ROUGH COUNTRY GMC Sierra 1500 7 Inch Lift Kit

Product Information

• Product Name : GM 2014-18 4WD 1500 7 Knuckle Kit
• Model Number: 921174000B

Important Note
The electric power steering must be unplugged before any of the steering components are removed. Failure to do so may cause damage to the electric power steering.

Warning
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.

Tools Needed

• 24mm socket / wrench
• Floor Jack / Jack Stands
• 19mm socket / wrench
• 8mm Allen Socket
• 35mm socket
• 10mm socket / wrench
• 1/2 socket / wrench
• 11mm socket / wrench
• 9/16 socket / wrench
• 13mm socket / wrench

• 30 Torx bit

• 15mm socket / wrench
• Reciprocating Saw
• 17mm socket / wrench
• Drill
• 18mm socket / wrench
• 9/16 Drill Bit
• 21mm socket / wrench
• Hand Grinder
• 22mm socket / wrench
• Strut Compressor

Torque Specs

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before starting any work, ensure that the electric power steering is unplugged to avoid damage.
2. Install the Warning to Driver decal on the inside of the windshield or on the vehicle’s dash as a constant reminder for the operator.
3. Use the specified tools mentioned in the manual for the installation process.
4. Follow the torque specifications provided for tightening various bolts and nuts.
5. For specific models and configurations, refer to the Kit Boxes section in the manual for the required components.
6. Install the components according to the instructions provided in the respective Kit Boxes section.

Note: The manual does not provide detailed step-by-step instructions for installation. It is recommended to consult a professional or refer to additional resources for a complete and accurate installation process.

Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs.
Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassemble/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 instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware against the parts list on the rear cover of these instructions. Be sure you have all needed parts and know where they go. Also please review tools needed list and make sure you have needed tools.

PRODUCT USE INFORMATION

As a general rule, the taller a vehicle is, the easier it will roll. 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 de-creased when larger/heavier tires and wheels are used. Take this into consideration while driving. Do not add, alter, or fabri-cate any factory or after-market parts to increase vehicle height over the intended height of the Rough Country product pur-chased. 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 responsi-ble for any product that is altered. If question exist we will be happy to answer any questions concerning the design, func-tion, and correct use of our products.

Notice
The electric power steering must be unplugged before any of the steering components are removed. Failure to do so may cause damage to the electric power steering.

Notice
Trucks equipped with a mass damper on the front diff, the damper will have to be removed.
This kit is packaged as a leveling kit—raising the front 7” and the back 5.75”. If you desire a different look or if the vehicle has a tool box or added weight in the rear, please consult with your sales representative about other block and u-bolt op-tions.

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.

Tools Needed

• Floor Jack /Jack Stands
• 8mm Allen Socket
• 10mm socket /wrench
• 11mm socket /wrench
• 13 mm socket/wrench
• 15mm socket / wrench
• 17mm socket/wrench
• 18mm socket /wrench
• 21mm socket /wrench
• 22mm socket /wrench
• 24mm socket /wrench
• 19mm socket /wrench
• 35mm socket
• 1/2” socket/wrench
• 9/16” socket /wrench

• 30 Torx bit Reciprocating Saw Drill

• 9/16” Drill Bit
• Hand Grinder
• Strut Compressor

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 18ft/lbs 23 ft/lbs
• 10MM 32ft/lbs 45ft/lbs
• 12MM 55ft/lbs 75ft/lbs
• 14MM 85ft/lbs 120ft/lbs
• 16MM 130ft/lbs 165ft/lbs
• 18MM 170ft/lbs 240ft/lbs

Kit Boxes
Stamped Steel & Aluminum LCA Models

17431 (7” Kit w/ N3 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 174BOX2
• 17430BOX2
• 17430BOX11
• 17430BOX12

17432 (7” Kit w/ N3 Struts & N3 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 17430BOX11
• 17430BOX12 23023
• 20158 x 2

17450 (7” Kit w/ Fr & RR Vertex Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 17430BOX11
• 17430BOX12
• 680001-2 x 2
• 690001 x 2

