Rough Country 1185 Installation guide

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97– 06 TJ REAR SHOCK BRACKET
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Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your Jeep off road needs.
Please read all the instructions before beginning the installation.
PRODUCT USE INFORMATION
We will be happy to answer any questions regarding our products by calling us @ 800-222-7023. Rough Country
will not be responsible for any product that is altered.
KIT CONTENTS
2-REAR SHOCK BRACKET
1-POLY BAG CONTAINING:
2-12MM X 65MM BOLTS
2-12MM FLANGE LOCKNUTS
2-5/16” X 3/4” BOLTS
2-5/16” LOCKNUTS
2-CRUSH SLEEVES
4-FLAT WASHERS
TOOLS NEEDED
13mm Socket / Wrench
15mm Socket / Wrench
18mm Socket / Wrench
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. After the shock has been removed from the lower mount, install the lower shock bracket as shown in Photo
1 with the supplied 12mm x 65mm bolts, flange locknuts with supplied crush sleeve. Do not tighten at this
time.
2. Install the 5/16” x 3/4” bolts, washers & nuts as shown in Photo 2. Tighten using a 13mm socket / wrench.
3. Tighten the 12mm bolts using a 18mm wrench &
18mm socket.
4. Install the shock absorbers on the new bracket with
the supplied flat washers as shown in Photo 3 on
both sides of the shock and secure with the factory
hardware. Tighten using a 18mm wrench and 15mm
socket. Stock Shocks Shown in picture.
POST INSTALLATION
1. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure there is adequate clearance between all rotating,
mobile, fixed and heated members. Check steering for interference and proper working order.
2. Re torque all fasteners after 500 miles. Visually inspect components and re torque fasteners during routine
vehicle service.
Install 12mm x 65mm hardware & crush sleeve
PHOTO 1
Install 5/16” x 3/4” Hardware
PHOTO 2
PHOTO 3
Install Flat Washers here
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs.
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