Ford - F 350 - Parts Catalogue - 2005 - 2007 (2)

FORD F350 SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CABS W/ AMBULANCE PREP PACKAGE 2005-2007 MODELS Link Part Nos. 8M000068 Questions ? Contact this Professional Installer : Company : _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Phone : _________________________________________ 090527 80001508 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INDEX 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 3 OE SHOCK AND ROLL BAR REMOVAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 5 DRIVER SIDE DISASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 6 DRIVER SIDE ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 7 PASSENGER SIDE DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 9 PASSENGER SIDE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 9 LATERAL CONTROL ROD & STABILIZER BAR . . . . . . . . . . pg. 10 SHOCKS AND BRAKE LINE ROUTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 11 AIR CONTROL SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 11 ELECTRICAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 13 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS INDEX 11.0 FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 14 12.0 OPERATION GUIDELINES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 15 13.0 SERVICE & MAINTAINENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 17 MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION TORQUE TABLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 16 PARTS LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 18 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20 OWNERS GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 21 DRIVELINE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 23 2 1. INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT! It is important that the entire installation instructions be read thoroughly before proceeding with suspension installation. WARNING! A correct installation must result in the suspension and axle being “loaded” within the range specified by axle and suspension manufacturers. Please check vehicle specifications and intended usage to insure axle will be within Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). No alteration of any suspension component is permitted. Link Mfg. Is not responsible for damages from improper installation or operations beyond design capability. Link Mfg. In its sole discretion shall determine whether or not any product is defective or otherwise covered by warranty. PRODUCT INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITIES
Installer is responsible for installing the product in accordance with Link Mfg. specifications and installation instructions.
Installer is responsible for providing proper vehicle components and attachments as well as required or necessary clearance for suspension components, axles, wheels, tires, and other vehicle components to ensure a safe and sound installation and operation.
Installer is responsible for advising the owner of proper use, service and maintenance required by the product and for supplying maintenance and other instruction as readily available from Link Mfg.. SAFETY SYMBOLS, TORQUE SYMBOL, and NOTES This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. The torque symbol alerts you to tighten fasteners to a specified torque value. NOTE: WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situaWARNING tion which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. A Note provides information or suggestions that help you correctly perform a task. The electrical symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards which, if not avoided, may result in injury to personnel or damage to equipment. Proper tightening of U-Bolt nuts and mounting nuts are required for proper operation. Need for proper Torque value is indicated by wrench symbol and values will be found in Table 12-1 in Maintenance section of the instructions. Failure to maintain proper torque can cause component failure resulting in accident with consequent injury. 3 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Check the vehicle wheel alignment prior to installation to insure no precondition already exists; record the information for verification.
Remove the attached body, if applicable. Remember to disconnect all electrical connections to the body, and fuel filler tube, before removing the body. The installation can also be completed using a lift to raise the vehicle. If using a lift, chassis body removal may not be necessary but removal of rear wheels will aid in installation.
If not using a lift, block the front wheels and apply the emergency brake so the vehicle cannot roll.
Jack up the rear frame of the truck in order to unload the rear leaf springs (or use an overhead hoist). Do not lift the wheels off the ground (if not using a lift to install the suspension). Do not jack on the axle itself.
Install the suspension in the listed sequence. Install one side of the suspension at a time. First, install the driver side completely, then install the passenger side. Removal of the rear wheels may aid in installation, but it is not necessary.
Measure & record the wheelbase and centering dims before beginning installation. 4 INTRODUCTION (cont.) INSTALLATION NOTES:
Drilling of “4” new frame holes will be required for mounting of the Air Spring brackets during the suspension installation.
