers in the rearward hole of the upper bracket and through the
frame. Secure using a 3/8"-16 flanged lock nut and 3/8" flat washers, see
Figure "A".
Fasten the lower bracket to the axle housing using the bracket straps,
bail clamp, and 3/8" -16 flanged lock nuts, see Figures "A" & "B". The
lower bracket should fit without altering the brake lines. However, if the
brake lines are touching the bracket, it may be necessary to reposition the
line to avoid contact with the bracket. Once the assembly is in place, make
sure that no other carriage component is touching the air spring. You must
maintain a minimum of 1/2" clearance around the air spring for proper
operation.
Use a Nylon tie to secure the emergency brake line to the upper
bracket to avoid contact with the air spring. See Figure "A".
HEAT SHIELD
AIR HOSE
INFLATION
VALVES
BUMPER
AIR
SPRINGS
FIGURE "D"
FIGURE "E"
AIR LINE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
INFLATION VALVE
FLAT WASHER
HEX NUT
VALVE CAP
BODY OF
VEHICLE