SUPERLIFT FORD F150 Replacement Steering Linkage Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- SUPERLIFT
Table of Contents
SUPERLIFT FORD F150 Replacement Steering Linkage
Product Information
- Product Name: Ford F150 Superunner Replacement Steering Linkage
- Manufacturer: Superlift
- Model Number: N/A
- Country of Origin: United States
- Compatibility: Designed for Ford F150 vehicles
Product Usage Instructions
- Before installation, ensure that you have the correct lift for your vehicle. Double-check the Year, Make, Model, Lift Height, and KIT Part Numbers.
- Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to installation of the system and operation of the vehicle.
- Installation of the steering linkage requires a professional mechanic with knowledge of disassembly/reassembly procedures and post-installation checks.
- Make sure you have all the needed parts and know where they are installed.
- After the first 100 miles and then every 1000 miles, it is the ultimate buyer’s responsibility to have all bolts/nuts checked for tightness. Additionally, the steering, suspension, driveline systems, and wheel alignment should be inspected by a qualified professional mechanic at least every 3000 miles.
- To install the steering linkage:
- Adjust both turning stop bolts all the way in to allow maximum turning.
- Rotate the steering wheel full lock to the right, then full lock to the left counting the rotations. Turn the wheel back to the right, half of the number of total rotations. The pitman arm and steering sector should now be centered, as well as the steering wheel.
- Remove the stock steering linkages from the vehicle.
- Locate the new centerlink tie rod end (3-03-1024) and the 3/4 jam nut. Apply anti-seize to the threads of the tie rod end, then thread the jam nut all the way onto the tie rod end.
- Install the tie rod end into the new center and thread to a length of 25.75 inches, from the center of the ball joint to the center of the mounting clevis hole. Tighten the jam nut.
- Connect the centerlink to the pitman’s arm and secure it with a castle nut and cotter pin.
- Insert the eye bushings into both ends of the new idler arm (55-04-1024). Prior to installing the sleeve, coat the outside lightly with lithium grease.
- Attach the idler arm to the center link using the supplied 9/16 hardware.
- Mount the new idler arm mounting bracket (55-05-1024) to the axle pivot bracket for the driver-side axle (located on the passenger side) using the supplied 7/16 hardware.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE CORRECT LIFT FOR YOUR VEHICLE: Double check the Year, Make, Model, Lift Height, and KIT Part Numbers. Prior to beginning the installation, OPEN the boxes and CHECK the included components compared to the parts breakdown. Check all parts and hardware in the box with the parts list below. Be sure you have all the needed parts and know where they are installed. If you find a packaging error, contact SUPERLIFT directly. Do not contact the dealer where the system was originally purchased. You will need the control number from each box when calling; this number is located at the bottom of the part number label and to the right of the bar code.
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING SUPERLIFT FOR ALL YOUR SUSPENSION NEEDS!! Read And Understand All Instructions And Warnings Prior To Installation Of the System AND Operation Of the Vehicle.
INTRODUCTION BEFORE INSTALLATION
- Installation requires a professional mechanic. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassembly/reassembly procedures and post-installation checks must be known.
- PRIOR to the beginning, inspect the vehicle’s steering, driveline, and brake systems, paying close attention to the suspension link arms and bushings, sway bars and bushings, tie rod ends, pitman arm, idler arm, ball joints, and wheel bearings.
- Also, check the steering sector-to-frame and all suspension-to-frame attaching points for stress cracks. The overall vehicle must be in excellent working condition; repair or replace all worn parts.
- Read instructions several times before starting.
- Read each step completely as you go.
Be sure you have all the needed parts and know where they are installed.
NOTES
- This kit can ONLY be used with Superlift’s 4” or 6” lift kit.
- Must NOT be used on lifts in excess of 6”.
- The vehicle must be equipped with a “dropped” pitman arm.
BEFORE YOU DRIVE
- Check all fasteners for proper torque.
- Check to ensure 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 harness. Check steering components for clearance.
- Test and inspect the brake system.
- Perform a 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/replacement may result in component failure.
- Perform headlight check and adjustment.
WARNING: It is the ultimate buyer’s responsibility to have all bolts/nuts checked for tightness after the first 100 miles and then every 1000 miles. The steering, suspension and driveline systems, plus wheel alignment should be inspected by a qualified professional mechanic at least every 3000 miles.