17470 (7” Kit w/ V2 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 174BOX3
• 17430BOX2
• 17430BOX11
• 17430BOX12
• 760748

17471 (7” Kit w/ N3 Struts & V2 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 17430box11
• 17430box12 23023
• 760748

17457 (7” Kit w/ Vertex Coil overs & V2 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 17430box11
• 17430box12
• 680001-2 x 2
• 760748

Cast Steel LCA Models

22832 (7” Kit w/ N3 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 174BOX2
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5

22832 (7” Kit w/ N3 Struts & N3 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5
• 23023
• 20158 x 2

22851 (7” Kit w/ Fr & RR Vertex Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5
• 680001-2 x 2
• 690001 x 2

22870 (7” Kit w/ V2 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 174BOX3
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5
• 760748

22871 (7” Kit w/ N3 Struts & V2 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5
• 23023
• 760748

22857 (7” Kit w/ Vertex Coil overs & V2 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5
• 680001-2 x 2
• 760748

Denali Kit Boxes

18102 (7” Kit w/ N3 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 17430BOX11
• 17430BOX12
• 174BOX3
• 188BOX9

18802 (7” Kit w/ N3 Rr Shocks)

• 174BOX1
• 17430BOX2
• 1237BOX5
• 174BOX3
• 188BOX9

Box Kit

• 174BOX1
• Dr Diff Drop Bracket-1
• Pass Diff Drop Bracket-1
• Front Diff Mount-1
• Center Diff Bracket-1
• Sway Bar Drop Brackets-2
• Sway Links-2
• Tie Rod Ends-2
• CV Spacers-2
• U-Bolts-4
• Rear Blocks-2
• Lower Skid Plate-1
• E-Brake Bracket-1
• Front Brake Brackets-2
• Rear Brake Line Bracket-1
• 1229BAG2
• 1272BAG3
• 1229BAG3
• 1290BAG6
• 1263BAG2
• 9/16BAG
• 17430BOX2
• Front Crossmember-1
• Rear Crossmember-1
• 174BOX3
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-1
• Strut Spacers-2
• 17430BOX11 (18102 Only)
• Driver Knuckle-1
• 17430BOX12 (18102 Only)
• Passenger Knuckle-1
• 1237BOX5 (18802 Only)
• Dr & Pass Knuckles-1
• 188BOX9
• 183BAG2-1
• 188BAG1-1
• Magneride Rear Shock Relocation Bracket-2
• Denali Rear Shock Bracket-1

Kit Bags

• 174INSTRBAG2
• Instruction Sheet-1
• Warning to Driver Sticker-1
• 1229BAG2-Front Kit Bag
• For Sway Bar Drop Brackets
• 10mm x 35mm Bolts-4
• 10mm Nylock Nuts-4
• 3/8” Flat Washers-8

For Differential Drop Brackets

• 14mm x 10mm Bolt-1
• 9/16” Flat Washers-4
• 14mm Nylock Nuts-2
• 14mm x 110mm Bolt-1
• 1/2” x 1.25” Bolts-2
• 1/2” Flat Washers-4
• 1/2” Nylock Nuts-2

For Skid Plates

• 3/8” Flat Washers-12
• 3/8” x 1.25” Bolts-4
• 3/8” Lock Washers-8
• 3/8” x 3.75” Bolts-2
• 3/8” Nylock Nuts-2

For Front Differential

• 3/16” Vent Hose-1
• 3/16” Vent Tube Connector-1
• 1272BAG3-CV Spacer Bag
• 10mm x 65mm Socket Head Bolts
• 1229BAG3-Crossmember Bag
• 9/16” x 4.5” Bolts-2
• 9/16” x 5.5” Bolts-2
• Flat Washers-8
• 9/16” Nylock Nuts-4

