Air Lift 59113 Installation guide
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- Utility Vehicle
- Type
- Installation guide
For maximum effectiveness and safety,
please read these instructions completely
before proceeding with installation.
Failure to read these instructions can result in an
incorrect installation.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Kit 59113
2002-2007 Dodge
1500, 2WD & 4WD
Introduction ....................................... 2
Important Safety Notice .............................................
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Installation Diagrams ...............................3
Hardware List .....................................................5
Tools List .........................................................5
Installing the SlamAir System ........................5
Important Installation Information ......................................5
Getting Started ....................................................6
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Assembling the Installation Tool .......................................7
Installing the L-Brackets .............................................7
Attaching the Lower Bracket ..........................................
Positioning the Upper Bracket .........................................
Attaching the Upper Bracket ..........................................
Installing the Air Spring ..............................................9
Aligning the Air Spring ...............................................
Installing the Air Lines ...............................................
Checking for Leaks .................................................
Fixing Leaks ......................................................
Installation Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance and Servicing ..........................14
Minimum and Maximum Pressure ......................................
Maintenance Guidelines .............................................
Warranty and Return Policy ..........................15
Product Use ......................................16
Frequently Asked Questions ..........................................
Tuning the Air Pressure ..............................................
Guidelines for Adding Air .............................................
Replacement Information ............................17
Contact Information ................................17
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Introduction
The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and
troubleshooting of the SlamAir air spring kit.
It is important to read and understand the entire installation guide before beginning installation
or performing any maintenance, service or repair. The information here includes a hardware
list, tool list, step-by-step installation information, maintenance tips, safety information and
a troubleshooting guide.
Air Lift Company reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products and
www.airliftcompany.com for the latest version of this manual.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
of the vehicle. Check your vehicle’s owner’s manual and do not exceed the maximum load
listed for your vehicle.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle
Payload: The combined, maximum allowable weight of cargo and passengers that the truck
NOTATION EXPLANATION
Hazard notations appear in various locations in this publication. Information which is
highlighted by one of these notations must be observed to help minimize risk of personal injury
or possible improper installation which may render the vehicle unsafe. Notes are used to help
emphasize areas of procedural importance and provide helpful suggestions. The following
Indicates a procedure, practice or hint which is important to highlight.
DANGER
NOTE
WARNING
CAUTION
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Installation Diagram
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Please read the instructions completely
before attempting to install.
Figure 1
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This installation would be typical for
a shackle or complete leaf spring
replacement for lowering the truck.
In some situations, the upper
bracket will need to be mounted
in an inverted position. Carefully
read the instructions for proper
installation.
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Installation Diagram
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Please read the instructions completely
before attempting to install.
Figure 2
This installation would be typical for a ipped axle
lowering application.
NOTE: It will be necessary to use the “L” bracket (Q)
so that the lower bracket has something to lock to.
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Installing the SlamAir System
TOOLS LIST
Description .............................................. Qty
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Safety stands ........................................................
Safety glasses ......................................................
Torque wrench......................................................
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Crescent wrench...................................................
Description .............................................. Qty
sockets .................................................................
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Heavy duty drill .....................................................
Hose cutter, razor blade, or sharp knife ...............
Air compressor or compressed air source ............
Spray bottle with dish soap/water solution ...........
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION
The following is a guide to help you decide how this SlamAir kit will be mounted, depending
on how your vehicle was lowered.
This kit typically mounts behind the axle but with some late model applications it can be
mounted forward of the axle if needed. The installation tool included with the kit will help check
for obstacles and help decide which of the installations discussed is best for the vehicle.
Shackle or Leaf Spring Drops: For these applications the air spring assembly can be
this kit with the axle hanging. Use the installation tool to determine whether the upper
bracket will need to be inverted. First try to install the upper and lower bracket like
instructed in the Assembling the Installation Tool
set the assembly on the leaf spring and the upper bracket cannot be properly aligned
on the middle section of the frame rail, it may be necessary to invert the upper bracket
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HARDWARE LIST
Missing or damaged parts? Call Air Lift customer
STOP!
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RAISING THE VEHICLE
lower the axle as necessary.
a. If the vehicle is raised with an axle contact hoist, place axle stands under the frame
and lower the axle as needed.
b. If the vehicle is raised with a frame contact hoist, place axle stands under the axle
and lower the frame as needed.
c. If the vehicle is raised with a jack and supported with axle stands on the frame, use
GETTING STARTED
distance between the bottom edge of the wheel-well and the center of the hub when the
perfectly level.
level surface.
raise the rear end so that the vehicle achieves the custom, lowered ride height.
g. 4
g. 3
Custom
ride height
Flipped Axle Drops: For these applications you will install the air spring assembly as
lower bracket to attach, preventing the lower bracket from moving down the leaf spring
and causing misalignment. For most of these types of installations it will be necessary
Lowering Kits Using Notched Frames
kit depending on how the upper bracket lines up with the c-notch.
