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Get ready to install coil spring leveling kit.
1. Lift front wheel assemblies.
a. If so equipped, remove two caps (4) from front wheels (5)
b. Loosen eight lug nuts (6) each from two front wheels (5).
c. Using a hydraulic jack, slowly lift front of vehicle so that two front tires (7) are three to five inches off […]

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Step 1: Prior to lifting the vehicle it is recommended that you measure the stock height so that you have a base line measurement. Measure from the bottom of the wheel to the lip of the fender, as in Insert A. Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that […]

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Step 1: (A) Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that the front wheels are off the ground using a floor jack and jack stands or a (2) two post lift if available. Next locate the torsion key at the rear of the torsion bar under the cab of […]

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Proper installation of this kit requires knowledge of the factory recommended procedures for removal and installation of original equipment components. We recommend that the factory shop manual and any special tools needed to service your vehicle be on hand during the installation. Installation of this kit without proper knowledge of the factory recommended procedures may […]

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Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for […]

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Installation of the side strakes should taoe approximately 30 minutes per side to complete following these simple instructions. Allow yourself plenty of time. There is no need to rush and potentially make mistakes that could lead to additional work or worse, damage to your new strakes. Please read through these instructions entirely before beginning the […]

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Getting started
- Chock the other 3 wheels on both sides
- Release handbrake
- Put the gearbox into neutral
- Loosen wheel nuts
- Jack up the car
- Remove wheel nuts + wheel
- Place jack-stand under car for safety

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Always keep safety in mind when working on your vehicle. Completely read these instructions before installing the kit.
Preparing the Vehicle
1. Elevate the vehicle and secure the body with jack stands.
2. Remove the front wheels.
Strut Removal
1. Remove the four nuts securing the upper strut mounting bracket and save for later use.
NOTE: These are located inside the […]

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Position the trailer on a stable and LEVEL working surface. If possible, leave the tow vehicle hooked to the trailer in order to limit movement as well as keeping the front end supported and level. If the trailer is not supported on the tow vehicle, it MUST be blocked directly to the ground at the […]

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Installation of Hotchkis Front Sway Bar:
2. Remove Front SplashShield
Remove front lower splash shield and note the orientation of the sway bar.
3. Remove Bushing Bracket Splash Shield
Remove the plastic shield covering the drivers side sway bar bushing bracket.
4. Disconnect End Links Remove end link nuts that attach to the sway bar and push end links aside.
5. […]

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