FABTECH FTL5204 2.0inch Leveling System Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- FABTECH
Table of Contents
Installation Instructions
FTL5204 2009 – 2014 FORD F150 4WD 2” LIFT KIT
2004 – 2008 FORD F150 2WD 2″ LIFT KIT
PARTS LIST:
| Qty | Part # | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | FT30400 | Spacer |
| 1 | FT20278 | Hardware Kit |
| 1 | FT5204i | Instruction Sheet |
| 1 | FTAS12 | Sticker |
| 1 | FTAS16 | Decal |
| 1 | FIREGUARD | Reg. Card |
HARDWARE LIST:
| Qty | Description |
|---|---|
| 6 | 3/8″-24 x 1 1/4″ Hex Bolt |
| 6 | 3/8″ Split Washer |
| 6 | 3/8″ Flat Washer |
| 6 | 10mm-1.5 C-Lock |
| 6 | 10mm Flat Washer |
| 1 | Thread Locking Compound |
Tool List: (Not Included)
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* Assorted Metric and S.A.E Wrench and Sockets- Jack and Jack Stands
- Hammer
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY FROM START TO FINISH BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION!
NOTE: WILL NOT WORK ON RAPTOR MODELS SOME MODELS MAY NOT SIT LEVEL AFTER
INSTALL DOES NOT FIT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH CCD (CONTINUOUSLY CONTROLLED
DAMPING)
SYSTEM CHECK ALL PARTS INCLUDED IN THIS KIT TO THE PARTS LIST ABOVE BEFORE
BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION OF THIS KIT. IF ANY PIECES ARE MISSING, CONTACT
FABTECH AT 909-597-7800.
Warning – Use a thread lock compound on all hardware during this installation.
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Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery.
Place the vehicle on a level working area. Block the rear tires. Working from both sides of the vehicle, jack up the vehicle and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE. Remove both front tires. -
Working from the driver’s side, support the bottom of the control arm with a jack.
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Loosen the upper ball joint nut and strike the knuckle with a hammer until it comes loose from the control arm. Save all hardware. Use care not to hit the threads. SEE THE PHOTO BELOW.
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Loosen the tie rod nut and strike the knuckle with a hammer until it comes loose. Save all hardware. Use care not to hit the threads. SEE THE PHOTO BELOW.
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Disconnect the factory sway bar end link. Save all hardware. SEE THE PHOTO BELOW.
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Remove the lower Coilover hardware and save.
SEE PHOTO BELOW for 2004-13 or SECOND PHOTO FOR 2014-UP.
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Disconnect the stability control plug. Remove the three nuts attaching the cover to the Coilover mount, and discard the hardware. Remove the Coilover from the vehicle. SEE THE PHOTO BELOW.
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Repeat steps 2-7 on the passenger side of the vehicle.
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Locate the FT30400 Coil Spacer and the supplied 10mm nuts and flat washers. Attach the Coil Spacer to the top of the driver-side factory Coilover and torque to 30 ft-lbs. (DO NOT USE AN IMPACT ON THE FACTORY STUDS). Note: The factory studs should not protrude past the installed spacer. If they do, trim or grind down the end of the stud so that it’s flush with the new spacer. SEE THE PHOTO BELOW.
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Using the supplied 3/8”x1 ¼” bolts, flat washers, split washers, and thread locking compound attach the upper portion of the Coilover to the driver-side factory mount. Torque to 30 ft.-lbs. SEE THE PHOTO BELOW.
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Attach the bottom part of the Coilover to the driver-side lower control arm with the factory hardware. It may be necessary to align the lower shock eyelet to fit into the lower control arm. This may be accomplished by rotating the lower eyelet with an alignment bar.
Torque bolts to 30 ft.-lbs. -
Attach the upper ball joint to the factory knuckle using the factory nut. Torque to 60 ft.-lbs. Now reattach the tie rod to the steering knuckle using the factory nut.
Torque to 50 ft.-lbs. -
Attach the factory swaybar end link with the factory hardware and tighten it just until the bushings start to bulge. Reconnect the stability control plug.
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Repeat steps 9-13 on the passenger side of the vehicle.
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Reinstall wheels and tires and torque to manufacturer’s specifications. Turn wheels full in both directions to make sure there is proper clearance for brake lines and stability control wiring.
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Check the front-end alignment and set it to the factory specifications.
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Readjust headlights.
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Re-check all bolts after 500 miles.
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Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete product registration card and mail to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.
Product Warranty and 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, tie rod ends, limiting straps, cross shafts, and
Heim’s joints. 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.
Take-apart shocks are considered serviceable shocks with a one-year warranty
on leakage only. 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 similar activities. (A
“RACE” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles, or any contest
of one or more vehicles against the clock, whether or not such contest is for
a prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles,
race vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial 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. Fabtech front-end Desert Guards may impair the
deployment or operation of vehicles equipped with supplemental restraining
systems/air bag systems and should not be installed if the vehicle is equipped
as so.
Fabtech makes every effort to ensure the suspension product compatibility with
all vehicles listed in the catalog, but due to unknown auto manufacturer’s
production changes and/or inconstancies by the auto manufacturer, Fabtech
cannot be responsible for 100% compatibility, including the fitment of tire
and wheel sizes listed. The Tire and Wheel sizes listed in Fabtech’s catalog
are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming. Fabtech is
not responsible for damages to the vehicle’s body or tires.
Fabtech’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or
replacement, at Fabtech option, of the defective product only. All costs of
removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges, and incidental or
consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty. Fabtech is
not responsible for damages and/or warranty of other vehicle parts related or
nonrelated to the installed Fabtech product. This warranty is expressly in
lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty shall not
apply to any product that has been subject to accident, negligence,
alteration, abuse, or misuse as determined by Fabtech.
Fabtech suspension components must be installed as a complete system including
shocks as shown in our current catalog. All warranties will become void if
Fabtech parts are combined and/or substituted with other aftermarket
suspension products. Combination and/or substitution of other aftermarket
suspension parts may cause premature wear and/or product failure resulting in
an accident causing injury or death. Fabtech does not warrant products not
manufactured by Fabtech.
Installation of Fabtech products may void the vehicle’s factory warranty; it
is the consumer’s responsibility to check with their local vehicle’s dealer
for warranty disposition before the installation of the product.
It is the responsibility of the distributor and/or the retailer to review all
warranties and warnings of Fabtech products with the consumer prior to
purchase.
Fabtech reserves the right to supersede, discontinue, or change the design,
finish, part number, and, or application of parts when deemed necessary
without written notice. Fabtech is not responsible for misprints or
typographical errors within the catalog or price sheet.
RETORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS, AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER.
For technical assistance call:
909-597-7800
4331 EUCALYPTUS AVE. CHINO, CA. 91710
PHONE 909-597-7800 FAX
909-597-7185
www.fabtechmotorsports.com
Instruction Sheet Part #- FT5204i