Kit Bags

• 1290BAG6-Bag
• 10mm x 35mm Bolts-4
• 10mm Nylock Nuts-4
• Flat Washers-4
• 5/16” x 1” Bolts-5
• 5/16” Toplock Nuts-5
• 5/16” Flat Washers-10
• 1263BAG2-Anti Wrap U-bolt Bag
• 7/16” x 3 1/8” x 3 1/4” Square U-bolt-4
• 7/16” Washer-8
• 7/16 Nylock-8
• 9/16BAG-U-bolt Bag
• 9/16” Washers-8
• 9/16” Nuts-8
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-Upper Strut Spacer Bag
• 10mm Stud-6
• 10mm Lock Washer-6
• 10mm Nut-7
• 1/2” Jam Nut-1
• 183BAG2 For Rear Shock Brackets
• Square Shock Bracket Washer-2
• 14mm-2.0 x 85mm Hex Bolt-2
• 14mm-2.0mm Nylock Nut-2
• 9/16 Flat Washer-4
• 1/2-13 x 1.5 Hex Head Bolt-2
• 1/2” flat Washer-2
• 188BAG1 For Front Upper Arms
• Front Magneride Sensor –
• Relocation Bracket-2
• 6mm-1.0 Nylock Nut-2
• 6mm-1.0 x 16mm Hex Head Bolt-2

Box Kit

• 174BOX1 or 17450BOX1
• Dr Diff Drop Bracket-1
• Pass Diff Drop Bracket-1
• Front Diff Mount-1
• Center Diff Bracket-1
• Sway Bar Drop Brackets-2
• Sway Links-2
• Tie Rod Ends-2
• CV Spacers-2
• U-Bolts-4
• Rear Blocks-2
• Lower Skid Plate-1
• E-Brake Bracket-1
• Front Brake Brackets-2
• Rear Brake Line Bracket-1
• 1229BAG2
• 1272BAG3
• 1229BAG3
• 1290BAG6
• 1263BAG2
• 9/16BAG
• 17430BOX2
• Front Crossmember-1
• Rear Crossmember-1
• 174BOX3
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-1
• Strut Spacers-2
• 17430BOX11
• Driver Knuckle-1
• 17430BOX12
• Passenger Knuckle-1
• 20158-Rear N3 Shock
• 23023-N3 Strut
• 760748-Rear V2 Shock
• 680001-2-Vertex Coilover
• 690001-Rear Vertex Shock

Kit Bags

• 174INSTRBAG2
• Instruction Sheet-1
• Warning to Driver Sticker-1
• 1290BAG6-Bag
• 10mm x 35mm Bolts-4
• 10mm Nylock Nuts-4
• Flat Washers-4
• 5/16” x 1” Bolts-5
• 5/16” Toplock Nuts-5
• 5/16” Flat Washers-10
• 1229BAG2-Front Kit Bag

For Sway Bar Drop Brackets

• 10mm x 35mm Bolts-4
• 10mm Nylock Nuts-4
• 3/8” Flat Washers-8

For Differential Drop Brackets

• 14mm x 10mm Bolt-1
• 9/16” Flat Washers-4
• 14mm Nylock Nuts-2
• 14mm x 110mm Bolt-1
• 1/2” x 1.25” Bolts-2
• 1/2” Flat Washers-4
• 1/2” Nylock Nuts-2

For Skid Plates

• 3/8” Flat Washers-12
• 3/8” x 1.25” Bolts-4
• 3/8” Lock Washers-8
• 3/8” x 3.75” Bolts-2
• 3/8” Nylock Nuts-2

For Front Differential

• 3/16” Vent Hose-1
• 3/16” Vent Tube Connector-1
• 1272BAG3-CV Spacer Bag
• 10mm x 65mm Socket Head Bolts

Kit Bags
1229BAG3-Crossmember Bag

• 9/16” x 4.5” Bolts-2
• 9/16” x 5.5” Bolts-2
• Flat Washers-8
• 9/16” Nylock Nuts-4
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-Upper Strut Spacer Bag
• 10mm Stud-6
• 10mm Lock Washer-6
• 10mm Nut-7
• 1/2” Jam Nut-1
• 9/16BAG-U-bolt Bag
• 9/16” Washers-8
• 9/16” Nuts-8
• 1263BAG2-Anti Wrap U-bolt Bag
• 7/16” x 3 1/8” x 3 1/4” Square U-bolt-4
• 7/16” Washer-8
• 7/16 Nylock-8

