Rite-Ride 2485 - Manual (Page 4)

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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NOTE:
MIN PRESSURE 5 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI
lar towards the body of the fitting and then, with a pull, remove the airline tubing. Reinstall the tubing and reinflate
the air springs and check for leaks as noted above. If a leak is detected where the air fitting screws into the spring,
just screw the air fitting into the air spring until the leak stops.
This now completes the installation. Install the wheels and torque the lug nuts to the manufactures specifica-
tions. Raise the vehicle by the rear axle and remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle back onto the ground.
Reattach the negative battery cable and remove the wheel chocks from the front 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 32 lbs. of load for each psi of inflation pressure (per pair). For example, 50 psi of
inflation pressure will support a load of 1600 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 possible
improvement in handling. TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE, MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 5 P.S.I. IN THE AIR
HELPER SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.