Rite-Ride 2440 - Manual (Page 4)

If a thermal sleeve is required, simply slide the sleeve over the air line tubing to the location requiring protection.
The air line tubing should not be bent or curved sharply, as it may buckle. Secure the tubing to the vehicle with the
nylon ties provided. Push the end of the air line tubing into the inflation valve as far as possible.
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HECK THE AIR SYSTEM
Once the inflation valves are installed, inflate the air helper springs to 70 P.S.I. 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. First release the air pressure from the air springs. Push the collar towards the body of the fitting
and pull out 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 specifications.
Raise the vehicle by the front axle and remove the jack stands. Lower the vehicle back to the ground. Reattach 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 48 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 2400 lbs. per pair of air helper springs. FOR BEST RIDE use only enough air pressure in the
air helper springs to level the vehicle from front to rear, when viewed from the side. 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 5 P.S.I. IN THE
AIR HELPER SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.
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MIN PRESSURE 5 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI
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