Minimum clearances required for proper suspension operation Between Exhaust and Air Spring : 3 inches (unless heat shield is provided) Between Tire and Air Spring : 1.5 inches. Between Exhaust and any suspension hard point : 1.0 inch (e.g. Lateral Control Rod) 2. OE SHOCK AND ROLL BAR REMOVAL 1. Remove the OEM shock absorbers and retain the mounting fasteners for later use. 2. Remove the OEM stabilizer bar and brackets/linkages from the axle and frame. Retain the bolts from the axle brackets for future use. See Figure 2-1. Reattach the brake cable to the passenger side stabilizer bar bracket location (same location as before removing brackets). RETAIN THESE BOLTS RETAIN ALL SHOCK BOLTS & NUTS DISCARD OEM BRACKET DISCARD OEM SHOCKS DISCARD OEM STABILIZER LINK DISCARD OEM STABILIZER BAR FIG. 2-1 5 3. DRIVER SIDE DISASSEMBLY 1. With weight taken off the rear springs, as noted in pre-installation checklist, remove the front and rear bolts from the leaf spring. See Figure 3-1. REAR LEAF SPRING HANGER & BOLT CAUTION: Take care when removing the leaf spring bolt(s). The leaf spring may move unexpectedly. 2. Remove existing U-bolts that attach the axle to the leaf spring. After this is done, axle, spring, and hanger will be loose. Remove and discard these components. See Figure 3-2. 3. Remove the front spring hanger bracket, rear leaf spring hanger bracket, and any overload spring brackets. These can be removed by grinding, or air chiseling, the heads off the factory-installed rivets, and using a hammer and punch to remove remainder of the rivet. See Figures 3-1 & 3-3. FIG. 3-1 JOUNCE BUMPER U-BOLTS, SPRING PACK, & LOWER AXLE BRACKET NOTE: Removal of the rear leaf spring hanger bracket is not required for suspension fit. NOTE: In removing the front hanger brackets it will also be necessary to remove the rivets on the bottom of the frame attaching the crossmember to the frame. FIG. 3-2 FRONT HANGER BRACKET, BOLTS & NUTS 4. Remove the OE jounce bumper. See Figure 3-2. FIG. 3-3 6 4. DRIVER SIDE ASSEMBLY 1. Review Figures 4-1 & 12-3 to acquaint yourself with the various parts of the UltraRide suspension. AIR SPRING MOUNT BRACKET FRONT HANGER BRACKET AIR SPRING AIR SPRING ADAPTER PLATE UPPER AXLE MOUNT BRACKET LOWER CONTROL ARM BOLT SPACER TUBE LOWER AXLE MOUNT BRACKET FIG. 4-1 FIG. 4-2 2. If the parking brake cable runs in front of the axle on the passenger side, remove the attachment bolt from the axle/shock bracket. It will be repositioned in Section 8. 3. Fasten the Front Hanger to the frame using the (8) 9/16 x 1 1/2 UNF BOLTS, (8) 9/16 UNF NUTS and (16) 9/16 FLAT WASHERS. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) 4. Place the Upper Axle Bracket onto the top of the axle and spaced appropriately over the axle seat. Insert the (4) 1/2 x 8 UNC BOLTS into the Upper Axle Bracket. 7 OEM BOLTS FASTEN UPPER AXLE BRACKET ON DRIVER SIDE ONLY REAM THESE HOLES TO 0.47” 5. Place the air spring assembly onto the Upper Axle Bracket. Ream the indicated holes to 0.47” to insure clearance. Also drill 2 new holes as indicated to 0.47” Fasten the Upper Air Spring Mount to the frame using the (5) 7/16 x 1 1/4 UNC FLANGE BOLTS and (5) 7/16 UNC TOP LOCK FLANGE NUTS with the nuts on the outside of the frame. See Figure 43 & 4-4. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) Notes: Some holes in the bracket are clearance holes only. The passenger side will have 4 of the 5 bolts as welded in studs on the Lateral Control Rod Mount. 6. DRIVER SIDE ONLY: Fasten the Upper Axle Bracket to the OEM stabilizer bar mount location on the axle using the 10mm OEM fasteners that were retained from Section 2.2. See Figure 4-2. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) Note: Do not over-tighten these bolts to prevent stripping the captive nut. DRILL THESE HOLES TO 0.47” FIG. 4-3 REAM THESE HOLES TO 0.47” 7. Fasten the Lower Axle Bracket to the Upper Axle Bracket using the (4) 1/2 UNC TOP LOCK NUTS. