SKyJACKER Jeep Gladiator JT Mojave 3 Inch Suspension Lift Instruction Manual

SKyJACKER Jeep Gladiator JT Mojave 3 Inch Suspension Lift

Required Tools List

• Safety Glasses
• Metric & SAE Sockets \ Wrenches
• Metric & SAE Hex Key Sockets \ Wrenches
• Pliers
• Diagonal Cutting Pliers
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands
• Measuring Tape
• Torque Wrench

Before beginning the installation, read these instructions & the enclosed driver’s WARNING NOTICE thoroughly & completely. Also affix the WARNING decal in the passenger compartment in clear view of all occupants. Please refer to the Parts List to insure that all parts & hardware are received prior to disassembly of the vehicle. If any parts are found to be missing, contact SKYJACKER® Customer Service at 318-388-0816 to obtain the needed items. If you have any questions or reservations about installing this product, contact SKYJACKER® Technical Assistance at 318-388-0816.

Make sure you park the vehicle on a level concrete or asphalt surface. Many times a vehicle is not level (side-to-side) from the factory, but is usually not noticed until a lift kit has been installed which makes the difference more visible. Using a measuring tape, measure the front & rear (both sides) from the ground up to the center of the fender opening above the axle. Record this information below for future reference.

Driver Side Front:
Driver Side Rear:
Passenger Side Front:
Passenger Side Rear:

Important Notes:

• After installation, the drag link must be adjusted to center the steering wheel before the vehicle is driven. Failure to do so will cause computer errors, odd handling characteristics & poor performance.
• If larger tires (10% more than the OEM diameter) are installed, speedometer recalibration will be necessary. Contact your local Jeep dealer or an authorized dealer for details.
• After installation, a qualified alignment facility is required to align the vehicle to the OEM specifications.

Component Box Breakdown:|  |  | Component Box Breakdown:|
---|---|---|---|---
Part #: G300MPELT|  |  | Part #: G301MPELT
Item #              Description| Qty|  | Item # Description| Qty
JL12HDFS-DR   FRONT HD COIL SPRING| 2|  | JL12HDFS-DR   FRONT HD COIL SPRING| 2
JTG20RMS-S     REAR METAL COIL SPACER| 2|  | G210RS-DR       REAR COIL SPRING | GJTRS 21.0″| 1
JL24LLFD-L       LOWER FRONT DRV LINK| 1|  | G215RS-DR       REAR COIL SPRING | GJTRS 21.5″| 1
JL24LLFP-L        LOWER FRONT PASS LINK| 1|  | JL24LLFD-L       LOWER FRONT DRV LINK| 1
JLFTBA18-B       FRONT ADJUST TRACK BAR| 1|  | JL24LLFP-L        LOWER FRONT PASS LINK| 1
34RFTJN           3/4 RIGHT HAND JAM NUT| 1|  | JLFTBA18-B       FRONT ADJUST TRACK BAR| 1
HD34X34DTB    3/4 HEAVY DUTY ROD END| 1|  | 34RFTJN           3/4 RIGHT HAND JAM NUT| 1
H-BOX G300M   HWDR BOX: G300M / G301M KITS| 1|  | HD34X34DTB    3/4 HEAVY DUTY ROD END| 1
 |  |  | H-BOX G300M   HWDR BOX: G300M / G301M KITS| 1

Hardware Box Breakdown

Part # H-BOX G300M

Item #| Description| Qty|  | Item #| Description| Qty
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
JTG20RBS-S| REAR BUMP STOP BRACKET| 2|  | HB-JLFTBB| HDWR BAG: FRT TRACK BAR| 1
JTG25FSE-S| FRONT SHOCK EXTENSION BRKT| 2|  | HB-JTGFSE| HDWR BAG: FRT SHOCK BRKT| 1
JTG25RSE-S| REAR SHOCK EXTENSION BRKT| 2|  | HB-JTGRSE| HDWR BAG: REAR SHOCK BRKT| 1
SBE4028-L| FRONT SWAY BAR END LINK| 2|  | HB-JTGRBS| HDWR BAG: REAR BUMP STOPS| 1
SBE506-L| REAR SWAY BAR END LINK| 2|  | HB-JTGSBER| HDWR BAG: REAR END LINKS| 1
HB-BSS3020| HDWR BAG: FRT BUMP STOPS| 1|  | HB-SBENB03| HDWR BAG: FRONT END LINKS| 1
HB-JL24LLF| HDWR BAG: FRT LOWER LINKS| 1|  | I-G300| INST SHEET: G300M / G301M KITS| 1

Hardware Bag Breakdown:

Front Installation

1. With the vehicle on flat level ground, set the emergency brake & block the rear tires \ wheels.

2. Raise the front of the vehicle, support the frame rails & front differential using jack stands.

3. Remove the front tires \ wheels using a 22mm socket.

4. Remove the OEM front skid plate using a 13mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 1)

5. Remove the OEM front sway bar end links using a 6mm hex key socket \ wrench & 18mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 2)

6. Remove the OEM front track bar using a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 3)

7. Disconnect the OEM drag link from the OEM pitman arm using a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 4)

8. Disconnect the OEM front shocks at the lower mount using a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 5)

9. Disconnect the OEM front brake line brackets from the OEM front lower control arms using a 15mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 6)

10. Mark the location of the OEM front driveshaft \ flange at the front differential & disconnect using a 15mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 7)

11. Disconnect the wiring harness from the passenger side OEM front upper control arm using pliers.

12. Disconnect the wiring harness from the OEM 4WD actuator. (See Photo # 8)

13. Disconnect the OEM vent hose from the front differential using pliers.

14. While checking for appropriate slack in ABS lines, brake lines, differential vent hose & etc.
    Lower the front differential & remove the OEM front coil springs.

