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21. When re-assembling the V-Rod at the crossmember,
install one (1) additional Item 6 (Backer Plate) against
the forward cross member center channel face. The plate
thickness is approximately .31" (8mm). Account for this
in replacement hardware length specification.
22. Using a torque wrench, tighten the V-Rod crossmember
fastening hardware to OEM specifications (Figure 61).
23. Reposition any hoses and/or electrical wires that
were displaced or repositioned during removal and
replacement procedures.
24. Touch up any paint or undercoating of metal that may have
been exposed or damaged during the replacement process.
25. Re-connect the height control valve system and re-adjust
the ride height following vehicle OEM or height control
valve OEM procedures.
26. Remove the floor jack supporting the axle bowl.
27. Raise the rear of the vehicle using the vehicle's lift points
and remove the jack stands from under the vehicle frame.
Refer to procedures provided by the vehicle OEM.
28. Increase suspension air system reservoir pressure above 70
psig (4.83 bars) and check for leaks. All air springs should
inflate and raise the suspension to the proper ride height.
29. Check the ride height and make sure it is within ± .25"
(6 mm) of design specification and adjust as necessary.
Refer to the ride height adjustment instructions described
in Section 6.
30. Check the alignment of the suspension per vehicle
OEM instructions. If re-alignment is necessary, refer
to the alignment procedures described in Section 7.
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Component Replacement Instructions
Figure 61
V-ROD FASTENING
HARDWARE
FRAME
CROSSMEMBER
Figure 18 - page 18
(Note: Pinion plates are now xed)
V-ROD
FASTENING
HARDWARE
REAR V-ROD
ATTACHMENT
BOLT
V-ROD
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