Box Kit
174BOX1 or 122850BOX3

• Dr Diff Drop Bracket-1
• Pass Diff Drop Bracket-1
• Front Diff Mount-1
• Center Diff Bracket-1
• Sway Bar Drop Brackets-2
• Sway Links-2
• Tie Rod Ends-2
• CV Spacers-2
• U-Bolts-4
• Rear Blocks-2
• Lower Skid Plate-1
• E-Brake Bracket-1
• Front Brake Brackets-2
• Rear Brake Line Bracket-1
• 1229BAG2
• 1272BAG3
• 1229BAG3
• 1290BAG6
• 1263BAG2
• 9/16BAG
• 17430BOX2
• Front Crossmember-1
• Rear Crossmember-1
• 174BOX2
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-1
• Strut Spacers-2
• Rear N3 Shocks-2
• 174BOX3
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-1
• Strut Spacers-2
• 1237BOX5
• Driver Knuckle-1
• Passenger Knuckle-1
• 20158-Rear N3 Shock
• 23023-N3 Strut
• 760748-Rear V2 Shock
• 680001-2-Vertex Coilover
• 690001-Rear Vertex Shock

Kit Bags

174INSTRBAG2

• Instruction Sheet-1
• Warning to Driver Sticker-1
• 1290BAG6-Bag
• 10mm x 35mm Bolts-4
• 10mm Nylock Nuts-4
• Flat Washers-4
• 5/16” x 1” Bolts-5
• 5/16” Top lock Nuts-5
• 5/16” Flat Washers-10
• 1229BAG2-Front Kit Bag

For Sway Bar Drop Brackets

• 10mm x 35mm Bolts-4
• 10mm Nylock Nuts-4
• 3/8” Flat Washers-8

For Differential Drop Brackets

• 14mm x 10mm Bolt-1
• 9/16” Flat Washers-4
• 14mm Nylock Nuts-2
• 14mm x 110mm Bolt-1
• 1/2” x 1.25” Bolts-2
• 1/2” Flat Washers-4
• 1/2” Nylock Nuts-2

For Skid Plates:

• 3/8” Flat Washers-12
• 3/8” x 1.25” Bolts-4
• 3/8” Lock Washers-8
• 3/8” x 3.75” Bolts-2
• 3/8” Nylock Nuts-2

For Front Differential

• 3/16” Vent Hose-1
• 3/16” Vent Tube Connector-1
• 1272BAG3-CV Spacer Bag
• 10mm x 65mm Socket Head Bolts

Kit Bags

1229BAG3-Crossmember Bag

• 9/16” x 4.5” Bolts-2
• 9/16” x 5.5” Bolts-2
• Flat Washers-8
• 9/16” Nylock Nuts-4
• 10MMSTUDBAG-1-Upper Strut Spacer Bag
• 10mm Stud-6
• 10mm Lock Washer-6
• 10mm Nut-7
• 1/2” Jam Nut-1
• 9/16BAG-U-bolt Bag
• 9/16” Washers-8
• 9/16” Nuts-8
• 1263BAG2-Anti Wrap U-bolt Bag
• 7/16” x 3 1/8” x 3 1/4” Square U-bolt-4
• 7/16” Washer-8
• 7/16 Nylock-8

KIT CONTENT

Denali w/ MagneRide Kit Contents

FRONT INSTALLATION

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and chock the rear wheels. Raise the hood and disconnect the battery using a 10mm socket. Lock the steering wheel in the straight position.

2. Jack up the front of the vehicle. Place jack stands under the frame rails and lower onto jack stands letting the front sus-pension hang.

3. Remove the tires and wheels. Remove the 6 bolts holding the factory skid plate using a 15mm socket. Unplug the two connectors going to the electric power steering wiring harness behind the front skid plate. See Photo 1.