15. Install the new Skyjacker front coil springs & new Skyjacker front bump stop spacers to the OEM front bump stop pads using the supplied 3/8″ x 4-1/2″ button head bolts, 3/8″ washers, 3/8″ nuts, a 7/32″ hex key socket \ wrench & 9/16″ socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 9) Note: Be sure when installing the new front coil springs that the tab of each OEM front upper coil spring isolator aligns with the hole of each OEM front upper coil spring mount.

16. Raise the front differential in order to load the new Skyjacker front coil springs. Note: There has been occasional reports of the passenger side coil spring having an inward bow after installation on taller lifts. If so, the OEM upper coil spring isolator can be rotated 180 degrees. Mark the OEM position of the passenger side OEM upper coil spring isolator. Remove the two alignment pins on top of the passenger side OEM upper coil spring isolator using diagonal cutting pliers or similar tool. Rotate the passenger side OEM upper coil spring isolator so the thicker portion is on the inside toward the frame. (See Photo # 10

17. Connect the OEM front driveshaft using the OEM hardware & a 15mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 7)

18. Connect the OEM drag link to the OEM pitman arm using the OEM hardware & a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 4)

19. Connect the OEM vent hose to the front differential using pliers.

20. Connect the wiring harness to the OEM 4WD actuator. (See Photo # 8)

21. Connect the wiring harness to the passenger side OEM front upper control arm.

22. One at a time, remove the OEM front lower control arms & install the new Skyjacker front lower control arms using the OEM hardware, a 21mm socket \ wrench & 24mm socket \ wrench.
    Note: Install the new front lower control arms with the offset bend toward the inside of the vehicle.

23. Connect the OEM front brake line brackets to the new Skyjacker front lower control arms using the supplied 1/4″ x 1″ bolts, 1/4″ washers, 1/4″ nuts & a 7/16″ socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 11)

24. Install the new Skyjacker front lower shock extension brackets to the OEM front lower shock mounts with the upper mounting holes offset towards the front of the vehicle using the supplied 3/8″ x 1″ fine thread bolts, 3/8″ SAE washers, 3/8″ fine thread nuts, crush sleeves, 14mm x 90mm metric bolts, 9/16″ SAE washers, 14mm nuts, a 9/16″ socket \ wrench & 22mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 12)

25. Connect the OEM front shocks to the new Skyjacker front lower shock exension brackets using the OEM hardware & a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 13)

26. Install the new Skyjacker front sway bar end links using the supplied steel sleeves, 12mm x 70mm bolts, 7/16″ USS washers, 12mm nuts, OEM hardware, a 18mm socket \ wrench & 19mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 14) Note: On the driver side of the vehicle, install the OEM lower bolt with the large washer to the bushing side of the new front sway bar end link.

27. Install the OEM front skid plate using the OEM hardware & a 13mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 1)

28. Install the front tires \ wheels using a 22mm socket & lower the front of the vehicle to the ground.

29. Install the fixed end of the new Skyjacker adjustable front track bar to the frame using the OEM hardware & a 21mm socket \ wrench.
    (See Photo # 15) Note: Do not tighten at this time.

30. Using a measuring tape, check the front of the vehicle to make sure the body is centered over the front tires \ wheels & adjust the new Skyjacker rod end to align with the lower track bar mounting location.

31.  Install the adjustable end of the new Skyjacker adjustable front track bar to the front differential using the supplied rod end bushings, OEM hardware & a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 16) Note: Fully tighten the OEM hardware at this time.

32. Tighten the supplied jam nut of the new Skyjacker adjustable front track bar using a 1-1/8″ wrench.

Rear Installation:

1. Block the front tires \ wheels, raise the rear of the vehicle, support the frame rails & rear differential using jack stands.

2. Remove the rear tires \ wheels using a 22mm socket.

3. Remove the OEM rear sway bar end links using a 6mm hex key socket \ wrench & 18mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 17)

4. Disconnect the OEM rear track bar from the rear differential using a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 18)

5. Disconnect the OEM rear shocks at the lower shock mounts using a 21mm socket \ wrench.
   (See Photo # 19)

6. While checking for appropriate slack in ABS lines, brake lines, differential vent hose & etc.
   Lower the rear differential & remove the OEM rear coil springs.

