ROUGH COUNTRY 921401000C 1.5 Inch Lift Kit Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
Rough Country

ROUGH COUNTRY 921401000C 1.5 Inch Lift Kit

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Product Information

  • Product Name: FORD 2021 Bronco Sport 1.5 Lift Kit
  • Model Number: 921401000C

Thank you for choosing Rough Country for all your vehicle needs. Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassembly/reassembly procedures as well as post-installation checks must be known. Attempts to install this system without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.

  • The taller a vehicle is, the easier it will roll. We strongly recommend, because of rollover possibility, that seat belts and shoulder harnesses should be worn at all times. Avoid situations where a side rollover may occur.
  • Generally, braking performance and capability are decreased when larger/heavier tires and wheels are used. Take this into consideration while driving. Do not add, alter, or fabricate any factory or after-market parts to increase vehicle height over the intended height of the Rough Country product purchased. Mixing component brands is not recommended.
  • Rough Country makes no claims regarding lifting devices and excludes any and all implied claims. We will not be responsible for any product that is altered. If questions exist, we will be happy to answer them concerning the design, function, and correct use of our products.
  • The suspension system was developed using a 245-65/17 tire with 17 x 8 wheels with +38mm Offset. The lifts were designed to lift the front to level the vehicle. Due to manufacturing, dimension variances, and inflation, all tire and wheel combinations should be tested prior to installation on all oversized/wider-than-stock tires.

Dealer and Vehicle Owner
Any vehicle equipped with any Rough Country product should have a Warning to Driver decal installed on the inside of the windshield or on the vehicle’s dash. The decal should act as a constant reminder for whoever is operating the vehicle of its unique handling characteristics.

Torque Specs

Size Grade 5 Grade 8
5/16 15 ft/lbs 20 ft/lbs
3/8 30 ft/lbs 35 ft/lbs
7/16 45 ft/lbs 60 ft/lbs
1/2 65 ft/lbs 90 ft/lbs
9/16 95 ft/lbs 130 ft/lbs
5/8 135 ft/lbs 175 ft/lbs
3/4 185 ft/lbs 280 ft/lbs
Size Class 8.8 Class 10.9
--- --- ---
6MM 5 ft/lbs 9 ft/lbs
8MM 18 ft/lbs 23 ft/lbs
10MM 32 ft/lbs 45 ft/lbs
12MM 55 ft/lbs 75 ft/lbs
14MM 85 ft/lbs 120 ft/lbs
16MM 130 ft/lbs 165 ft/lbs
18MM 170 ft/lbs 240 ft/lbs

Kit Contents

  • Front Strut Spacer x2
  • Front Swaybar Links x2
  • Front Swaybar Bracket x2
  • Rear Coil Spacer x2
  • Rear Trailing Arm Drop Spacer x4

Tools Needed

  • 8MM Socket/Wrench
  • 10MM Socket/Wrench
  • 13MM Socket/Wrench
  • 15MM Socket/Wrench
  • 18MM Socket/Wrench
  • 19MM Socket/Wrench
  • 21MM Socket/Wrench
  • T40 Torx Bit
  • Trim remover tool
  • Sander

Hardware Included

  • 8MM-1.25x25MM Bolts x6
  • 5/16 Flat Washers x6
  • 5/16 Lock Washers x6
  • 14MM-2.0x60MM Bolts x4
  • 9/16 Flat Washer x4
  • 9/16 Lock Washer x4
  • 12MM-1.75x35MM Bolts x2
  • 12MM-1.75 Flange Lock Nut x2
  • 1/2-20 Jam Nuts x4

Product Usage Instructions

Front Installation Instructions:

  1. Lift the hood and remove the clips securing the wiper cowl. See Photo 1.
  2. Lift up the cowl and remove the bolts for the upper strut cover using a 10mm wrench. See Photo 2.

Thank you for choosing Rough Country for all your vehicle needs.
Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassembly/reassembly procedures as well as post-installation checks must be known. Attempts to install this system without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.