4. Remove and unplug the ABS sensor wire from the frame as shown in Photo 2.

5. Remove the sensor wire from the plastic clip. Remove the brake line bracket from the control arm using a 10mm wrench. See Photo 3. Next remove the bracket line bracket from the control arm pocket with a 13mm wrench.

6. Using a 21mm wrench, remove the tie-rod nut as shown in Photo 4. Strike the front of the mount to dislodge the tie rod end. Remove from the knuckle.

7. Remove the brake caliper using a 18mm socket. Hang the caliper out of the way and remove the rotor using a 30 torx socket. See Photo 5.

8. Use a 10mm socket to remove the ABS bracket from the top side of the knuckle.

9. Remove the dust cap and then remove the axle nut using a 35mm socket.

10. Remove the upper ball joint using a 18mm socket and separate using a hammer and striking the knuckle on the side as shown in Photo 6.

11. Remove the lower ball joint using a 24mm socket and separate with a hammer as shown in Photo 7. Next remove the knuckle from the truck.

12. Using a 15mm wrench and socket remove the sway bar links from the truck. See Photo 8.

13. Remove the lower strut bolts using a 15mm socket as shown in Photo 9 and remove the upper strut nuts using a 18mm wrench. Remove the strut from the truck.

14. Remove CV axle bolts using a 15mm socket. See Photo 10.

15. Using a 10mm socket remove the sway bar from the bottom of the frame. See Photo 11.

16. Remove the lower control arm using a 18mm wrench and a 24mm socket. See Photo 12.

17. Using a 18mm wrench and socket remove the factory lower rear cross-member. See Photo 13.

18. Using a 11mm socket remove the driveshaft from the front diff . See Photo 14. Unplug the actuator wire from diff, remove wire loom from diff, and remove vent tube from diff.

19. Make sure the steering wheel is straight, mark the steering shaft and pinion shaft as shown in Photo 15. Use a 11mm socket to remove the connecting bolt. With a jack support the rack and pinion, using a 24mm and 18mm socket remove the bolts form the rack and pinion mounts. Carefully lower the rack and pinion down making sure no wires are in harms way. Now you can remove the diff, use a 18mm and 21mm socket remove the bolts from diff. lower diff from truck.

20. Mark the front and rear sides of the driver and passenger side rear control arm pocket, measure 3 3/8” from the end and cut off the factory crossmember mount. See Photo 16 & 17.

21. On the driver and passenger side rear control arm pocket cut the front lip off flush with the pocket 1.0” past the control arm hole . Sand edges and paint to prevent rust. See Photo 18.

22. On the passenger side of the diff cut the front ear off using a saw-zall or cut off wheel. Cut flush with the flat areas on the diff and grind smooth. See Photo 19.

23. Re-install the rack and pinion with factory hardware using a 24mm and 18mm sockets. Make sure to align the marks on the steering shaft. Install the passenger side diff drop bracket with the supplied 12mm flange locks on the factory studs. Tighten with a 18mm wrench. See Photo 20. Torque all hardware to factory specs.

24. Install the driver side diff drop bracket with the factory bolts and torque to factory specs with a 18mm socket. See Pho-to 21.

25. Install the diff using the supplied 12mm bolts and flange nuts on the driver side and 12mm bolts with stock nuts on the passenger side. Do not tighten at this time.

26. Install front crossmember using new 5/8” x 4.5” bolts, washer, and nuts. Hand tighten. See Photo 22.

27. Install center diff drop mounting bracket using the supplied 1/2” x 1.0” bolts and nuts to the front crossmember. Tighten with a 3/4” socket and wrench. See Photo 23. Torque to 90ft-lbs.

28. Remove the 3 bolts on the diff as shown in Photo 24. Next install the center diff bracket with the 3
    factory bolts remove earlier and attach the bracket to the diff mount with the supplied 14mm x 85mm bolt, washers, and lock nut. Tighten using 18mm, 19mm, and 21mm socket and wrenches. See Photo 24. Torque factory hardware to factory specs. Torque 14mm hardware to 85ft-lbs.

