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2003 DODGE RAM 2500 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - KIT #60093
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Short Description: 2003 DODGE 2500. 2. Lift cab and install cab passenger side spacer. blocks. ... 2003 DODGE 2500. 5. Install the bed passenger’s side spacer blocks. ...
Content Inside: WARNING This body lift kit should only be installed on vehicles in good working condition. Before installation, the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected for evidence of corro- sion or deformation of the sheet metal around the fac- tory body mounts. This body lift kit should not be installed on any vehicle that is suspected to have been in a collision or misused. Off road use of your vehicle with this body lift installed may increase the stress applied to the factory body mounts. We do not recom- mend that any vehicle with a body lift installed be involved in any extreme off road maneuvers such as jumping. Failure to observe this warning may result in serious personal injury and/or severe damage to your vehicle. WARNING Many states now have laws restricting bumper heights and vehicle lifts. Local laws should be consulted to 2003 DODGE RAM 2500 determine if the changes you intend to make to your vehicle comply with state laws. Before combining a INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - body lift with a suspension lift, consult an installation professional to see how this will affect your specific KIT #60093 application. WARNING WARNING Installation of a Performance Accessories body lift will The installation of larger wheel and tire combinations change the center of gravity and the handling charac- may reduce the effectiveness of the Anti-lock Braking teristics of the vehicle. Because of the higher center of System. gravity and larger tires, the vehicle will handle and WARNING react differently both on and off road. You must drive it safely! Extreme care must be taken to prevent vehicle Always wear eye protection when operating power rollover or loss of control, which could result in serious tools. injury or death. Avoid sudden sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers and always make sure all vehicle occu- WARNING pants have their seat belts fastened. Ensure that your vehicle tires are properly blocked and secured before you begin installation of this lift kit. WARNING Read and understand all instructions, warnings, cau- WARNING tions, and notes in this sheet and in your owners man- The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS, or air bag) ual before you begin the installation of this body lift kit. must be deactivated during lift kit installation to avoid accidental air bag deployment while working near SRS CAUTION sensors and wiring. Do not allow anyone near the air Proper installation of a Performance Accessories body bag during lift kit installation. Accidental deployment lift kit requires knowledge of the factory recommended can result in serious personal injury or death. Refer to procedures for disassembly and assembly of original your factory service manual/owner's manual for the equipment components. We recommend that the fac- recommended procedure to disable the SRS. The SRS tory shop manual and any special tools necessary to must be reactivated before driving the vehicle. your vehicle be on hand during the installation. Instal- lation of this body lift kit without proper knowledge of NOTE the factory recommended procedures may affect the Performance Accessories recommends using the Loc- performance of these components and the safety of tite supplied in the kit on all hardware unless noted in your vehicle. We strongly recommend that a certified the instructions. mechanic familiar with the installation of similar compo- nents install this body lift kit. 1 2003 DODGE 2500 Document OutlineA. Before you start.1. Read all warnings and instructions completely and carefully before you begin.2. Check to make sure the kit is complete (refer to the Parts List, section E).3. Only install this kit on the vehicle for which it is intended. If anytime during the installation you encounter something different from what is outlined in the instructions, call technical support at (928) 636-0979.4. Park the vehicle on a clean, dry, flat, level surface and block the tires so the vehicle cannot roll in either direction.5. Disconnect both battery cables. Disconnect the neg ative cable (1) first, then the positive cable (2) from the battery (3).6. Turn thumbwheel (4), lift cover (5), and remove two airbag fuses #52 and #53 (6 and 7) from the fuse panel (8). Fuse locations may vary, so check fuse chart.B. Get ready to install the kit.1. Remove the front bumper.2. Under the hood.3. Steering.4. Along the frame rails/under cab.5. Remove the fuel filler.6. Remove the rear bumper.7. Spare tire.C. Install the kit.1. Prepare to lift cab from frame.2. Lift cab and install cab passenger side spacer blocks.3. Install the cab drivers side spacer blocks.4. Finish the cab spacer block installation.5. Install the bed passengers side spacer blocks.6. Install the bed drivers side spacer blocks.7. Finish the bed spacer block installation.8. Install fuel filler.9. Along the frame rails/under cab.10. Under the hood.11. Kit steering extension.12. Install the front bumper.13. Spare tire carrier.14. Install the rear bumper.15. Install bed crush blocks.D. After installation is complete.1. Install two airbag fuses #52 and #53 (6 and 7) in fuse panel (8). Install cover (5) and tighten thumb wheel (4).2. Connect both battery cables to the battery (3). Be sure to reconnect the positive cable (2) first, then the negative cable (1).3. Check transfer case shift lever operation. Ensure there is complete engagement in all ranges. If nec essary, adjust linkage (188).4. Stick kit warning sticker on the dash in plain sight of all vehicle occupants.5. Double check the vehicle.8. Manual transmission - remove shift lever.a. Shift transmission extension shift lever (96) into neutral.b. Remove four screws (97) from boot (98) and console (99) and slide boot up on transmission extension shift lever (96).c. Unscrew transmission extension lever (96) from shift tower lever (100).d. Remove four bolts (101) and shift tower (102) from transmission (103).e. Remove rubber cover (104) from shift tower (102).f. Remove four screws (105), plate (106), and shim(s) (107) from shift tower (102).g. Remove shift tower lever (108) from shift tower (102).h. Remove two plastic shift tabs (109) and plastic ball end locator (110) from shift tower lever (108).9. Lengthen transmission shift lever.10. Install transmission shift lever.11. Manual 4wd - remove shift rod.12. Lengthen shift rod throw (you may have to perform this step after truck is lifted).13. Install shift rod (you may have to perform this step after truck is lifted).
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