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) Note: if contacting the brake lines, hand caulk the brake line down and towards the axle to make clearance at least 1/4” between the brake line and the axle brackets. 8. Bolt the Upper Axle Bracket to the Lower Axle Bracket from the front using (2) 1/2 x 1 1/4 UNC FLANGE BOLTS. See Figure 4-5. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) DRILL THESE HOLES TO 0.47” FIG. 4-4 9. Bolt the Air Spring Adapter Plate to the Upper Axle Bracket using the (2) 3/8 X 1 1/4 UNC HEX BOLTS and (2) 3/8 UNC TOP LOCK FLANGE NUTS. PASSENGER SIDE ONLY: Bolt the heat shield around the Air Spring with the 1/4 X 1 CARRIAGE HEAD BOLT, WASHER, and NUT. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) 10. Insert the bolt spacer tube into the bushing IDs of the Lower Control Arm. Loosely fasten the Lower Control Arm to the Lower Axle Bracket using the 5/8 x 4 1/2 UNF BOLT and 5/8 UNF TOP LOCK NUT. INSTALL BOLTS 8 FIG. 4-5 5. PASSENGER SIDE DISASSEMBLY 1. Repeat Section 2 for the passenger’s side of the truck. 6. PASSENGER SIDE ASSEMBLY 1. Repeat Section 3 for the passenger’s side of the truck. LATERAL CONTROL ROD BRACKET AIR SPRING MOUNT BRACKET FRONT HANGER BRACKET AIR SPRING AIR SPRING ADAPTER PLATE UPPER AXLE MOUNT BRACKET BOLT SPACER TUBE LOWER AXLE MOUNT BRACKET LOWER CONTROL ARM FIG. 6-1 9 7. LATERAL CONTROL ROD & STABILIZER BAR 1. Loosely mount the Lateral Control Rod between the two sides using (1) 5/8 X 3 1/2 UNF BOLT (on the passenger side), (1) 5/8 X 4 1/2 UNF BOLT (on the driver side) and (2) 5/8 UNF TOP LOCK NUTS. See Figure 7-1 for details. 2. Install the Stabilizer bar with the center bend pointing up, away from the pinion. Insert the Bolt Spacer in the front arm bushings IDs and loosely fasten to the Front Hanger Bracket using the (2) 5/8 x 4 1/2 UNF BOLT and (2) 5/8 UNF TOP LOCK NUT. FIG. 7-1 LATERAL CONTROL ROD FIG. 7-2 3. Apply Lithium grease, or other lubricant, to the inside of the polyurethane D bushings (this will reduce any potential noise transmission). Place the polyurethane D bushings over the bar in the appropriate locations on the axle brackets, and fasten to the Upper Axle Mounts using the stabilizer bar mount clamp and (4) 5/8 x 1 1/2 UNF FLANGE BOLTS and (4) 5/8 UNF FLANGE NUTS. (See Table 12-1 for appropriate Torque) See Figure 7-2. SWAY BAR MOUNT CLAMP SWAY BAR SWAY BAR BUSHING NOTE: Inspect Lateral Control Rod and Stabilizer Bar for any interference with other components, paying close attention to clearance with any flexible components such as brake and fuel lines. 10 8. SHOCKS AND BRAKE LINE ROUTING 1. Install the new shock absorbers using the same orientation as factory, and factory hardware. 2. Route the brake cable away from the air spring and other moving components. It may need to be tied, or slightly repositioned in order to accommodate this. If the chassis has the passenger side parking brake cable in the front of the axle, reposition it by doing the following: a Cut the rivet that holds the cable on the top of the differential, carefully cut the metal ferule, lengthwise to release it from the cable (do not cut into the cable). b Slide approximately 3” of excess brake cable from the driver side to the passenger side, reclamp the ferule into the differential clamp and bolt together where the rivet was located (as shown in Fig. 8-1). c Now drill a 5/16” hole in the Axle Bracket as shown in Fig. 8-2, and bolt the brake rod guide into the hole. FIG. 8-1 FIG. 8-2 9. AIR CONTROL SYSTEM ASSEMBLY 1. Mount the Air Control Box to the vehicle as directed in the Air Control Kit installation instructions. CAUTION! Route all airline away from exhaust, moving parts, and sharp objects. Be careful not to crimp the edges of the tubing. When installing the airline, fully insert into fitting and give a slight pull to seat properly and to be sure airline will not pull out. 2. Route the (5) airlines as shown in Figure 9-1, 9-2 and 9-3.