29. After installing the diff, torque all diff bolts. See Photo 25. Make sure the diff on the passenger side clears the rack and pinion and no wires are pinched between the diff and the rack. Plug in the vent tube extension and the 4×4 actuator.

30. Install the driveshaft using stock hardware and a 11mm wrench to tighten. See Photo 26. Torque to factory specs.

31. Install the rear crossmember with the supplied 5/8” x 5.5” bolts. Hand tighten.

32. Install the factory lower control arm with stock hardware. Hand tighten. Now tighten the 5/8” bolts that secures the crossmembers to the frame with a 24mm wrench. See Photo 27. Torque to 175ft-lbs.

33. Install sway-bar drop bracket using 10mm x 35 mm bolts and washers. Tighten using 17mm wrench. See Photo 28. Install sway-bar using stock bolt with new 10mm nuts. See Photo 29. Use a 10mm socket and 17mm wrench to tighten. Install stock sway-bar link using a 15mm to tighten. Torque to 35ft-lbs.

34. Install the CV spacer as shown in Photo 30 between the axle shaft and the differential. Secure with the supplied 10mm x 65mm allen head bolts with a 8mm allen socket to tighten. Torque to 35ft-lbs.

35. Install the supplied sway bar link using the supplied nuts. Do Not use an Impact!!! Torque to 90ft-lbs using a 19mm wrench and 21mm socket. Do Not use an Impact!!! See photo 31.

36. On the factory knuckles, remove the bearing assembly using a 15mm wrench. Next the brake shroud must be trimmed to allow the caliper to install on the new knuckle. Mark the dust shroud as shown in Photo 32 and trim. Install the facto-ry bearing and dust shroud into the new supplied knuckle. Tighten with a 15mm wrench. See Photo 33. Torque to fac-tory specs.

37. Install brake line drop bracket to the frame using stock hardware. Next secure factory brake line mount to the new drop bracket using the supplied 5/16” x 1” bolts, washers, and nuts. See Photo 34. Use a13mm wrench and socket to tighten. Torque to 35ft-lbs.

38. If installing the Rough Country lifted struts (23023) or Vertex coilovers (680001-2) refer to the instruc-tions included with the strut and skip to step 42.

39. Press in the 10mm studs into the strut spacer. Install strut spacer on to strut using stock hardware and a 18mm wrench to tighten.

40. Install strut into truck using the supplied 10mm nuts and lock washers. Use a 9/16” wrench to tighten. See Photo 35.

41. Use stock hardware for lower strut mount and use a 15mm wrench to tighten lower strut bolts. Torque to factory specs.

42. Remove the ABS wire from the brake line clip and remove the brake line from the bracket using a flat head screw driver and trim as shown in Photo 36. Reinstall the modified bracket on the stock control arm with the stock hardware and rein-stall the ABS wire in the clip.

43. Install knuckles using stock hardware. See Photo 37. Use a 24mm for lower ball joint a 18mm for upper joint and a 35mm for axle nut. Install rotor and install bolt using a 30mm torx socket. Install the brake caliper using a 18mm socket for the bolts. Torque to factory specs.

44. Install the supplied tie rod ends on the tie rod and attach to the knuckle using the supplied hardware. Tighten using a 21mm wrench.Install skid plates using supplied 3/8” x 1.25” bolts and washers. See Photo 37. Use a 14mm socket to tighten all bolts. Torque to 35ft-lbs.

45. Install the wheels and tires, then jack up the truck and remove the jack stands. Lower truck on ground tighten upper and lower control arm bolts using 21mm for upper and 18mm and 24mm socket and wrench for bottom. Torque to factory specs.

46. Due to tire manufacturer variances and/or other wheel and tire combinations, modification to the upper control arm may be necessary to prevent rubbing. Using a rotary sander, lightly sand the front lip of the factory upper control arm until there is no contact with the wheel and/or tire throughout the full turning radius. See Photo 38.

