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Instruction Manual for SuperSprings models including: SSA11 Suspension Helper Springs, SSA11, Suspension Helper Springs, Helper Springs, Springs
SAFETY NOTICE: We recommend installation be done by a professional or persons with sound mechanical knowledge. WARNING: These instructions are a general ...
17 feb 2022 — SAFETY NOTICE: We recommend installation be done by a professional or persons with sound mechanical knowledge. WARNING: These instructions are a general ...
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DocumentDocumentPART NUMBER SSA11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PRIMARY APPLICATIONS > RAM ProMaster 1500 4 X 2 (2014 - present) > RAM ProMaster 2500 4 X 2 (2014 - present) > RAM ProMaster 3500 4 X 2 (2014 - present) > Fiat Ducato 4 X 2 (2015 - present) BEFORE YOU BEGIN TOOLS REQUIRED > Floor Jack > Safety Jack Stands > Wheel Chocks > ¾" Wrench > ¾" Socket > Heavy Duty Clamps or SuperSprings Installation Tool PARTS LIST Item Part # Discription QTY A 102011 SSA11 Leaf Spring 2 B PSP 12 Polyurethane Spring Pad 2 C 122402 Shackle Blade 8 D 112124 ½-13 x 2 ¾" Hex Bolt 4 E 112125 ½-13 x 4 ½" Hex Bolt 4 F 112126 ½-13 Nylock Nut 8 G 112129 Steel Sleeve 4 H 112189 HDPE Roller 4 I 112140 Polyurethane Bushing 8 J 112127 ½" Nylon Washer 16 F CJ I D E A B GH Part Number: SSA11 Product Line: SUPERSPRINGS Page 1 SuperSprings International, Inc. 505 Maple Avenue Carpnteria, CA 93013 Installation Support +1 800 898 0705 support@supersprings.com superspringsint.com SAFETY NOTICE: We recommend installation be done by a professional or persons with sound mechanical knowledge. WARNING: These instructions are a general guide for installation. SuperSprings International, Inc. assumes no liability for the actual installation process. Consumers and installers should apply common automotive safety practices when raising and working on any vehicle. Do not put yourself in a position where, if the vehicle were to move unexpectedly, you may be injured. SuperSprings' products are designed to improve vehicle ride quality. Do not load any vehicle beyond the manufacturer's specifications. Never exceed the manufacturer's Gross Vehicle Rating (GVWR) located on your vehicles identification tag. BEFORE INSTALLATION: Ensure the vehicle is on a level surface, the parking brake is ON, with the ignition OFF, and place blocks in front of and behind the front tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. DURING AND/OR AFTER INSTALLATION: Ensure emergency brake cables are not touch-ing the SuperSprings. Secure any cables out of the way with zip ties or by re-routing. Ensure all A/C lines, brake cables, and frame are clear of contact or interference. REV. 2.0 | FEB 2022 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER SSA11 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Your part may have been loosely preassembled to show the final product as it will be once installed on your vehicle. Please disassemble the product before proceeding to the installation. INSTALLATION 1. Positioning the vehicle Vehicle must be on level solid surface. Ensure emergency brake is ON and Ignition is OFF. Chock both front and rear of the front tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. 2. Jack up vehicle elevate and support the frame securing with jack stands so that the axle is hanging with tires slightly off the ground. Wheel removal is suggested ONLY where bodies are mounted. 3. The SSA11 does not have a dedicated front and rear. However, the threaded ends of the spring eye and roller bolts should be pointing outboard, away from the frame. 4. Remove Shackle Roller Assemblies Using 3/4" tools, wrenches / sockets / ratchet, remove and set aside the bolts [ITEM E] and nuts [ITEM F] retaining the rollers [ITEM H] and sleeves [ITEM G] from the front and rear of the shackles. Rotate the shackles [ITEM C] toward the center and parallel to the spring. 5. PSP Install - Place PSP-12 [ITEM B] on top of the factory spring-plate, centered between the u-bolts, with the bumps facing down as in the diagram. 