Route AIRLINE 1 from the supply port of the Height Control Value to the lower outlet port of the Air Reservoir Solenoid.
Route AIRLINE 2 from the dump port in the Height Control Valve to the top elbow on the Air Reservoir Solenoid. 11 
Route AIRLINE 5 from the del port of the Height Control Valve to the union tee supplying the Air Springs.
Route AIRLINES 3 & 4 from the Union Tee to the Air Springs. TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRSPRING AIRLINE # 4 TO DRIVER SIDE AIRSPRING AIRLINE # 3 3. Place supplied corrugated loom onto all airlines. Use supplied cable ties and airline clips to secure airline and to keep it away from all hazardous objects. See Figure 9-2 for details. TO TEE AIRLINE # 5 FROM AIR SUPPLY PORT ON AIR KIT AIRLINE # 1 FROM DUMP PORT ON AIR KIT AIRLINE # 2 DRIVER SIDE HANGER BRACKET FIG. 9-1 AIRLINE # 4 AIRLINE # 5 AIRLINE # 1 AIRLINE # 3 AIRLINE # 2 FIG. 9-2 12 AIR CONTROL KIT AIR CONTROL SCHEMATIC TO DRIVER’S SIDE AIR SPRING AIRLINE # 3 TO MAIN SUPPLY PORT HCV DELIVERY PORT HCV INLET PORT TO PASSENGER’S SIDE AIR SPRING HCV DUMP PORT HCV DELIVERY PORT (PLUGGED) HCV EXHAUST PORT (WITH SHEILD FITTING) TO PILOT SUPPLY PORT FIG. 9-3 10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1. Refer to AIR CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for further details on electrical system installation and parts list. CAUTION! All wiring should be routed and secured neatly to avoid any functional or visual issues. Under hood and under-body wire routings should be clear of sharp edges (3/4 inches minimum) and direct sources of heat (4 inches minimum). Wiring located in the passenger compartment should be routed away from high temperature areas over the muffler. Wiring should not be routed through wheel well areas where it may be damaged by tire or road debris, and it should not be routed over the exhaust system. Wiring should not contact the brake lines or fuel lines. 13 11. FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Air System Start Up and Check Remove all jacks and air system up by either using the fill valve on the air tank or by starting the vehicle and switching the compressor switch to “ON”. Note: the maximum allowable pressure in the air tank is 150 psi. It is recommended to fill the air tank using the supplied schraeder valve so that the compressors are not taxed too much by running for a long period of time.
Height Control Valve Operation Check. With one end of the valve linkage disconnected rotate the valve arm down 45º, air should exhaust from the air springs. Rotating the valve arm up 45º should cause the valve to fill the air springs.
Measure & Record the “Design Height” of the air springs. Measure design height of the AIR SPRING at the middle of the air spring and compare with the value called out in Fig. 11-1. To adjust the design height complete the following steps (see Figures 11-2) • Disconnect one end of the valve linkage and adjust accordingly. • Turn the plastic ball end joint to change the length of the linkage (increasing the length will increase the Design Height, and vise-versa). • Tighten the lock nuts on the valve linkage when complete. Once the design height is set, reconnect the linkages. Jostle the suspension up and down and then allow it to come back to design height. Recheck the initial measurement and adjust if needed. Note: This procedure to set design height can be done when empty or under light load
Bushing Bolts Final Torque With the suspension at design height torque all bushing fasteners. This will include all fasteners for the Control Arm, Sway Arm and LCR bushings. (See Table 11-1 for appropriate Torque) 7.40 INCHES AIR SPRING DESIGN HEIGHT FIG. 11-1 14 
Move the suspension throughout its entire range of motion, by inflating and deflating the air springs to achieve full travel. Check for any interferences with the lateral control rod, axle, shocks, exhaust, frame, brake lines (especially on the driver side), fuel lines, etc. Reconnect the valve linkage to the lever. Note: if contacting the brake lines, hand caulk the line to make clearance at least 1/4”.
