FABTECH FTS28002 2015-2021 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 4WD Hub Spacer Kit Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- FABTECH
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FABTECH FTS28002 2015-2021 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 4WD Hub Spacer Kit
Product Information
The Mercedes Sprinter 3500 Wheel Spacer Kit is designed to provide additional clearance for larger tires and wheels. The kit includes a hardware subassembly, hardware kit, instructions sticker, driver warning decal, and registration card. The hub spacer kit (FTS28002) includes FT19007 (hub spacer), FT19012, FT19013, FT28002i, FTAS12, FTAS16, and FTREGCARD. The hardware kit includes 12 M14-1.5 x 65mm hex bolts and 1 thread locking compound.
Installation Instructions:
Tools Required:
- Basic Hand Tools
- Floor Jack
- Jack Stands
- Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets and Allen wrenches
- Torque Wrench
Pre-Installation Notes:
Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of
the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN
UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE!
Usage Instruction
Instructions:
- Remove the front tires.
- Remove the six factory bolts attaching the hub adapter to the hub. Then, remove the adapter.
- Install FT19007 (Hub Spacer) onto the hub, then reinstall the factory hub adapter using the supplied 14mm hardware and thread-locking compound. Torque to 148 ft-lbs.
- Install tires and wheels using the factory lug nuts. Torque to 120 ft-lbs.
- Turn front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance. Note – Some oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper & valance.
- Check front-end alignment and set to factory specifications. Readjust headlights.
- Recheck all bolts for proper torque. RE-TORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER UNTIL TORQUE VALUES ARE RETAINED.
- Recheck brake hoses, ABS wires and suspension parts for proper tire clearance while turning tires fully left to right.
- Check ball joints, uni balls bearings, bushings, and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replacement as required.
- Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete the product registration card and mail to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.
- Review all included warnings and warranties with the consumer.
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.
To order wearable replacement components, do not use the part numbers shown on this instruction sheet. Go to the Fabtech website and look up wearable replacement parts to find the proper part number to order. For technical assistance, call 909-597-7800 or e-mail [email protected].
| FTS28002| MERCEDES SPRINTER 3500 WHEEL SPACER
KIT
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2| FT19007| HUB SPACER
1| FT19012| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
| FT19012| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
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1| FT19013| HARDWARE KIT
1| FT28002i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FTAS12| STICKER 10X4
1| FTAS16| DRIVER WARNING DECAL
1| FTREGCARD| REGISTRATION CARD
| FT19013 – HARDWARE KIT| LOCATION
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12| M14-1.5 X 65MM HEX BOLT|
1| THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND|
NOTE:
TO ORDER WEARABLE REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS DO NOT USE PART NUMBERS SHOWN ON THIS
INSTRUCTION SHEET. GO TO FABTECH 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
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800 or e-mail: [email protected].
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN 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. This suspension must be installed with Fabtech shock
absorbers. 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, uni balls, 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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the front tires.
- Remove the six factory bolts attaching the hub adapter to the hub. Then, remove the adapter. SEE FIGURES 1-2
- Install FT19007 (Hub Spacer) onto the hub, then reinstall the factory hub adapter using the supplied 14mm hardware and thread locking compound. Torque to 148 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURES 3-4
- Install tires and wheels using the factory lug nuts. Torque to 120 ft-lbs.
- Turn the front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance. Note – Some oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper & valance.
- Check front-end alignment and set it to factory specifications. Readjust headlights.
- Recheck all bolts for proper torque. RE-TORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS, AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER UNTIL TORQUE VALUES ARE RETAINED.
- Recheck brake hoses, ABS wires, and suspension parts for proper tire clearance while turning tires fully left to right.
- Check ball joints, uni ball bearings, bushings, and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as required.
- 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.
- Review all included warnings and warranties with consumer
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800
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, and avoid quick sharp turns and other sudden maneuvers.
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Tech Line: 909-597-7800 | Fax: 909-597-7185 | Web:
www.fabtechmotorsports.com.