Please read the instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware against the parts list. Be sure you have all the needed parts and know where they go. Also please review the tools needed list and make sure you have the needed tools. If a question exists, please call us at @1-800-222-7023. We will be happy to answer any questions concerning this product. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure adequate clearance between all components.
Periodically check all hardware for tightness.

PRODUCT USE INFORMATION

WARNING:

  • The taller a vehicle is, the easier it will roll. We strongly recommend, because of the rollover possibility that seat belts and shoulder harnesses should be worn at all times. Avoid situations where a side rollover may occur.
  • Generally, braking performance and capability are decreased when larger/heavier tires and wheels are used. Take this into consideration while driving. Do not add, alter, or fabricate any factory or after-market parts to increase vehicle height over the intended height of the Rough Country product purchased. Mixing component brands is not recommended.
  • Rough Country makes no claims regarding lifting devices and excludes any and all implied claims. We will not be responsible for any product that is altered. If questions exist we will be happy to answer them concerning the design, function, and correct use of our products.

The suspension system was developed using a 245-65/17 tire with 17 x 8 wheels with +38mm Offset. The lifts were designed to lift the front to level the vehicle. Due to manufacturing, dimension variances, and inflation all tire and wheel combinations should be tested prior to installation on all oversized /wider-than-stock tires

NOTICE

DEALER AND VEHICLE OWNER
Any vehicle equipped with any Rough Country product should have a “Warning to Driver” decal installed on the inside of the windshield or on the vehicle’s dash. The decal should act as a constant reminder for whoever is operating the vehicle of its unique handling characteristics.

Torque Specs

Size Grade 5 Grade 8 Size Class 8.8 Class 10.9
5/16” 15 ft/lbs 20ft/lbs 6MM 5ft/lbs 9ft/lbs
3/8” 30 ft/lbs 35ft/lbs 8MM 18ft/lbs 23ft/lbs
7/16” 45 ft/lbs 60ft/lbs 10MM 32ft/lbs 45ft/lbs
1/2” 65 ft/lbs 90ft/lbs 12MM 55ft/lbs 75ft/lbs
9/16” 95 ft/lbs 130ft/lbs 14MM 85ft/lbs 120ft/lbs
5/8” 135ft/lbs 175ft/lbs 16MM 130ft/lbs 165ft/lbs
3/4” 185ft/lbs 280ft/lbs 18MM 170ft/lbs 240ft/lbs

Kit Contents

  • Front Strut Spacer x2
  • Front Swaybar Links x2
  • Front Swaybar Bracket x2
  • Rear Coil Spacer x2
  • Rear Trailing Arm Drop Spacer x4

Tools Needed

  • 8MM Socket/Wrench
  • 10MM Socket/Wrench
  • 13MM Socket/Wrench
  • 15MM Socket/Wrench
  • 18MM Socket/Wrench
  • 19MM Socket/Wrench
  • 21MM Socket/Wrench
  • T40 Torx Bit
  • Trim remover tool
  • Sander

Hardware Included

  • 8MM-1.25x25MM Bolts x6
  • 5/16” Flat Washers x6
  • 5/16” Lock Washers x6
  • 14MM-2.0x60MM Bolts x4
  • 9/16” Flat Washer x4
  • 9/16” Lock Washer x4
  • 12MM-1.75x35MM Bolts x2
  • 12MM-1.75 Flange Lock Nut x2
  • 1/2”-20 Jam Nuts x4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTONS

FRONT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTONS

  1. Lift the hood and remove the clips securing the wiper cowl. See Photo 1.

  2. Lift up the cowl and remove the bolts for the upper strut cover using a 10mm wrench. See Photo 2.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(1\)

  3. Remove the upper strut cover. See Photo 3.

  4. Jack up the vehicle and sit on jack stands. Remove the wheels.

  5. Remove the tie rod end using a 15mm socket/wrench. See Photo 4.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(2\)