PARTS
PART NUMBER| QTY. PER KIT| DESCRIPTION| NEW
ATTACHING HARDWARE| QTY. PER BRACKET| HARDWARE BAG NUMBER
---|---|---|---|---|---
55-23-1024| 1| Centrelink| tie rod end hardware| |
55-24-1024| 1| Driver Adjuster, Long| | |
55-25-1024| 1| Passenger Adjuster, Short| | |
1-06-1024| 2| Tie Rod End 22mm| jam nut| 1|
tie rod end hardware| 1
1-07-1024| 2| Tie Rod End 20mm| jam nut| 1|
tie rod end hardware| 1
55-04-1024| 1| Idler Arm| bushing halves| 4| 77-0041
sleeve| 2
9/16″ x 4-1/2″ bolt, coarse thread| 2| 77-0041A
9/16″ stover nut, coarse thread| 2
55-05-1024| 1| Idler Arm Bracket| 7/16″ x 1-1/4″ bolt, coarse thread| 4|
77-0041A
7/16″ nylon nut, coarse thread| 4
7/16″ washer| 4
| | | | |
INSTALLATION
- Save all factory components and hardware for reuse, unless noted.
STEERING STOPS
- Adjust both turning stop bolts all the way in to allow maximum turning.
- Rotate the steering wheel full lock to the right, then full lock to the right counting the rotations.
- Turn the wheel back to the right, half of the number of total rotations. The pitman arm and steering sector should now be centered, as well as the steering wheel.
STEERING LINKAGES
- Remove the stock steering linkages from the vehicle.
CENTERLINK
- Locate the new center link tie rod end (3-03-1024) and the 3/4” jam nut.
- Apply anti-seize to the threads of the tie rod end then thread the jam nut all the way onto the tie rod end.
- Install the tie rod end into the new center and thread to a length of 25.75”, from the center of the ball joint to the center of the mounting clevis hole.
Tighten the jam nut.
- Connect the center link to the pitman’s arm and secure it with a castle nut and cotter pin. (60)
IDLER ARM
- Insert the eye bushings into both ends of the new idler arm (55-04-1024). Prior to installing the sleeve, coat the outside lightly with lithium grease.
- Attach the idler arm to the center link using the supplied 9/16” Hardware (50)
IDLER ARM MOUNTING BRACKET
- Mount the new idler arm mounting bracket (55-05-1024) to the axle pivot bracket for the driver-side axle (located on the passenger side) using the supplied 7/16” hardware. [5/8”] (52)
NOTE: If the mounting holes are not present, position the bracket as high
as possible on the axle pivot bracket without overlapping the pivot bracket
welds. A properly installed bracket will have the idler end of the center link
slightly lower than the pitman arm end. Drill the appropriate 7/16” holes to
mount the bracket.
IDLER ARM
- Connect the idler arm to the mounting bracket with the grease fittings facing the passenger side of the vehicle and secure using the supplied 9/16” hardware. (50)
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Locate the new tie rod adjusters (55-24-1024 driver side (long), 55-25-1024 passenger side (short)) and the two new tie rod ends (1-06-1024 (20mm), 1-07-1024 (22mm)) along with the new 22mm and 20mm jam nuts.
- Apply anti-seize to the new tie rod ends and install the appropriate jam nut to each.
- Then install the tie rod and jam nut into the new tie rod adjusters. Each adjuster gets one 22mm tie rod and one 20mm tie rod. NOTE: The 20mm tie rod end is a left-hand thread.
- Thread the jam nut all the way down then thread the tie rod all the way down into the adjuster.
TIE ROD INSTALLATION
- Install the driver-side tie rod assembly into the steering knuckle then into the new centerlink and secure using the supplied castle nut and cotter pin. (50)
- Install the passenger side tie rod assembly into the steering knuckle then into the new centerlink and secure using the supplied castle nut and cotter pin. (50)
- Adjust the tie rod assemblies to make sure the front-of-tire track width is the same as the rear-of-tire track width, do this by making half of the adjustment on each side.
- Once the track width is centered, tighten all the jam nuts. (60)
TIE ROD END STUD POSITION IN RELATION TO TIE ROD BODY
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
- Align vehicle to factory specifications.
