ICON 194800D User manual

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PART # DESCRIPTION
91723 21-23 F150 TREMOR 2-3” 2.5 VS
IR COILOVER KIT
91723 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Using a properly rated jack, raise the front of the vehicle and support
the frame rails with jack stands. Ensure the jack stands are secure and set
properly before lowering the jack. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED
VEHICLE. Remove the front wheels/tires.
2. Disconnect the tie rod from the spindle using a 21mm and 10mm wrench.
3. Disconnect the sway bar link from spindle using a 21mm and T45 torx
wrench. [FIGURE 1]
INSTALLATION
7929 Lincoln Ave. Riverside, CA 92504
Phone: 951.689.ICON | Fax: [phone]
COMPONENTS INCLUDED
(1) 194800D 21 F150 TREMOR 2-3” 2.5 CO IR
UPKG DRIVER
(1) 194802 P 21-UP F150 TREMOR 2-3” 2.5 CO IR
UPKG PASS
HARDWARE INCLUDED
611019 HARDWARE KIT
(6) 605101 3/8”-16 X 1.00” HHCS (6) 605131 3/8” SPLIT LOCK WASHER
611052 HARDWARE KIT
(4) 605205 7/16”-14 X 2.75” HHCS
(4) 605230 7/16” SAE FLAT WASHER (4) 605231 WASHER-1.00” X 0.469” X 0.125”
TOOLS REQUIRED
JACK
JACK STANDS
TORQUE WRENCH
8MM SOCKET / WRENCH
10MM SOCKET / WRENCH
18MM SOCKET / WRENCH
21MM SOCKET / WRENCH
27MM SOCKET / WRENCH
5/16” SOCKET / WRENCH
9/16” SOCKET / WRENCH
5/8” SOCKET / WRENCH
TECH NOTES
1. ESTIMATED INSTALL TIME: 2-3 HOURS.
2. YOUR ICON COILOVER ASSEMBLIES COME FACTORY CHARGED TO 250 PSI. RELEASING NITROGEN
PRESSURE MAY LEAD TO SHOCK MALFUNCTION AND REDUCED RIDE QUALITY. FAILURE CAUSED BY
LOW NITROGEN PRESSURE IS NOT COVERED UNDER ICON’S WARRANTY POLICY.
3. MUST BE USED WITH ICON UCA 98522DJ OR 98523DJ.
4. FOR TREMOR EQUIPPED TRUCKS ONLY.
5. THE SHOCKS SHIP AT ICON’S RECOMMENDED RIDE HEIGHT. ICON DOES NOT RECOMMEND
ADJUSTING THE COIL BEYOND 1.75” OF THREADS BETWEEN THE BOTTOM OF THE TOP CAP AND
THE TOP OF THE COIL NUT. ADJUSTING BEYOND 1.875” OF THREAD SHOWING WILL REDUCE RIDE
QUALITY. DO NOT EXCEED 2.5” OF EXPOSED THREADS.
8-9-2023 REV.A
WARNING!
** READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY FROM START TO FINISH
BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION! IF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE
NOT PROPERLY FOLLOWED SEVERE FRAME, SUSPENSION AND TIRE
DAMAGE MAY RESULT TO THE VEHICLE!
** ICON VEHICLE DYNAMICS RECOMMENDS THAT YOU EXERCISE
EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING UNDER A VEHICLE THAT IS
SUPPORTED WITH JACK STANDS.
** ICON VEHICLE DYNAMICS RECOMMENDS ALL INSTALLATION TO
BE PERFORMED BY A PROFESSIONAL SHOP/SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
PRODUCT FAILURE CAUSED BY IMPROPER INSTALLATION WILL NOT BE
COVERED UNDER ICON’S WARRANTY POLICY.
FIG.1
FIG.2
4. Remove the 2 nuts from the lower shock mount
using an 18mm socket/wrench. [FIGURE 2]

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5. Support the spindle with a jack or strap and remove the lower control arm bolts from the frame using a 27 and 21mm socket/
wrench. This will allow you to separate the lower arm and lower shock studs. [FIGURE 3]
If you prefer to leave the lower arm in place, use a hammer to push the studs out of the lower bar pin assembly.
6. Remove the 3 nuts from the top of the factory shock assembly with an 18mm socket/wrench. The coilover can then be removed
completely. [FIGURE 4]
7. If the Lower arm was removed, re-install it at this time. Do not torque the pivot bolts until the truck is sitting on its own weight.
8. Using a hammer or a ball joint separator, separate the taper from the spindle. Remove the nut and disconnect the UCA from the
spindle. if applicable, refer to ICON Delta Joint Upper Control Arm installation instruction at this time.
9. Install ICON coil-over assembly now, using supplied 3/8” bolts (605101) and washers (605131) using a 9/16” socket/wrench
[Torque to 30 ft-lbs]. The charge port points out, away from the frame. [FIGURE 5]
FIG.3
FIG.4
FIG.5