Recheck all fasteners for specified torque.
Double check all electrical connections and wire routings.
IMPORTANT! Check all fittings and airlines for air leaks.
Reinstall the chassis body (if applicable).
Measure and record wheelbase centering dims on following page. FIG. 11-2 and ADJUSTABLE VALVE LINKAGE HEIGHT CONTROL VALVE EXHAUST PORT 12. OPERATION GUIDELINES • After all final checks are complete, it is recommended to complete a full four- wheel alignment and drive line angle check. The pages following the installation instructions describe the proper method for checking driveline angles. Note: improper driveline angles may have a detrimental effect on ride, u-joints, and transmission. If any driveline vibration (or out of spec. angle measurement) occurs, use factory axle seat shims to modify driveline angle. • Kneeling Operation: Moving the switch “ON” to Dump will exhaust all air from the air springs and lower the rear of the vehicle approximately 3-4 inches. Air springs will inflate when the switch is returned to the “OFF” position. WARNING: Do not drive the vehicle while the Dump Switch is on and the air springs are deflated. • IMPORTANT! During servicing check tightness of all fasteners and for any air system leaks. • IMPORTANT! Immediate corrective action should be taken if malfunctions occur. • Air Spring Design Height Setting Procedure for Systems with Dual Height Control Valves 1. Deflate the passenger side air bag by disconnecting the linkage from the arm. 2. With the driver side linkage connected, measure the design height and adjust accordingly by the methods mentioned above, 3. Once the design height is set for the driver side, repeat the same steps for the passenger side, including deflating the driver side air bag. 4. Once the design height is set, reconnect the linkages. 5. Jostle the suspension up and down and then allow it to come back to design height. Recheck the initial measurement and adjust if needed. Note: this procedure to set design height can be done when empty or under light load. 15 TORQUE TABLE (Table 12-1) LOCATION FASTENER TORQUE FRAME MOUNTED FRONT HANGER 9/16 UNF NUTS 134 FT-LBS AIR SPRING BRACKET DRIVER SIDE OE D-BUSHING ATTACHMENT AXLE BRACKET (LONG BOLTS) AXLE BRACKET (SHORT BOLTS) AIR SPRING ADAPTER PLATES HEAT SHEILD STABILIZER BAR D-BUSHING MOUNTS LOWER CONTROL ARM & STABILIZER BAR BUSHINGS LATERAL CONTROL ROD BUSHINGS 7/16 UNC NUTS 70 FT-LBS 10 mm OE BOLTS 33 FT-LBS 1/2 UNC NUTS 1/2 UNC BOLTS 3/8 UNC NUTS 1/4 UNC NUT 106 FT-LBS 106 FT-LBS 31 FT-LBS 8 FT-LBS 5/8 UNF NUTS 180 FT-LBS 5/8 UNF NUTS 180 FT-LBS 5/8 UNF NUTS 170 FT-LBS FIG. 12-2 16 13. SERVICE & MAINTENANCE The UltraRide suspension needs no lubrication and little maintenance. The following components should be checked at the time the truck is being serviced. However, immediate corrective action should be taken if a serious malfunction occurs. See Exploded Assembly on following page for details. CAUTION! If maintenance or service is to be done on the air system, be sure to drain all air from system. Serious injury could occur if components are removed while system is full of air. Note: It is important to release any moisture contained within the air reservoir on a daily basis. See Air Kit Manual for details. Not releasing the moisture on a regular basis will cause the drain valve to not operate properly, and may cause the valve to malfunction. Excess moisture in the system can also cause premature failure of other components including the tank itself. AIR SPRING SERVICE The air spring can be serviced without removing the axle brackets from the axle. Simply unbolt the adapter plate from the Upper Axle Mount, and also detach the air spring bead plate from the Upper Air Spring Mount (See figure 12-1). AIR SPRING SERVICE AIR SPRING SERVICE & MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST
Check and document OE rear axle alignment
Verify Design Height at 7.40 inches
Verify suspension function via dump and reinflation
Check for air leaks and system integrity
Check clearances throughout suspension motion range
Check driveline angle
4 wheel alignment AIR SPRING ADAPTER PLATE UPPER AXLE MOUNT BRACKET ADAPTER PLATE FASTENERS FIG. 12-1 17 18 29 ITEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 1480-1204 3/8 UNC TOP LOCK FL NUT (GR G) O&P PART # DESCRIPTION 11030503 SPRING-AIR 1210-0502 SHOCK ABSORBER 13010064 VALVE-CONTROL, HEIGHT 1302-2014 REDUCER, 1/8 F-NPT 1/4 M-NPT 1302-2077 AIR FTG / PLUG (1/4 NPT) 1302-5090 ELBOW, 1/4 TB 1/8 M-NPT, PUSH-IN DOT 1302-5563 UNION TEE, 1/4 TB, PUSH-IN 1302-9974 MUFFLER-EXHAUST, 1/4 M-NPT 13025101 ELBOW, 1/4 TB 1/4 M-NPT DOT 1401-0808 1/4 X 1 UNC HEX CAP SCR (GR 5) 1401-1012 5/16 X 1 1/2 UNC HEX CAP SCR (GR 5) 1401-1210 3/8 X 1 1/4 UNC HEX CAP SCR (GR 5) 1404-2036 5/8 X 4 1/2 UNF HEX CAP SCR (GR 8) 14041812 9/16 X 1 1/2 UNF HEX CAP SCR (GR 8) 14042028 5/8 X 3 1/2 UNF HEX CAP SCR (GR 8) 140B-1664 1/2 X 8 UNC HEX CAP SCR (GR 8) O&P 14171616 1/2 X 2 UNC SOC FLAT CSK HD CAP SCREW 141A-1412 7/16 X 1 1/2 UNC FLANGE BOLT (GRADE 8) O&P 141A-1610 1/2 X 1 1/4 UNC FLANGE BOLT (GR 8) O&P 141D-2012 5/8 X 1 1/2 UNF FLANGE BOLT (GRADE 8) O&P 1435-0808 1/4 X 1 UNC RND HD SQ NK BOLT (GRADE 5) 1470-0800 1/4 UNC HEX NUT (GR B) 1474-1600 1/2 UNC HEX JAM NUT 1475-2400 3/4 UNF HEX JAM NUT 1476-0800 1/4 UNC HEX CTR LOCK NUT (GR B) 1476-1000 5/16 UNC HEX CTR LOCK NUT (GR B) 1477-2001 5/8 UNF HEX TOP LOCK NUT (GR C) 14771801 9/16 UNF HEX TOP LOCK NUT (GR C) 4 QTY 2 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 3 2 2 4 7 16 1 8 2 6 4 4 1 6 2 2 1 2 8 16 ITEM 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 PART # DESCRIPTION 1480-1404 7/16 UNC TOP LOCK FL NUT (GR G) O&P 1480-1604 1/2 UNC TOP LOCK FL NUT (GR G) O&P 1480-2005 5/8 UNF TOP LOCK FL NUT (GR G) O&P 1485-0800 1/4 LOCK WASHER 1485-0802 1/4 INT TOOTH LOCK WASHER, SS 1487-0800 1/4 TYPE A PLAIN WASHER 1488-1802 9/16 SAE HARDENED WASHER 1500-0224 BALL-PIVOT, THREADED 1500-0242 LINKAGE-VALVE, HEIGHT CONTROL (3.50) 1500-0843 BUSHING-SWAY BAR, POLYURETHANE 15000070 BUMPER-JOUNCE, 1.75 80000601 BUSHING-SPACER 80000603 CLAMP-MOUNT, SWAY BAR 80000840 SHEILD-EXHAUST 80000880 PLATE-ADAPTER, AIR SPRING 80000881 PLATE-ADAPTER, AIR SPRING 80002113 BRACKET-MOUNT, HCV 800M0022 LATERAL CONTROL ROD 800M0057 BRACKET-MOUNT, AXLE, LOWER 800M0145 BRACKET-MOUNT, LATERAL CONTROL ROD 800M0146 BRACKET-MOUNT, AXLE-LCR, UPPER 800M0147 BRACKET-MOUNT, AXLE, UPPER 810M0076 BRACKET-MOUNT, AIRSPRING 810M0077 BRACKET-MOUNT, AIRSPRING 810M0079 BRACKET-MOUNT, HANGER 810M0080 BRACKET-MOUNT, HANGER 820M0005 CONTROL ARM 820M0028 SWAY BAR ASSEMBLY UltraRide® — FORD F350 4X4 AMBULANCE PREP PARTS LIST QTY 10 8 4 1 1 1 32 2 1 2 2 6 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 UltraRide® — FORD F350 4X4 AMB. PREP PARTS LIST 19 UltraRide - TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE COMPONENT POSSIBLE PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Airlines Air leaks Replace airline Fittings Air leaks Remove fitting and apply fresh joint compound. Reinstall fitting, but Do Not Over tighten. Do not use Teflon tape. A. Improper height A. Adjust valve linkage to maintain proper air spring height. Air Springs B. Air leakage B. Replace air spring. Height Control Valve* Air spring(s) will not inflate when weight is added to A. the chassis. OR Air spring(s) will not