SUPERLIFT WARNING DECAL
- Install the WARNING TO DRIVER decal on the inside of the windshield or sun visor, within Driver’s view.
IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
- It is the ultimate buyer’s responsibility to have all bolts/nuts checked for tightness after the first 100 miles and then every 1000 miles.
- The steering, suspension, and driveline systems, plus wheel alignment should be inspected by a qualified professional mechanic at least every 3000 miles.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY / WARNINGS
- Your SUPERLIFT® product is covered by the Limited Warranty explained below that gives you specific legal rights.
- This limited warranty is the only warranty SUPERLIFT® makes in connection with your product purchase. SUPERLIFT® neither assumes nor authorizes any retailer or other person or entity to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this product or limited warranty.SUPERLIFT,
LLC, LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
- What is covered? Subject to the terms below, SUPERLIFT® will repair or replace its products found defective in materials or workmanship for so long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle on which the product was originally installed.
- Your warranter is SUPERLIFT, LLC, doing business as SUPERLIFT® Suspension Systems (“SUPERLIFT®”).
- What is not covered? Your SUPERLIFT® Limited Warranty does not cover products SUPERLIFT® determines to have been damaged by or subjected to:
- Alteration, modification, or failure to maintain.
- Normal wear and tear (bushings, rod ends, etc.). Scratches or defects in product finishes (powder coating, plating, etc.).
- Damage to, or resulting from, the vehicle’s electronic stability system, related components or other vehicle systems.
- Racing or other vehicle competitions or contests. Accidents, impact by rocks, trees, obstacles or other aspects of the environment.
- Theft, vandalism, or other intentional damage.
Remedy Limited to Repair or Replacement. The exclusive remedy provided hereunder shall, upon SUPERLIFT’s inspection and at SUPERLIFT’s option, be either repair or replacement of the product covered under this Limited Warranty. Customers requesting warranty consideration should contact SUPERLIFT® by phone (1-800-551-4955) to obtain a Returned Goods Authorization number. All removal, shipping, and installation costs are the customer’s responsibility. If a replacement part is needed before the SUPERLIFT® part in question can be returned, you must first purchase the replacement part. Then, if the part in question is deemed warrantable, you will be credited/refunded.
OTHER LIMITATIONS
OTHER LIMITATIONS – EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES – YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
- Neither SUPERLIFT® nor your independent SUPERLIFT® dealer is responsible for any time loss, rental costs, or any incidental, consequential, or other damages you may have.
- This Limited Warranty gives you specific rights, and this is the only warranty SUPERLIFT® makes in connection with your product purchase.
- You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
- For example, while all implied warranties are disclaimed herein, any implied warranty required by law is limited to the terms of our Limited Lifetime Warranty as described above.
- Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations and exclusions herein may not apply to you.
- SUPERLIFT® neither assumes nor authorizes any retailer or other person or entity to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this product or Limited Warranty.
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT PRODUCT USE AND SAFETY INFORMATION / WARNINGS
- As a general rule, the taller a vehicle is, the easier it will roll over. Offset, as much as possible, what is lost in rollover resistance by increasing tire track width.
- In other words, go “wide” as you go “tall”; always use as wide a tire and wheel combination as feasible to enhance vehicle stability.
- We strongly recommend, because of the rollover possibility, that the vehicle be equipped with a functional roll bar and cage system. Seat belts and shoulder harnesses should be worn at all times. Avoid situations where a side rollover may occur.
- Generally, braking performance and capabilities are decreased when significantly larger / heavier tires and wheels are used.
- Take this into consideration while driving. Also, changing axle gear ratios or using tires that are taller or shorter than factory height will cause an erroneous speedometer reading.
- On vehicles equipped with an electronic speedometer, the speed signal impacts other important functions as well. Speedometer recalibration for both mechanical and electronic types is highly recommended.
- Do not add, alter, or fabricate any factory or aftermarket parts to increase vehicle height over the intended height of the SUPERLIFT® product purchased. Mixing component brands is not recommended.
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THANKS FOR Choosing SUPERLIFT…
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- 300 Huey Lenard Loop Rd.
- West Monroe, Louisiana 71292
- Phone: 318-397-3000
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- Fax: 318-397-3040
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