7. Install the new Skyjacker rear bump stop spacers to the OEM rear bump stop pads using the supplied 5/16″ x 1″ bolts, 5/16″ washers, 5/16″ nuts & 1/2″ wrenches. (See Photo # 20) Note:
   Install the new rear bump stop spacers with the forward angle toward the front of the vehicle.

8. G300MPELT Kits: Install the new Skyjacker rear coil spring spacers to the OEM rear coil spring mounts using the supplied 1/4″ x 3/4″ bolts & a 7/16″ wrench. (See Photo # 21)

9. G300MPELT Kits: Install the OEM rear coil spring isolators & OEM rear coil springs. Note: Be sure when installing the OEM rear coil spring isolators that the tab of each OEM rear upper coil spring isolator aligns with the hole of each new Skyjacker rear coil spring spacer.

10. G301MPELT Kits: Install the new Skyjacker 2-Stage Variable Rate rear coil springs.
    Note: The new rear coil springs are two different lengths. The new taller rear coil spring is to be installed on the side of the vehicle in which the OEM fuel tank is installed & the new shorter rear coil spring is to be installed on the opposite side of the vehicle. Note: Be sure when installing the new rear coil springs that the tab of each OEM rear upper coil spring isolator are aligns with the hole of the OEM rear upper coil spring mount.

11. Install the new Skyjacker rear lower shock extension brackets to the OEM rear lower shock mounts using the supplied 9/16″ x 3″ fine thread bolts, 9/16″ SAE washers, 9/16″ fine thread nuts, crush sleeves & 13/16″ & 7/8″ socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 22)

12. At the rear of the OEM shock mount bracket, utilize the factory oval hole to attach the Skyjacker bracket using the supplied 1/2″ x 1″ fine thread bolts, 1/2″ SAE washers & 3/4″ socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 23) Note: The Skyjacker bracket has a nut attached.

13. Connect the OEM shocks to the new Skyjacker shock brackets using the OEM hardware & a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 24)

14. Install the new Skyjacker rear sway bar end links using the supplied polyurethane bushings, steel sleeves, 12mm x 65mm bolts, 7/16″ USS washers, 12mm nuts, OEM upper hardware, a 18mm socket \ wrench & 19mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 25)

15. Install the rear tires \ wheels using a 22mm socket & lower the rear of the vehicle to the ground.
    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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

The above specifications are not to be used when the bolt is being installed with a bushing.

16. Connect the OEM rear track bar to the rear differential using the OEM hardware & a 21mm socket \ wrench. (See Photo # 17)

Final Notes:

• After the installation is complete, double check that all nuts & bolts are tight. Refer to the following chart for the proper torque specifications. (Note: Do not retighten the nuts & bolts where thread lock compound was used.)
• With the vehicle placed on the ground, cycle the steering lock to lock & inspect the steering, suspension, brake lines, front & rear drivelines, fuel lines & wiring harnesses for proper operation, tightness & adequate clearance.
• Have the headlights readjusted to the proper settings.
• Have a qualified alignment center align the vehicle to the OEM specifications.
• After the first 100 miles, check all hardware for the proper torque & periodically thereafter.
  Seat Belts Save Lives, Please Wear Your Seat Belt.

Optional HD OEM Replacement Steering Stabilizers Available:

Optional Dual Steering Stabilizer Kits Available :

7208| Dual Steering Stabilizer Kit – White Steering Dampers
8208| Dual Steering Stabilizer Kit – Black Steering Dampers
9208| Dual Steering Stabilizer Kit – Silver Steering Dampers

Optional Front / Rear Adjustable Track Bars Available:

JTGRTBA20    Rear Adjustable Track Bar / 1″- 6.5″ Lift

Optional HD Front / Rear Upper & Lower Control Arms Available:

• GULR24 HD Rear Upper Control Arms – Set / 1″- 6.5” Lift
• JLL24F-SX Single Flex Front Lower Control Arms – Pair / 1″- 6.5” Lift
• GLL24R-SX Single Flex Rear Lower Control Arms – Pair / 1″- 6.5” Lift
• JLULF26-SX Single Flex Front Upper Control Arms – Pair / 1″- 6.5” Lift
• GULR24-SX Single Flex Rear Upper Control Arms – Pair / 1″- 6.5” Lift

Optional Accessories:
SBE4258 Front Double Disconnect Sway Bar End Links / 3.5″- 6″ Lift

Jesus Christ Died For You.

John 3:16
For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Romans 3:23

For all have sinned; all fall short of God’s glorious standard.
Ephesians 2:8

God saved you by his special favor when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God.
Psalms 18:2

The Lord is my Rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my Rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the strength of my salvation, and my stronghold.
Romans 10:9-10

That if you shall confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shall believe in your heart that God hath raised him from the dead, you shall be saved.

For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Pray This Simple Prayer:
God, I come to You admitting I have sinned against You and I need you to take control of my life. The Bible says anyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. I am calling on You, Jesus. I ask that You come live in my heart and be the Lord over my life today. I do believe You died on the cross for me and came back to life to give me life! Thank You, Lord Jesus for a new life in You!
Now, go and tell somebody about your new life in Jesus, get a Bible, begin to read it, and go to a Bible-believing church.
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