47. Denali kits install the supplied Magneride brackets and 6mm hardware, attach the Magneride linkage to the upper con-trol arm as shown in Photo 39. Tighten using a 10mm wrench. See Photo 39.

REAR INSTALLATION

1. Chock the front tires.
2. Before jacking up the rear of the vehicle. Remove the stock brake line bracket using a 13mm wrench, from the driver side frame rail to allow the extension bracket to be installed. Also remove the clip securing the hard line and wiring hardness to the top of the frame. See Photo 1. The stock bolts can be accessed from the side of the vehicle. Retain the stock hardware for reuse.
3. Install the brake line bracket to the new bracket with the supplied 5/16” x 1” bolts, nuts /washers. Reinstall the assem-bly in the stock location with the stock hardware using a 13mm wrench. See Photo 2. Torque to 20ft-lbs.
4. Remove the e-brake wire bracket from the frame with a 13mm socket. Use the supplied drop bracket and the factory bolt to mount to the frame. Use the supplied 5/16” x 1” bolt, washers, and nut to mount factory wire bracket to the new drop bracket as shown in See Photo 3. Torque to 20ft-lbs.
5. Remove the ABS wire, if equipped, from the frame rail as shown in Photo 4 to allow slack in the line.
6. Jack up the rear of the vehicle and place jack stands un-der the frame rails. Remove tire and wheels.
7. Lightly support the differential with a floor jack .
8. Remove the stock shock absorbers using a 21mm wrench. Retain the hardware for reuse.
9. Remove the stock u-bolts and lower the axle to allow the supplied block to be installed. Discard the factory block if so equipped.
10. Install the new block with the supplied 7/16” X 3” u-bolts on the leaf spring. Do not tighten at this time. Jack up the axle to meet the new block and make sure the center pin is in the axle. Tighten 7/16” u-bolts. Torque to 45ft-lbs. See Photo 5. Note short side of block goes towards front of vehicle.
11. Install the supplied u-bolts and tighten using a 22mm wrench and a crossing pattern. See Photo 5. Torque to 90ft-lbs.
12. Install shock absorbers #660739 in the factory location tighten using a 21mm wrench. If installing V2 rear shocks or Vertex rear shocks, refer to installation instructions included with those shocks. See Photo 6. Torque to factory specs.
13. Using WD-40 lubricate the ABS wire and slide the rubber sleeve up to allow the wire to be reinstalled in the clip on the frame. The connector will not be reattached to the top of the frame. Reroute the lines as needed to gain sufficient slack.
14. Re-install tires and wheels.
15. Remove jack stands and lower vehicle to ground.
16. Place shock decals on shock absorbers and window de-cal on vehicle.

POST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure for adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile, fixed, and heated members. Verify clearance between exhaust and brake lines, fuel lines, fuel tank, floor boards and wiring har-ness. Check steering gear for clearance. Test and inspect brake system.
2. Perform steering sweep to ensure front brake hoses have adequate slack and do not contact any rotating, mobile or heated members. Inspect rear brake hoses at full extension for adequate slack. Failure to perform hose check/ replace-ment may result in component failure.
3. On some vehicles the front lower skirting will need to be trimmed if using certain wheel /tire combinations and with heavy offset wheels. Trim only as needed.
4. Activate four wheel drive system and check front hubs for engagement.
5. Have a qualified alignment center align the vehicle immediately. Realign to factory specifications. The following are the recommended specifications
   • Caster in degrees 4.5 +-1.0
   • Camber in degrees 0.0—.3
   • Toe In in degrees 0.1 +-.2
6. Perform head light check and adjustment to proper settings.
7. Check and retighten wheels at 50 miles and again at 500 miles.
8. All kit components must be retightened at 500 miles and then every three thousand miles after installation. Periodically check all hardware for tightness.
9. Install “Warning to Driver” decal on sun visor
   Note: Installation of larger tires will require speedometer recalibration.