deflate when weight is removed from the chassis. Inspect valves to insure alignment indicator is located correctly. The alignment indicator should be aligned with the exhaust port of the valve. If not, loosen lever nut (but do not remove completely) and pull lever loose from drive bearing, rotate drive bearing until the alignment indicator is in the correct position and re-secure lever by tightening lever nut. See Fig. 9-2 for orientation details B. Replace valve. Shock Absorber Lateral Control Rod Insufficient damping effect Replace shocks A. Loose nuts on lateral control rod bolts A. Tighten securely. B. Worn bushings B. Replace lateral control rod. 20 FORD F350 OWNERS GUIDELINES The UltraRide suspension needs no lubrication and little maintenance. corrective action should be taken if a serious malfunction occurs. However, immediate CAUTION! If maintenance or service is to be done on the air system, be sure to drain all air from the system. Serious injury could occur if components are removed while system is full of air. PRODUCT OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES
Owner is solely responsible for pre-operation inspection, periodic inspections, maintenance, and use of the product as specified in the particular LINK MFG. instructions available by product model, except as provided in this warranty, and for maintenance of other vehicle components. Of particular importance is the re-torque of fasteners including axle u-bolts, torque rod bolts and track rod bolts. This re-torque must be performed within 90 days of the suspension being put in service.
Owner is responsible for “down time” expenses, cargo damage, and all business costs and losses resulting from a warrantable failure.
The UltraRide Chassis Air Suspension is fully automatic in controlling the height of the chassis. No manual intervention to control air pressure or ride height is needed during the course of operation.
The Compressor Switch must be on for the compressors to operate. During difficult starting circumstances, (i.e. extremely cold weather) it is recommended to turn the compressor switch off until the vehicle is running, so it will not draw current from the battery. The compressors are controlled by the pressure switch located in the Air Control Box. This switch automatically turns the compressors on when the tank pressure falls below 100 psi, and turns them off at 120 psi.
The Low Pressure Warning Light indicates a severe drop in tank pressure (below 60 psi). Immediate corrective action should be taken to determine the cause of air loss. Compressor switch should be turned off if Low Pressure Warning Light is on, and remains on even after the compressors have run for a normal period of time. NOTE: The Low Pressure Warning Light could come on briefly when the “Dump” feature is being used.
It is important to release any moisture contained within the air tank on a daily basis. This is done by pulling on the attached release cable for approximately 5 seconds. See Air Control Kit Owners Manual for location of this cable. Not releasing the moisture on a regular basis will cause the drain valve to not operate properly. CHECK AT EVERY VEHICLE SERVICE INTERVAL:
Check Design Height ±¼”.
Check for air leaks around fittings. CHECK AFTER THE FIRST 1000 MILES:
Recheck & tighten any loose fasteners.
Check for any loose or worn components. CHECK AFTER EVERY 30,000 MILES:
Check arm pivot bushings and lateral control rod bushings for wear; replace if worn 21 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 22 Next 3 pages taken from Ford MVE Ship Thru Guide. 23 24 25 Link Mfg. Ltd. 223 15th St. NE Sioux Center, IA USA 51250-2120 (712) 722-4874 26