Hotchkis 4016 2005-2013 Ford Mustang Sub Frame Connectors User Manual
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4016 05-Current Ford Mustang
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Please read the following key points before installing this kit.
1 – Before performing the subframe connector installation, the vehicle must be completely assembled
with all body and component parts installed (e.g. fenders, hood, quarterpanels, trunk, full interior,
engine, glass, etc.). Basically, the subframe connectors should be one of the last components
installed on your vehicle. Reason being is you want the vehicle settled with all of it’s own final
weight. The car’s body is always in constant tension, with forces pushing or pulling within the
chassis & body. You want to make sure these forces don’t change after you install the subframe
connectors. For example, if you installed subframe connectors before installing the engine and body
panels this may result in having misaligned fenders, door panels and/or hood later on. The car must
be in its final state before the subframe connectors are installed.
2 – The subframe connectors must be installed on an alignment rack or floor ramps (all 4 wheels).
The vehicle must be sitting on its wheels at ride height in order to install the subframe connectors.
Do not use a two-post lift, as this will load the chassis/body in the wrong points causing the chassis
to tweak.
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- Improperly installed or installed by someone other than a qualified, licensed auto mechanic experienced in the installation and removal of suspension products;
- Improperly serviced, misused, or modified, altered or subjected to abuse, negligence, accident or collision;
- Installed in any vehicle that has been modified;
- Installed on any vehicle that has carried loads in excess of automobile manufacturer suggested weight limits; or
- Installed on any vehicle that has been subject to abnormal or excessive use, including rallying, racing, or racing-type activities or off-road use.
- Did you register the product at www.hotchkis.net or via the mail-in warranty card within 30 days of purchase?
- Is the product appropriate to your application?
- Did you carefully and thoroughly read the instructions provided along with the product?
- Do you have the original invoice or sales receipt?
- Is the return date within 36 months from the purchase date?
- Are you the original purchaser?
- Was the product properly installed by a qualified, licensed auto mechanic?
- Has the product been installed on the original vehicle on which it was installed at all times?
- Is the product unmodified and clean?
- Is the reason for return a legitimate product defect?