Denali w/ MagneRide REAR INSTALLATION

1. Chock the front tires.
2. Before jacking up the rear of the vehicle. Remove the stock brake line bracket using a 13mm wrench, from the driver side frame rail to allow the extension bracket to be installed. Also remove the clip securing the hard line and wiring hardness to the top of the frame. See Photo 1. The stock bolts can be accessed from the side of the vehicle. Retain the stock hardware for reuse.
3. Install the brake line bracket to the new bracket with the supplied 5/16” x 3/4” bolts, nuts /washers. Reinstall the assem-bly in the stock location with the stock hardware using a 13mm wrench. See Photo 2.
4. Remove the e-brake wire bracket from the frame with a 13mm socket. Use the supplied drop bracket and the factory bolt to mount to the frame. Use the supplied 5/16” x 1” bolt, washers, and nut to mount factory wire bracket to the new drop bracket as shown in See Photo 3.
5. Remove the ABS wire, if equipped, from the frame rail as shown in Photo 4 to allow slack in the line.
6. Jack up the rear of the vehicle and place jack stands under the frame rails. Remove tire and wheels.
7. Lightly support the differential with a floor jack .
8. Remove the stock shock absorbers using a 21mm wrench. Retain the hardware for reuse.
9. Remove the stock u-bolts and lower the axle to allow the supplied block to be installed. Discard the factory block if so equipped.
10. Remove the MagneRide shim and flatten tab. Reinstall on bottom of leaf pack. See Photo 5.
11. Install the new block. Jack up the axle to meet the new block and make sure the center pin is in the axle. See Photo 6. Note short side of block goes towards front of vehicle.
12. Install the supplied u-bolts and tighten using a 22mm wrench and a crossing pattern. See Photo 6.
13. 6” and 7.5” kits will also use the anti-wrap ubolts and hard-ware included in 1263BAG2.
14. Install the Magneride shock relocation brackets in the fac-tory shock mounts using the supplied 14mm x 85mm bolt, nut and washers. See Photo 7.
15. Attach the rear of the relocation bracket using the supplied square washer and 1/2” x 1.5” bolt and washer. See Pho-to 8.
16. Install Magneride shock in relocation bracket using stock hardware.
17. Using WD-40 lubricate the ABS wire and slide the rubber sleeve up to allow the wire to be reinstalled in the clip on the frame. The connector will not be reattached to the top of the frame. Reroute the lines as needed to gain sufficient slack.
18. Re-install tires and wheels.
19. Remove jack stands and lower vehicle to ground.
20. Place window decal on vehicle.

POST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure for adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile, fixed, and heated members. Verify clearance between exhaust and brake lines, fuel lines, fuel tank, floor boards and wiring har-ness. Check steering gear for clearance. Test and inspect brake system.

POST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure for adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile, fixed, and heated members. Verify clearance between exhaust and brake lines, fuel lines, fuel tank, floor boards and wiring har-ness. Check steering gear for clearance. Test and inspect brake system.
2. Perform steering sweep to ensure front brake hoses have adequate slack and do not contact any rotating, mobile or heated members. Inspect rear brake hoses at full extension for adequate slack. Failure to perform hose check/ replace-ment may result in component failure.
3. On some vehicles the front lower skirting will need to be trimmed if using certain wheel /tire combinations and with heavy offset wheels. Trim only as needed.
4. Activate four wheel drive system and check front hubs for engagement.
5. Have a qualified alignment center align the vehicle immediately. Realign to factory specifications. The following are the recommended specifications
   • Caster in degrees 4.5 +-1.0
   • Camber in degrees 0.0—.3
   • Toe In in degrees 0.1 +-.2
6. Perform head light check and adjustment to proper settings.
7. Check and retighten wheels at 50 miles and again at 500 miles.
8. All kit components must be retightened at 500 miles and then every three thousand miles after installation. Periodically check all hardware for tightness.
9. Install “Warning to Driver” decal on sun visor

Note: Installation of larger tires will require speedometer recalibration.

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