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How to Install ReadyLIFT 2 in. Leveling Kit on your F-150
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Please read Instructions thoroughly and completely before beginning installation.
Installation by a certified mechanic is recommended.
ReadyLIFT Suspension Inc. is NOT responsible for any damage or failure resulting from improper installation.
Safety Warning: Suspension systems or components that enhance the on and off-road performance of your vehicle may cause it to handle differently than it did from the factory. Extreme care must be used to prevent loss of control or vehicle rollover during abrupt maneuvers. Always operate your vehicle at reduced speeds to ensure your ability to control your vehicle under all driving conditions. Failure to drive safely may result in serious injury or death to driver and passengers. Driver and passengers must ALWAYS wear your seat belts, avoid quick sharp turns and other sudden maneuvers. ReadyLIFT Suspension Inc. does not recommend the combined use of suspension lifts, body lifts, or other lifting devices. You should never operate your vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Constant maintenance is required to keep your vehicle safe. Thoroughly inspect your vehicle before and after every off-road use.
Installation Warning: All steps and procedures described in these instructions were performed while the vehicle was properly supported on a two post vehicle lift with safety jacks. Use caution during all disassembly and assembly steps to insure suspension components are not over extended causing damage to any vehicle components and parts included in this kit. Included instructions are guidelines only for recommended procedures and are not meant to be definitive. Installer is responsible to insure a safe and controllable vehicle after performing modifications.
ReadyLIFT Suspension Inc. recommends the use of an OE Service Manual for model/year of vehicle when disassembly and assembly of factory and related components. Unless otherwise specified, tighten all bolts and fasteners to standard torque specifications listed within the OE Service Manual, or as referenced in the torque specification list provided in these instructions.
Suspension components that use rubber or urethane bushings should be tightened with the vehicle at normal ride height. This will prevent premature wear or failure of the bushing and maintain ride comfort. Larger tire and wheel combinations may increase leverage on suspension, steering, and related components. Due to payload options and initial ride height variances, the amount of lift is a base figure. Final ride height dimensions may vary in accordance to original vehicle ride height. Always measure the vehicle ride height prior to beginning installation.
Vehicle ride height chart
Installation Instructions (66-2055 & T6-2055)
Raise and support front of vehicle on level ground.
Remove front wheels.
View of front suspension.
Disconnect lower sway bar end link at lower control arm.
Disconnect ABS/vacuum line brackets on spindle/upper arm.
Loosen upper ball joint and leave connected.
Carefully strike spindle as shown to seperate ball joint
Photo shows separated upper ball joint.
Remove lower coil over mounting hardware.
Gently tap bolt and remove lower bolt.
Loosen outer tie rod nut and leave connected.
Carefully strike spindle to separate tie rod, remove nut.
Upper coil over mount, remove clip and note wiring route.
Remove mounting nuts and note, cast spacer orientation.
Remove coil-over, note retaining clip and remove spacer
Shown, 66-2055 upper strut extension kit.
Remove cast spacer and mount new spacer w/OE nuts.
Once tightened cut OE studs flush with top of new spacer.
Shown T6-2055, screw bolts into spacer and torque
Place spacer on top of strut assembly
Measure and cut off OE studs flush with top of spacer
.Install spacer on top of strut using OE hardware
Reinstall cast spacer in original position
Bolt strut assembly into original position with new hardware
In order to reinstall strut remove (6) rear skid plate bolts
Support suspension and remove lower control arm bolts
Position lower strut mount into LCA and reattach lower bolt
Raise LCA into frame and reattach with OE bolts
Raise suspension and reattach upper ball joint
Reconnect ABS wiring, sway bar end link and outer tie rod
Reinstall wheels/tires lower to ground, test drive, align
Final Checks & Adjustments
Post Installation Warnings: Once the vehicle is lowered to the ground, check all parts which have rubber or urethane components to insure proper torque. Torque wheels to factory specs. Move vehicle backwards and forwards a short distance to allow suspension components to adjust. Turn the front wheels completely left then right and verify adequate tire, wheel, brake line, and ABS wire clearance. Test and inspect steering, brake and suspension components for tightness and proper operation. Inspect brakes hoses and ABS lines for adequate slack at full extension. Failure to perform the post inspection checks may result in vehicle component damage and/or personal injury or death to driver and/or passengers. Test drive vehicle and re-check the torque of all fasteners and re-torque wheels on vehicle. Readjust headlamps.
Vehicle Handling Warning: Vehicles with larger tires and wheels will handle differently than stock vehicles. Take time to familiarize yourself with the handling of your vehicle.
Wheel Alignment/Headlamp Adjustment: It is necessary to have a proper and professional wheel alignment performed by a certified alignment technician. Align the vehicle to factory specifications. It is recommended that your vehicle alignment be checked after any off-road driving. In addition to your vehicle alignment, for your safety and others, it is necessary to check and adjust your vehicle headlamps for proper aim and alignment
Vehicle Re-Torque and Safety Inspection: Upon completion of all services and adjustments performed on your vehicle, and within 50 miles of driving, check to ensure all fasteners and hardware are properly torqued to specification as noted in the vehicles factory service manual or the torque chart included.
