Link DURALIFT II Instrucciones De Instalación página 2

1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing a Link Duralift II liftable suspen-
sion. We want to help you to get the best results from
the suspension and to operate it safely. This manual
contains information to introduce you to the Link Du-
ralift II liftable suspension and to assist you with its in-
stallation and maintenance. The manual is intended
solely for use with this product.
All information in this manual is based on the latest in-
formation available at the time of printing. Link Manu-
facturing reserves the right to change its products or
manuals at any time without notice. Contact Link at
(800) 222-6283 for information on recent changes to
products.
Defective or damaged components should be returned
to Link with a pre-arranged Returned Goods Authoriza-
tion (RGA) number through the Customer Service De-
partment. The damaged or defective component may
then be replaced if in compliance with warranty condi-
tions.
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE ENTIRE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BE READ THOR-
OUGHLY BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH SUSPEN-
SION INSTALLATION.
2. SAFETY SYMBOLS, TORQUE SYMBOL, and
NOTES
This is the safety alert symbol.
It is used to alert you to poten-
tial personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid pos-
sible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a potential-
ly hazardous situation which, if
WARNING
not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if
CAUTION
not avoided, could result in mi-
nor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safe-
ty alert symbol indicates a po-
CAUTION
tentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.
The torque symbol alerts you
to tighten fasteners to a speci-
fied torque value.
A Note provides information or
NOTE:
suggestions that help you cor-
rectly perform a task.
3. SAFE WORKING PRACTICES:
3.1 CAUTION
When handling parts, wear appropriate gloves,
eyeglasses, ear protection, and other safety
equipment.
3.2 CAUTION
Practice safe lifting procedures. Consider size,
shape, and weight of assemblies. Obtain help or
the
assistance of a crane when lifting heavy assem-
blies. Make certain the path of travel is clear.
4. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
4.1 In order for this suspension to operate proper-
ly, it must operate in the parameters specified by
Link.
4.2 The installer must verify the vehicle is config-
ured properly for the lift axle(s) being added.
4.3 It is the responsibility of the installer to deter-
mine the location of the suspension in order to ob-
tain proper load distribution.
4.4 Suspension Identification: Each assembly has
an identification tag located on the hanger of the
suspension on the drivers side of the vehicle. The
plate includes the Link part number for the axle and
the wheel end kit, and the suspension serial num-
ber.
4.5 No alterations of any Link suspension
component is permitted without proper authoriza-
tion from qualified Link personnel.
4.6 No welding of any suspension components is
permitted except when specified by Link.
4.7 CAUTION The vehicle manufacturer should
be consulted before any modifications are made to
the frame of the vehicle. Cutting or altering the
frame in certain areas may affect the manufactur-
er's warranty.
4.8 WARNING
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that
compliance with FMVSS 121 is maintained by the
braking system.