FABTECH FTS22338 Rear Lower Link Kit Instruction Manual

FABTECH FTS22338 Rear Lower Link Kit

REAR LOWER LINK KIT

HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY

HARDWARE KIT

NOTE:
TO ORDER WEARABLE REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS DO NOT USE PART NUMBERS SHOWN ON THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET. GO TO  ABTECH WEBSITE AND LOOK UP WEARABLE REPLACEMENT PARTS TO FIND THE PROPER PART NUMBER TO ORDER.

TOOL LIST

Required Tools (Not Included)

• Basic Hand Tools
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands
• Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets, and Allen wrenches
• Torque Wrench
• Sawzall or Cut off wheel

PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES

For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800 or e-mail: [email protected].

READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN THE INSTALLATION

• Check all parts to the parts list above before beginning installation. If any parts are missing contact Fabtech at 909-597-7800 and a replacement part will be sent to you immediately.
• This suspension and shocks have been designed to be installed on a stock vehicle.
• Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the installation. If these instructions are not properly followed severe frame, driveline and / or suspension damage may occur.
• Check your local city and state laws prior to the installation of this system for legality. Do not install if not legal in your area.
• Prior to the installation of this suspension system perform a front-end alignment and record. Do not install this system if the vehicle alignment is not within factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage prior to installation.
• The installation of this suspension system should be performed by two professional mechanics.
• Installation of all fasteners requires the use of provided thread-locking compound with proper torque values as indicated throughout the installation. Apply thread locking compound upon the final torque of the fastener.
• WARNING- Installation of this system will alter the center of gravity of the vehicle and may increase rollover as compared to stock. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury or death.
• Vehicles that receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs, tie rod ends, pitman arm and idler arm every 2500- 5000 miles for wear and replacement as needed.
• Verify differential fluid is at the manufactures recommended level prior to kit installation. Installation of the kit will reposition the differential and the fill plug hole may be in a different position. (For example, if the manufacturer recommends 3 quarts of fluid, make sure the diff has 3 quarts of fluid). Check your specific manual for the correct amount of fluid.
• Read all warnings and warranties on the last page of these instructions before starting installation.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the rear end of the vehicle and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the rear wheels/tires.
2. Remove the factory rear lower link arms. Save hardware. NOTE: On the passenger side remove the nut on the frame side, then using a cut off wheel or sawzall cut the head off the bolt and remove it. SEE FIGURES 1- 2
3. Install two FT1038 (Bushings), FT30968 (Sleeve), and zerk fitting into the end of the new FT30975 (Lower link arm) using the supplied grease.
4. Install the new rear lower link arms with the supplied misalignments using the factory hardware. (Zerk fitting will be pointing down). NOTE: The bushing end will be installed on the frame side and the rod end will be installed on the axle side. Torque to 180 ft-lbs. Use thread locking compound and tighten the jam nut on the rod end. SEE FIGURE 3. The provided M16 bolt will only be used for the passenger frame mount side.
5. Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to the wheel manufacturer’s specifications.
6. Recheck all bolts for proper torque. RE-TORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS, AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER UNTIL TORQUE VALUES ARE RETAINED.
7. Check ball joints, uniballs bearings, bushings, and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replacement as required.
8. Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete the product registration card and mail it to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.
9. Review all included warnings and warranties.

Product Warranty & Warnings

Fabtech provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original retail purchaser who owns the vehicle, on which the product was originally installed, for defects in workmanship and materials.

The Limited Lifetime Warranty excludes the following Fabtech items; bushings, bump stops, ball joints, Uniball bearings, tie rod ends, limiting straps, cross shafts, heim joints, and driveshafts. These parts are subject to wear and are not considered defective when worn. They are warranted for 60 days from the date of purchase for defects in workmanship. Dirt Logic take-apart shocks are considered serviceable shocks with a 1-year warranty against any manufacturer’s defects. If a shock fails within the initial year of ownership, the owner must ship the shock to Fabtech for inspection and service. If after examination the shock is determined to have failed due to neglect, damage caused by improper installation, or any reason other than “normal wear and tear,” the owner of the shock will be responsible for all service costs. Costs include labor, parts, and shipping. Service seal kits are available separately for future maintenance. All other shocks are covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Fabtech does not warrant any product for finish, alterations, modifications, and/or installation contrary to Fabtech’s instructions. Alterations to the finish of the parts including but not limited to painting, powder coating, plating, and/or welding will void all warranties. Some finish damage may occur to parts during shipping, which is considered normal and is not covered under warranty.

Fabtech products are not designed nor intended to be installed on vehicles used in race applications or for racing purposes or for similar activities. This warranty does not include coverage for police, taxi, first responder vehicles, race vehicles, or vehicles used for government, commercial or fleet purposes. Also excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America.

Installation of most suspension products will raise the center of gravity of the vehicle and will cause the vehicle to handle differently than stock. It may increase the vehicle’s susceptibility to a rollover, on-road and off-road, at all speeds. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Oversized tires and wheels may decrease the vehicle’s braking capacity. Drivers should always brake early and be aware of the increased stopping distance of the vehicle. Drivers should adjust their driving habits to the effectiveness of the braking. Adjust your driving habits to these changes.

Failure to drive safely may result in serious injury or death to the driver and passengers. Driver and passengers must ALWAYS wear their seat belts, avoid quick sharp turns and other sudden maneuvers.

For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800 or e-mail: [email protected].

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