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10. Use the supplied 7/16” bolts and washers to secure the ICON coil-over to the lower arm using a 5/8” wrench/socket. [Torque to
50 ft-lbs] The bar pin is installed to oset the shock forward to increase axle clearance. Each 7/16” bolt will get 2 washers, the thicker
black oxide washer will go against the Lower control arm, while the thinner yellow zinc washer will go against the head of the bolt.
[FIGURE 6 & 7]
11.Connect the upper control arm to the spindle using an 18mm socket/wrench. [Torque OEM balljoint to factory spec]
[75 ft-lbs for the ICON DELTA JOINT]
12. Connect the tie rod to the spindle using a 21mm and 10mm wrench. [Torque to factory spec]
13. Connect the swaybar link to the spindle using a 21mm and T45 torx wrench.
14. Repeat steps for passenger side.
15. Install Wheels and lower vehicle to the ground. [Torque to factory spec]
16. If the lower arms were removed from the frame pivots, tighten the bolts now. [Torque to factory spec]
17. Have the truck professionally aligned.
RETORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 100 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER.
VERIFY ALL FASTENERS ARE PROPERLY TORQUED BEFORE DRIVING VEHICLE.
FIG.7FIG.6
BOLTS
BAR PIN DIAGRAM
WASHERS
FRONT OF
TRUCK

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2.5 VS SERIES SHOCK & COILOVER TECHNICAL INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE
ICON shock absorbers are a high quality rebuildable race style shock absorber designed for optimal performance. With a unit of this caliber on your vehicle, routine
maintenance is required to keep them looking and operating in like new condition. Residual oil and assembly lube may be present at all seal paths from the factory out of the
box and is considered normal. Pooling of oil however is not acceptable at any time and one should contact the ICON dealer where purchased.
BELOW ARE GUIDELINES BASED ON HOW YOU USE YOUR VEHICLE BUT YOUR MILEAGE MAY VARY:
STREET USE:
• Send in for factory servicing every 40,000 miles or if a leak develops, ride quality decreases, or they begin to make excessive noise.
• Remove any buildup of road salt, mud, or debris from shocks and coil springs anytime accrued
• Clean with mild soap and water with each oil change or anytime you notice build up.
• Wax the cylinders yearly with automotive wax to prevent corrosion.
• Check nitrogen pressure yearly. (252004 charge needle assembly available at any ICON distributor)
• Check bearings for excessive wear yearly.
• DO NOT apply any type of lube to the upper and lower bearings.
STREET/DIRT:
• Send in for factory servicing every 15,000 miles or if a leak develops, ride quality decreases, or they begin to make excessive noise.
• Clean with mild soap and water with each oil change, oroad trip, or anytime you notice build up.
• Wax the cylinders yearly with automotive wax to prevent corrosion.
• Check nitrogen pressure each dirt outing. (252004 charge needle assembly available at any ICON distributor)
• Check bearings for excessive wear yearly.
• DO NOT apply any type of lube to the upper and lower bearings.
DIRT USE:
• Send in for factory servicing every 1,000 miles.
• Check nitrogen pressure each outing. (252004 charge needle assembly available at any ICON distributor)
• Remove any buildup of mud or debris from shocks and coil springs after every outing.
SELF-SERVICE:
• Contact ICON for service kits & tools at [phone].
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please visit: http://www.iconvehicledynamics.com/tech-support/registration/ to register your product.
ICON VEHICLE DYNAMICS SHOCK ABSORBER WARRANTY
This shock absorber has a 1 year warranty against any manufacturer’s defects. If a shock fails within the initial year of ownership, the shock must be shipped to ICON Vehicle
Dynamics for inspection and service. If a shock is inspected and it has been determined the shock failed due to neglect, damage caused by improper installation or any other
reason besides “normal wear and tear”, the owner of said shock is responsible for all service costs. This includes labor, parts, and shipping.
ICON Vehicle Dynamics warrants to the original retail purchaser who owns the vehicle on which the product was originally installed. ICON Vehicle Dynamics does not warrant
the product for finish, alterations, modifications and/or installation contrary to ICON Vehicle Dynamics instructions. ICON Vehicle Dynamics products are not designed, nor are
they intended to be installed on vehicles used in race applications, for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A “race” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles,
or a contest of one or more vehicles against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles, race
vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America and Canada.
ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at ICON Vehicle Dynamics’ discretion, of the defective product. Any and all costs
of removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges and incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty. Items that are subject to wear are
not considered defective when worn and are not covered.
ICON Vehicle Dynamics components must be installed as a complete kit as shown in our current application guide. Any substitutions or exemptions of required components will
immediately void the warranty. Some finish damage may happen to parts during shipping and is not covered under warranty.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty shall not apply to any product that has been improperly installed, modified or
customized subject to accident, negligence, abuse or misuse.
To send a shock in for warranty please visit our website http://www.iconvehicledynamics.com/tech-support/shock-service/
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