ARNOTT SK-2671 User Manual REV 1

SK-2671

ARNOTT BILSTEIN FRONT SHOCK KIT

FOR 2007-2013

GM FULL SIZE SUVs

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

21-7056 1 ARNOTT BILSTEIN FRONT SHOCK KIT

21-7057 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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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.

SHOCK REMOVAL

NOTE:

REFER TO FIGURE 1 SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY FOR PART LOCATION/
IDENTIFICATION.

FIGURE 1

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1. SAFELY RAISE AND SUPPORT THE VEHICLE.

2. REMOVE THE FRONT WHEEL.

3. UNPLUG THE SHOCK SENSOR CONNECTOR AT THE TOP OF THE SHOCK.

5. DISASSEMBLE THE FRONT SHOCK/COIL SPRING ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER’S PROCEDURES.

6. REMOVE THE OEM SPRING SEAT FROM THE ORIGINAL SHOCK ABSORBER (WILL BE RE-USED).

SHOCK INSTALLATION

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

7. INSTALL THE OEM SPRING SEAT (MAKE SURE THAT THE FLANGED END OF THE SPRING SEAT IS DOWN
(FIGURE 2) AND BUMP STOP CAP ONTO THE NEW SHOCK ABSORBER.

FIGURE 2

8. INSTALL OEM COIL SPRING AND ALL OEM UPPER MOUNT PARTS INCLUDING BUMP STOP AND UPPER
SPRING HAT IN THEIR ORIGINAL POSITIONS.

9. INSTALL NEW FLANGE NUT ON THE SHOCK ABSORBER TOP MOUNT PIN, TIGHTEN TO
MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS.

10. INSTALL NEW FLANGE NUTS ON LOWER T-BAR MOUNT, TIGHTEN MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS.

11. RE-INSTALL FRONT TIRE(S). TORQUE FRONT WHEELS TO MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS.

12. CHECK AND ADJUST VEHICLE FRONT-END ALIGNMENT AFTER INSTALLATION.

13. INSTALLATION COMPLETE.

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SHOCK SENSOR INSTALLATION

1. LOCATE THE DAMPING SENSOR LEAD.

2. DISCONNECT THE ANGLE ADAPTER THAT CONNECTED THE SHOCK TO THE SENSOR LEAD.

3. CONNECT THE SUPPLIED COIL AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 3.

4. SECURE THE COIL AND HARNESS IN A WAY NOT TO INTERFERE WITH ANY MOVING PARTS OR COMPONENTS
WITH EXCESSIVE HEAT.

FIGURE 3

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