FABTECH FT5301i Dodge Ram 2 Inch Leveling System Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- FABTECH
Table of Contents
FT5301i Dodge Ram 2 Inch Leveling System
Instruction Manual
2009-2021 DODGE RAM 1500 4WD
2019-2021 DODGE RAM 1500 2WD
2” LEVELING KIT
FT5301i
PARTS LIST –
| FTL5301| 2” RAM 1500
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2| FT44254| ALUMINUM STRUT SPACER
1| FT44259| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
| FT44259| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
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1| FT90128| HARDWARE KIT
1| FT5301i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FTAS12| STICKER FT BLUE 10X4 DIE CUT
1| FTAS16| DRIVER WARNING DECAL
1| FIREGUARD| REGISTRATION CARD
6| FT90128- HARDWARE KIT| LOCATION
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12| 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 HEX BOLT G8 ZINC|
6| 3/8 SAE WASHER G8 ZINC|
6| 3/8 LOCK WASHER ZINC|
| 3/8-16 C-LOCK NUT ZINC|
1| THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND 2 MIL|
– PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES –
For technical assistance call:
909-597-7800 or e-mail:
info@fabtechmotorsports.com
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION –
Check all parts to the parts list above before beginning installation. If any
parts are missing contact Fabtech at
909-597-7800 and a replacement part
will be sent to you immediately.
Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the
installation. If these instructions are not properly followed severe frame,
driveline and/or suspension damage may occur.
Check your local city and state laws prior to the installation of this system
for legality. Do not install if not legal in your area.
Prior to the installation of this suspension system perform a front-end
alignment and record. Do not install this system if the vehicle alignment is
not within factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage prior
to installation.
Use the provided thread-locking compound on all hardware.
WARNING- Installation of this system will alter the center of gravity of the
vehicle and may increase rollover as compared to stock.
Vehicles that receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uni balls, tie
rod ends, pitman’s arm, and idler arm every 25005000 miles for wear and
replacement as needed.
FOOTNOTES:
– Will not work with factory air ride vehicles.
– Some models may not sit level after installation.
Required Tools (Not Included)
Basic Hand Tools
Floor Jack
Jack Stands
Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets, and Allen wrenches
Torque Wrench
Prior to installing this kit, with the vehicle on level ground.
Measure the height of your vehicle. This measurement can be recorded from the
center of the wheel, straight up to the top of the inner fender lip. Record
the measurements below.
LF:__ RF:_
LR:__ RR:_
– INSTRUCTIONS –
FRONT SUSPENSION
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Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the front tires.
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Remove bolt from the brake line, save for re-installation. SEE FIGURE 1
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Remove the nut from upper sway bar end link. Save for reinstallation. SEE FIGURE 2
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Remove tie rod end from the spindle. SEE FIGURE 3
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Loosen the upper control arm ball joint nut. Note: Leave nut attached. Using a large hammer carefully strike the spindle at the ball joint to dislodge the control arm from
the spindle. SEE FIGURE 4
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Remove the nut from the lower Coilover/ control arm bolt. SEE FIGURE 5
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Remove the (3) upper Coilover nuts from the Coilover tower bracket. Save for re-installation. SEE FIGURE 6
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Remove the lower Coilover bolt and upper control arm ball joint nut. Then, remove the Coilover assembly from the vehicle. SEE FIGURES 7-9
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Locate the supplied FT44254 (Aluminum Spacer), 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” bolts, washers, and nuts. Using the thread lock, install the bolts, washers, and lock washers into the FT44254. Torque to 52 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 10
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Install the FT44254 onto the factory Coilover assembly using the factory nuts and supplied thread lock. Torque to 52 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 11
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Re-install the Coilover into the vehicle. NOTE: The assembly must be installed 180 degrees from its original orientation. Install the supplied 3/8” Nuts and washers on the top Coilover tower. Torque to 52 ft-lbs.
Then, install the lower Coilover bolt. Torque to 132 ft-lbs SEE FIGURE 12-14
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Using a pry bar, pry down on the upper control arm and install the ball joint nut. Torque to 117 ft-lbs SEE FIGURE 15
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Install the tie rod into the spindle. Torque to 117 ft-lbs SEE FIGURE 16
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Re-install the brake line into the bracket with the factory bolt. Torque to 52 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 16
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NOTE: When installing the sway bar to the end link, it may be necessary to leave it loose until both sides are complete. Torque to 58 ft-lbs SEE FIGURE 18
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Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to the wheel manufacturer’s specifications. Turn the front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance. Note – Some
oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper & valance. -
Check front-end alignment and set it to factory specifications. Readjust headlights.
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Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
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Recheck brake hoses, ABS wires, and suspension parts for proper tire clearance while turning tires fully left to right.
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Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete the product registration card and mail it to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.
Vehicles that will receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs,
and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replacement as
required.
RE-TORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS, AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND THEREAFTER UNTIL
FASTENERS RETAIN TORQUE SETTING.
For technical assistance call:
909-597-7800
– 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, Heim
joints, and driveshafts. 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.
Dirt Logic and Performance Coilover 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 on the website, 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 website
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 is not
responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation
of oversized tires and wheels.
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 non-related 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 on our website. 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.
Depending on the condition of the factory suspension components retained after
the installation of a Fabtech suspension, not all vehicles may have the same
ride stance front to rear as described on the website. The blue color of
suspension components shown in all Fabtech photographs is for display purposes
only. The majority of all Fabtech components will be black specifically where
noted with part numbers ending in BK.
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. Some state
laws may prohibit modification of suspension to a vehicle in whole or in part.
It is the responsibility of the installer and consumer to consult local laws
prior to the installation of any Fabtech suspension product to comply with
such written laws.
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 super cede, discontinue, and 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 website or price sheet. For the most recent Product Warranty
and Warnings visit our website
www.fabtechmotorsports.com
Instruction Sheet Part# – FT5301i
Fabtech Motorsports
4331 Eucalyptus Ave. Chino, CA 91710
Tech Line:909-597-7800
Fax:909-597-7185
Web: www.fabtechmotorsports.com