6. Place the SuperSpring on top of the PSP [ITEM B] above the OE leaf pack. 7. Shackle Attachment - Note: The top/spring eye shackle bolts are factory pre-torqued; no adjustment/ rther tightening is needed. If any are loosened by the installer then retorque to 30 . lbs. Shackle Attachment Front - Rotate the front shackles legs down on both sides of the leaf spring. Using ITL-1 or other high capacity clamp(s), compress the SuperSprings and factory leaf pack together. Place the Sleeve [ITEM G] and the Roller [ITEM H] between the Shackles and align with desired preload holes. Secure with ½-13 x 4-1/2" Hex bolt [ITEM E] and ½-13 Lock Nut [ITEM F]. Torque to 35 . lbs. Ensure there is clearance on all sides of the shackle. Shackle Attachment Rear Rotate the rear shackles legs down on both sides of the leaf spring. Using ITL-1 or other high capacity clamp(s), compress the SuperSprings and factory leaf pack together. Place the Sleeve [ITEM G] and the Roller [ITEM H] between the Shackles and align with desired preload holes. Secure with ½-13 x 4-1/2" Hex bolt [item E] and ½-13 Lock Nut [ITEM F]. Torque to 35 . lbs. Part Number: SSA11 Product Line: SUPERSPRINGS Page 2 SuperSprings International, Inc. 505 Maple Avenue Carpnteria, CA 93013 Installation Support +1 800 898 0705 support@supersprings.com superspringsint.com SAFETY NOTICE: We recommend installation be done by a professional or persons with sound mechanical knowledge. WARNING: These instructions are a general guide for installation. SuperSprings International, Inc. assumes no liability for the actual installation process. Consumers and installers should apply common automotive safety practices when raising and working on any vehicle. Do not put yourself in a position where, if the vehicle were to move unexpectedly, you may be injured. SuperSprings' products are designed to improve vehicle ride quality. Do not load any vehicle beyond the manufacturer's specifications. Never exceed the manufacturer's Gross Vehicle Rating (GVWR) located on your vehicles identification tag. BEFORE INSTALLATION: Ensure the vehicle is on a level surface, the parking brake is ON, with the ignition OFF, and place blocks in front of and behind the front tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. DURING AND/OR AFTER INSTALLATION: Ensure emergency brake cables are not touch-ing the SuperSprings. Secure any cables out of the way with zip ties or by re-routing. Ensure all A/C lines, brake cables, and frame are clear of contact or interference. REV. 2.0 | FEB 2022 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PART NUMBER SSA11 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Your part may have been loosely preassembled to show the final product as it will be once installed on your vehicle. Please disassemble the product before proceeding to the installation. INSTALLATION 8. Adjust spring location front to back so that the Rollers have minimum ½" of clearance from spring clamps or the end of the next shorter leaf. Also confirm that there is adequate clearance around the SuperSpring from the frame, brake lines, harnesses, etc. In some cases, it may be necessary to bend routing brackets to adjust position of the brake lines or harnesses for clearance. 9. Repeat steps 3 through 8 on passenger side. 10. Lower the vehicle elevate chassis, remove the jack stands, lower to the ground. Remove wheel chocks from front wheels. 11. Final Check Check the position of the SuperSprings ensuring for correct hardware application and orientation. Observe all hardware ensuring for static and dynamic interference clearances. Recheck all hardware to ensure it is securely tightened. 12. Register the warranty for your SuperSprings International part. A warranty card can be found in the box your part came in. NOTE: A er 200-500 miles of driving, recheck all hardware again for tightness. Part Number: SSA11 Product Line: SUPERSPRINGS Page 3 SuperSprings International, Inc. 505 Maple Avenue Carpnteria, CA 93013 Installation Support +1 800 898 0705 support@supersprings.com superspringsint.com SAFETY NOTICE: We recommend installation be done by a professional or persons with sound mechanical knowledge. WARNING: These instructions are a general guide for installation. SuperSprings International, Inc. assumes no liability for the actual installation process. Consumers and installers should apply common automotive safety practices when raising and working on any vehicle. Do not put yourself in a position where, if the vehicle were to move unexpectedly, you may be injured. SuperSprings' products are designed to improve vehicle ride quality. Do not load any vehicle beyond the manufacturer's specifications. Never exceed the manufacturer's Gross Vehicle Rating (GVWR) located on your vehicles identification tag. BEFORE INSTALLATION: Ensure the vehicle is on a level surface, the parking brake is ON, with the ignition OFF, and place blocks in front of and behind the front tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. DURING AND/OR AFTER INSTALLATION: Ensure emergency brake cables are not touch-ing the SuperSprings. Secure any cables out of the way with zip ties or by re-routing. Ensure all A/C lines, brake cables, and frame are clear of contact or interference. REV. 2.0 | FEB 2022