  6. Remove the swaybar link using an 18mm socket/wrench. See Photo 5.

  7. Remove the ABS wire push pin from the knuckle using a trim remover tool. See Photo 6.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(3\)

  8. Slide the ABS wire off the bracket from the frame. See Photo 7.

  9. Remove the brake line bracket using an 8mm wrench. See Photo 8.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(4\)

  10. Remove the nuts on the knuckle using a 21mm socket/wrench. See Photo 9.

  11. Strike bolts with a hammer to remove. See Photo 10.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(5\)

  12. Remove the swaybar link using an 18mm wrench and a T40 Torx bit. See Photo 11 and Photo 12.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(6\)

  13. Remove upper strut bolts using a 13mm socket and remove the strut from the vehicle. See Photo 13.

  14. Install the Front Strut Spacer using stock hardware. See Photo 14.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(7\)

  15. Grind down the edge of the lower strut using a sanding disk. See Photo 15 and Photo 16.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(8\)

  16. Install the strut with spacer using the supplied 8MM-1.25x25MM bolt and flat washer and lock washer. Tighten using a 13mm socket. See Photo 17.

  17. Install the supplied sway bar link drop bracket and link using the supplied 12MM-1.75x35MM bolts and flange nuts. See Photo 18.
    NOTE: Make sure the flat side of the bracket is supported by the strut body.

  18. Tighten using two 19MM sockets/wrenches on the bracket. See Photo 19.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(10\)

  19. Install the upper swaybar link using a 19MM socket/wrench. See Photo 20.

  20. Install the lower swaybar link using two 15MM sockets/wrenches. See Photo 23.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(11\)

  21. Reinstall the bolts for the knuckle.

  22. Reinstall the tie-rod end.

  23. Reinstall the brake line bracket.

  24. Reinstall the ABS push pin.

  25. Reinstall the upper strut cover and cowl.

REAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Jack up the rear of the vehicle and place it on jack stands. Remove the rear wheels.
  2. Remove the upper swaybar link nut using an 18MM wrench and T40 Torx bit. See Photo 1.
  3. Remove the lower shock bolt using a 15mm socket/wrench. See Photo 2.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(12\)
  4. Remove two bolts holding the sound-dampening liner and let it hang down to more easily access the trailing arm. See Photo 3.
  5. Loosen (NOT remove) the upper control arm bolt on the knuckle using a 15MM socket/wrench. See Photo 4.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(13\)
  6. Loosen (NOT remove) the trailing arm bolt on the knuckle using a 15MM socket/wrench. See Photo 5.
  7. Remove the lower control arm bolt on the knuckle using a 15MM socket/wrench. See Photo 6.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(14\)
  8. Let the lower control arm hang and remove the spring. See Photo 7.
  9. Remove the trailing arm bolts on the frame. See Photo 8.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(15\)
  10. Install a trailing arm Drop Spacer between the frame and the trailing arm. See Photo 9.
  11. Install the trailing arm with the Drop Spacer using the supplied 14MM-2.0x60MM bolts and 9/16” flat washers and lock washers. Tighten using a 21MM socket/wrench. See Photo 10.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(16\)
  12. Remove the rubber spring seat with a flathead screwdriver. See Photo 11.
  13. Align the rubber spring seat with the Rear Coil Spacer and reinstall on lower control arm. See Photo 12.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(17\)
  14. Install the spring on the Rear Coil Spacer and rubber spring seat. See Photo 13.
  15. Reinstall the upper and lower control arms and trailing arm to the knuckle. NOTE: You may need to use a jack to install the control arms. See Photo 14.ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(18\)
  16. Reinstall the sound-dampening liner.
  17. Reinstall the shock.
  18. Reinstall the swaybar link.
  19. Put on wheels and lower.

ROUGH-COUNTRY-921401000C-1-5-Inch-Lift-Kit-fig- \(19\)

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