Air Lift 60822 User manual
For maximum effectiveness and safety,
pleasereadtheseinstructionscompletely
before proceeding with installation.
Failure to read these instructions can result in an
incorrect installation.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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may not depict
actual kit.
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may not depict
actual kit.
Kit 60822
2007-2009
Kia Sorrento
2MN-729
Air Lift 1000
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Introduction ...................................2
Important Safety Notice .............................................2
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Installing the Air Lift 1000 System................. 3
Hardware List .....................................................3
Tools List.........................................................3
Getting Started ....................................................3
Installing the Air Line................................................4
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Completing the Installation ...........................................
Maintenance and Servicing ...................... 7
Maintenance Guidelines .............................................7
Product Use ................................... 8
Frequently Asked Questions ..........................................8
Tuning the Air Pressure..............................................8
Guidelines for Adding Air.............................................9
Warranty and Return Policy ...................... 10
Replacement Information ........................ 11
Contact Information ............................ 11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Introduction
The purpose of this publication is to assist with the installation, maintenance and
Itisimportant toreadandunderstandthe entireinstallation guidebefore beginninginstallation
orperformingany maintenance, service or repair.The informationhereincludesa hardware
list, tools list, step-by-step installation information, maintenance guidelines and operating
tips.
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 pasengers that the truck
NOTATION EXPLANATION
Hazard notations appear in various locations in this publication.Information which is
highlightedby oneof thesenotationsmust beobserved tohelpminimize riskof personal injury
orpossible improper installation which may renderthevehicleunsafe.Notesareused 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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Item Part # Description.....................................Qty
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HARDWARE LIST TOOLS LIST
Description...................................................... Qty
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Safety stands.................................................................. 2
Safety glasses................................................................
Air compressor or compressed air source......................
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Installing the Air Lift 1000 System
Missing or damaged parts? Call Air Lift customer
STOP!
g. 1
Jack stand
Frame
Axle Jack
GETTING STARTED
2. Lower the axle or raise the body of the vehicle until the springs are completely extended
g. 2
Air spring
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type tire iron.
Whentheairspringis completely within the coil, remove the cap and allow the air spring
that the stem at the top can be accessed for attaching the hose.
INSTALLING THE AIR LINE
A tee air line installation is recommended unless the weight in the vehicle varies from one
sidetotheother and unequal pressures are needed to level the load or compensate for axle
torque transfer in racing application. Dual air lines are used in this case.
TEE AIR LINE ROUTING
adequate length of air line to reach from tee to the left and right side air springs.
2. Slide an air line clamp onto the air line.
3. Push the air line over one side of the tee until all the barbs are covered.With a pair of
spring seat to the air spring.
CAUTION
CAUTION
A
C
Use this procedure for all air
line connections:
a. Slide the air line clamp onto
the air line.
b. Push the air line over the
barbed stem.
c. Compress the ears on the
air line clamp with pliers and
slide it forward to fully cover
the barbed section.
g. 4
g. 3
Valve stem at
the top
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air line clamp upward until it fully covers the barbed section.
serves as an outside weather seal.
Option 1
Option 2
g. 6
g. 5
Stem Air line
Be sure to fully cover
the barbed section.
g. 8
g. 7
Vehicle body
or bumper
Air line
clamp
Hex nut
washer
Lock
washer
valve
Flat washer Air line
Hex nut
CAUTION
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CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
DUAL AIR LINE ROUTING
assuring that each valve will be protected and accessible with an air hose.
2. Determine and cut adequate length of air line to reach from valve location to left side
air spring.
3. Insert the air line through the spring seat and spacer.
4. Slide air clamp onto the cut air line.
slide the air line clamp forward until it fully covers barbed section.
excess.
spacers.
necessary, loosen clamps and rotate or move to obtain additional clearance.If heat
shields are supplied, install them.Attach shock absorbers if removed earlier in the
installation.
COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION
your air springs.See the maintenance and servicing guide for setting up the proper
pressure in your suspension system.
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Minimum Air Pressure Maximum Air Pressure
5 PSI 35 PSI
Maintenance and Servicing
MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
their air springs.
2. Always maintain at least the recommended minimum air pressure to prevent the air
OPERATING TIPS
toproperlymeshwiththe coil spring.After the vehicle is loaded, adjust your air pressure
down to level the vehicle and for ride comfort.
proportion to any overload condition.We reccommend a 2 PSI increase above normal
CAUTION
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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,
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.
g. 9 g. 10
Sway and body roll
g. 11
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GUIDELINES FOR ADDING AIR
2. When in doubt, always add air.
that it is heavily loaded.
4. If the front of the vehicle dives while braking, increase the pressure in the front air bags,
if equipped.
7. If the vehicle rocks and rolls, adjust the air pressure to reduce movement.
8. It may be necessary to maintain different pressures on each side of the vehicle.Loads
g. 12 g. 13
Level
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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
Productfailuresresultingfromabnormaluseormisuseareexcludedfromthiswarranty.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
LifeStyle 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
**formerly EasyStreet
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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
Ifyouhaveanyquestions,commentsorneedtechnicalassistancecontactourcustomerservice
www.airliftcompany.com.
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