How to Install Fabtech 6 in. MagneRide Basic Lift System on your Sierra

REAR SUSPENSION

1. Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the rear end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE!

2. Remove and save the rear lower shock bolt. SEE FIGURE 1

3. Locate (FT20690BK)rear shock extension and factory bolt. Install the new bracket on the rear shock. Torque to 160 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 2

4. Locate the supplied 1/2” hardware. Rotate the shock 90 degrees and install the new bracket to the factory lower shock mount. Torque to 127 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 3

5. Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer’s specifications. Turn front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance. Note - Some oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper & valance.

6. Check front end alignment and set to factory specifications. Readjust headlights.

7. Recheck all bolts for proper torque.

8. Recheck brake hoses, ABS wires and suspension parts for proper tire clearance while turning tires fully left to right.

9. Check the fluid in the front and rear differential and fill if needed with factory specification differential oil. Note - some differentials may expel fluid after filling and driving. This can be normal in resetting the fluid level with the new position of the differential/s.

10. Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete product registration card and mail 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 replace as required.

RE-TORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND THEREAFTER UNTIL FASTENERS RETAIN TORQUE SETTING.