On some models or applications it may be necessary to invert the upper bracket in a “legs
up” position to achieve the correct mounting height. Do not hang the axle on a frame contact
hoist while checking for proper placement of the upper bracket. The vehicle must be in the
custom ride height condition—how the vehicle would sit in the driveway or parking lot.
NOTE
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g. 5
Upper bracket
Installation tool
Lower bracket
Nylon nut
ASSEMBLING THE INSTALLATION TOOL
and will also position the upper bracket for drilling the bolt holes. The tool attaches to
the upper and lower bracket and is rigid so that it will self-align the upper bracket. The
threaded section of the upper part of the tool ensures that the air spring can only be
mounted at the correct height. This kit is intended to be mounted behind the axle.
As stated in the Important Information section, it may be necessary to invert the upper
bracket based on the type of drop installed.
Leave loose for later adjustment.
INSTALLING THE L-BRACKETS (For ipped axle lowered applications)
stops the axle from hanging, remove the lower shock bolts.
to clear the leaf spring centering pin.
bracket. Clamp the leaf spring together with a c-clamp so the leaf center pin can be
There are two different size spacers. Use the pin that ts and discard the other.
centering pin.
5. Set the lower L-bracket on the leaf, making sure the centering pin goes through the slot
on the L-bracket. Drop the axle down, and reinstall the u-bolts. Slightly tighten the u-bolts
It is recommended that the u-bolts be replaced with new ones (not provided).
6. Install the L-bracket on the other side, repeating the steps above.
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
In some situations, the
upper bracket will need to
be mounted in an inverted
position. Carefully read
the instructions for proper
installation.
g. 6
L-bracket
g. 7
Centering pin
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ATTACHING THE LOWER BRACKET
On some late model applications the assembly can be mounted forward of the axle if
needed.
placed over the edge of the spring retaining plate, secure the lower bracket to the leaf
The bracket will pull down at to the leaf spring when the nyloc nuts are tightened.
POSITIONING THE UPPER BRACKET
At this point you should have determined how the upper bracket needs to be positioned,
(legs down or inverted with legs up). Also, it should be determined where the assembly will
be mounted, depending on the drop used and whether the L-bracket was installed.
are in the middle section of the frame. The mounting holes must not fall on the rounded
edges of the frame rail and AT LEAST 1.5” must be left above the top of the upper
bracket for air tting clearance.
ATTACHING THE UPPER BRACKET
IMPORTANT: Please read this entire section before drilling any holes.
g. 8
U-bolt
Nyloc nut
Flat washer
Clamp bar
g. 9
Check for sufcient clearance
around the installation tool.
CAUTION
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
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Nyloc nut
Flat washer
Driver-side installation
On the driver-side installation there is a wiring loom on the inside frame rail, behind the
axle. This is why a self tapping screw is used to install the upper bracket. Please keep
in mind that if the upper bracket is installed in alocation different than the normal stock
mounting, this may alter where this hole lines up. Adjust and attach the upper bracket
accordingly.
installation tool and save the hardware for later air spring mounting.
5. Move the upper bracket back to the mounting location and secure at the forward, lower
NOTE
Passenger-side installation
g. 11
Nyloc nut
Flat washer
head bolt
INSTALLING THE AIR SPRING
This swivel air tting is precoated with a sealant.
NOTE
(optional inverted
upper bracket)
(optional inverted
upper backet)
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ALIGNING THE AIR SPRING
IMPORTANT:
the upper and lower brackets. This can be accomplished by lightly tapping it inboard
be a symmetrical cushion of air around the base of the air spring when correctly positioned
to hold the air spring with any type of tool.
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Flat washer
Air spring
Nylon nut
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INSTALLING THE AIR LINES
b. License plate recess in bumper.
c. Under the gas cap access door.
d. Through license plate itself.
What ever the chosen location is, make sure there is enough clearance around the ination
valves for an air chuck.
NOTE
g. 14
Good Cut
Bad Cut
CAUTION
g. 15
or bumper
Star washer
Hex nut
Hex nut
Flat washer
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CAUTION
movement that might pull on the air line.
