ARNOTT A-2153 User Manual REV 2

A-2153

ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

FOR 1997-2002

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR/FORD EXPEDITION (4X4)

Congratulations on your purchase of an Arnott® air suspension product. We at Arnott Incorporated are proud
to offer a high quality product at the industry’s most competitive pricing. Thank you for your condence in us

and our product.

Proper installation is essential to experience and appreciate the benets of this system. Please take a moment

to review these installation instructions before you begin to install these components on your vehicle. The

removal and installation of air suspension products should only be performed by a fully qualied, ASE

Certied, professional.

It is equally important to be aware of all necessary safety measures while installing your new Air Suspension

System. This includes proper lifting and immobilizing of the vehicle and isolation of any stored energy to

prevent personal injury or property damage.

"Engineered to Ride, Built to Last™"

WARNING:

and disconnect power to the air suspension system prior to disassembly. Do not allow dirt or grease to enter the system.
Always wear standard protective hand, ear, and eye protection when servicing the air suspension system.

The air suspension system is under pressure (up to 10 bar, or 150 lbf/in). Verify pressure has been relieved

KIT CONTAINS:

PARTS LIST

P/N QTY DESCRIPTION

21-4110 1 ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

21-6394 1 ACCESSORY KIT

Arnott® is committed to the quality of its products. If you have a question or problem with any Arnott product,
please contact Arnott by calling 800-251-8993 during normal business hours or email [e-mail]

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ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

FOR 1997-2002

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR/FORD EXPEDITION (4X4)

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Reading this manual signies your agreement to the terms of the general release, waiver of liability, and hold harmless agreement,
the full text of which is available at www.arnottinc.com.

• Not to be stored below 5oF (-15oC) and above 122oF (50oC).

• Avoid damage to air lines and cables.

• Removal and installation is only to be performed by fully qualied personnel.

• Use car manufacturer’s diagnostic software.

CAUTION:

in the instructions or in a different sequence.

Damage to the vehicle and air suspension system can be incurred if work is carried out in a manner other than specied

To avoid the possibility of short circuits while working with electric components consult your owner's manual on how to
disconnect your battery.

Consult your vehicle owner's manual, service manual, or car dealer for the correct jacking points on your vehicle and for
additional care, safety and maintenance instructions. Under no circumstances should any work be completed underneath
the vehicle if it is not adequately supported, as serious injuries and death can occur.

AIR SPRING REMOVAL

Turn the air suspension switch to the OFF position (switch is located on the passenger front kick plate).

1. SET STEERING TO STRAIGHT AHEAD.

2. RAISE VEHICLE.

3. REMOVE REAR WHEEL.

4. REMOVE AIR SPRING SOLENOID RETAINING-CLIP.

5. ROTATE SOLENOID COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO THE FIRST STOP, AND THEN CAREFULLY PULL OUT TO VENT
THE AIR PRESSURE FROM THE AIR SPRING. AFTER AIR SPRING IS DEFLATED, TURN AGAIN AND REMOVE
SOLENOID FROM AIR SPRING.

6. WITH PLIERS, OR A SUITABLE HOOKED TOOL, REMOVE THE CLIP THAT SECURES THE TOP OF THE AIR
SPRING TO THE CHASSIS. NOTE: TO ACCESS THE CLIP, GO UNDER THE WHEEL ARCH, BETWEEN THE BODY
OF THE VEHICLE AND THE CHASSIS.

7. REMOVE THE PISTON-TO-AXLE SPRING SEAT CLIP. (AIR SPRING IS HELD IN PLACE WITH A ROUND RETAINER
CLIP UNDER THE PISTON CAP. TO UNSNAP CLIP, GENTLY PRY BETWEEN THE PISTON AND THE AXLE. CLIP
WILL UNSNAP WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED.)

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ARNOTT REAR AIR SPRING

FOR 1997-2002

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR/FORD EXPEDITION (4X4)

8. CAREFULLY REMOVE AIR SPRING FROM THE VEHICLE.

9. SEAL OFF SOLENOID TO PREVENT ANY DIRT OR GREASE FROM ENTERING SYSTEM.

AIR SPRING INSTALLATION

Tighten all nuts and bolts to manufacturer's specications during the installation process.

1. INSTALLATION IS IN THE REVERSE ORDER OF AIR SPRING REMOVAL. USE SUPPLIED O-RINGS FOR THE AIR
SPRING SOLENOID.

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