CHECKING FOR LEAKS
looking for bubbles in the soapy water.
FIXING LEAKS
additional two turns.
a. Check the valve core by tightening it with a valve core tool.
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Technician’s Signature _________________________________
Date _________________
clearance from anything that might rub against each sleeve. Be sure to check the tire,
brake drum, frame, shock absorbers and brake cables.
Checking for Leaks
the vehicle is road tested.
springs and air lines. If a heat shield was included in the kit, install it. If there is no heat
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U-bolt lock nuts ....................
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for clearance, loose fasteners and air leaks.
operating instructions with the owner. Be sure to provide the owner with all of the
paperwork that came with the kit.
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Before Operating
Air pressure requirements: I understand the air pressure requirements of my air spring
height at all times.
the source should be identified and moved, if possible. If it is not possible to relocate
the cause of the abrasion, the air spring may need to be remounted. If professionally
installed, the installer should be consulted. Check all fasteners for tightness.
POST-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Maintenance and Servicing
Maximum Air PressureMinimum Air Pressure
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MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
By following these steps, vehicle owners will obtain the longest life and best results from their
air spring.
Increase or decrease pressure from the system as necessary to attain the custom ride
axle.
5. Always add air to the springs in small quantities, checking the pressure frequently. Sleeves
6. Should it become necessary to raise the vehicle by the frame, make sure the system is
NOTE
CAUTION
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Air Lift Company warrants its products, for the time periods listed below, to the original
retail purchaser against manufacturing defects when used on catalog-listed applications on
cars, vans, light trucks and motorhomes under normal operating conditions for as long as
Air Lift manufactures the product. The warranty does not apply to products that have been
improperly applied, improperly installed, used in racing or off-road applications, used for
commercial purposes, or which have not been maintained in accordance with installation
instructions furnished with all products. The consumer will be responsible for removing
Air Lift will repair or replace, at its option, defective products or components. A minimum
Product failures resulting from abnormal use or misuse are excluded from this warranty. The
loss of use of the product, loss of time, inconvenience, commercial loss or consequential
product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary
from state-to-state. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. The above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. There are no warranties, expressed or implied
warranty period. There are no warranties that extend beyond the description on the face
Air Lift 1000 .................... Lifetime Limited
RideControl .................... Lifetime Limited
SlamAir ........................... Lifetime Limited
LoadLifter 5000*............. Lifetime Limited
EasyStreet Systems ......... 1 Year Limited
Load Controller (I) ............ 2 Year Limited
Load Controller (II) ........... 2 Year Limited
SmartAir ............................ 2 Year Limited
Wireless AIR...................... 2 Year Limited
Other Accessories ............ 2 Year Limited
Warranty and Returns Policy
*formerly SuperDuty
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Product Use
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Will installing air springs increase the weight ratings of a vehicle?
Q. Is it necessary to keep air in the air springs at all times and how much pressure
will they need?
The minimum air pressure should be maintained at all times. The minimum air pressure
keeps the air spring in shape, ensuring that it will move throughout its travel without
rubbing or wearing on itself.
Q. Is it necessary to add a compressor system to the air springs?
No. Air pressure can be adjusted with any type of compressor as long as it can produce
a lot of work.
Q. How long should air springs last?
Q. Will raising the vehicle on a hoist for service work damage the air springs?
No. The vehicle can be lifted on a hoist for short-term service work such as tire rotation
or oil changes. However, if the vehicle will be on the hoist for a prolonged period of time,
support the axle with jack stands in order to take the tension off of the air springs.
TUNING THE AIR PRESSURE
stability.
1. Level vehicle
If the vehicle’s headlights are shining into the trees or the vehicle is leaning to one side,
and level the vehicle.
2. Ride comfort
If the vehicle has a rough and harsh ride it may be due to either too much pressure or
3. Stability
Stability translates into safety and should be the priority, meaning the driver may need
requires an increase in pressure.
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Bad headlight aim
Sway and body roll
g. 19
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Replacement Information
If you need replacement parts, contact the local dealer or call Air Lift customer service at
Contact Air Lift Company customer service at (800) 248-0892, rst if:
Contact the retailer where the kit was purchased:
Contact Information
If you have any questions, comments or need technical assistance contact our customer service
www.airliftcompany.com.
GUIDELINES FOR ADDING AIR
that it is heavily loaded.
equipped.
7. If the vehicle rocks and rolls, adjust the air pressure to reduce movement.
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Bottoming out
Unlevel
Level
SlamAir
Thank you for purchasing Air Lift products — the professional installer’s choice!
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