Firestone Air-rite 2581 Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT

PLEASE DON’T HURT YOURSELF, THE KIT, OR YOUR VEHICLE. TAKE A MINUTE TO READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

SAFE INSTALLATION

Please take all safety precautions during installation. A hydraulic jack can fail, and if that happens, you can be
seriously hurt, or worse, if you are relying on it to hold up the vehicle. If you use a hydraulic jack, secure jack
stands in the appropriate locations and chock any tires still touching the ground.

Wear safety glasses or goggles. Your eyes may be lower than some parts and pieces, and you don’t want to lose an eye.

Remove the possibility of any electrical issues by disconnecting the negative battery cable.

VEHICLE GVWR

NEVER exceed the maximum load recommended by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR). The GVWR can be found
in your vehicle’s owner’s manual or on the data plate on the driver’s side door. Consult your local dealership for
additional GVWR specifications.

PRESSURE TO LOAD

Be sure to review the load limits noted in the Air Spring Kit Installation Instructions (sold separately).

APPROPRIATE AIR PRESSURE

For best ride, use only enough air pressure in the Air Springs to level the vehicle when viewed from the
side (front to rear). This will vary, depending on the load, location of the load, condition of the existing
suspension, and personal preference.

ONCE INSTALLED SUCCESSFULLY, FOLLOW THE PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AIR SPRINGS.
FOR FIRESTONE, GENERALLY:

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PARTS

Compare the parts below to your kit. Assure you have all pieces, and organize them for an easier installation.

MAIN KIT CONTENTS

WIRELESS

PART # 9490

x 1

CONTROLLER

PART # 9489

EXH

EXH

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

SUP

SUP

x 1 ECU

x 1 AIR COMPRESSOR

PART # 9377

x 1 WIRE HARNESS

PART # 9491

AIR LINE TUBE

x 1

(18 FEET)

PART # 9414

A21-760-2581 HARDWARE PACK

10-32 x 1"

x 4

MACHINE SCREW

PART # 3087

x 9 10-32 NYLOCK NUT

PART # 3088

10-16 x 3/4"

x 1

SELF-TAPPING

PART # 3421

SCREW

PART # 2526

PART # 3093

PART # 3055

PART # 9275

IGNITION

x 1

FUSE TAP

10-32 x 3/4"

x 3

MACHINE SCREW

1/8 NPT PUSH-

x 1

TO-CONNECT
STRAIGHT FITTING

x 4 VELCRO TABS

PART # 9129

PART # 3086

PART # 9361

PART # 9036

x 1 AIR FILTER

x 13 3/16" FLAT WASHER

x 1 SEALED RELAY

x 15 RED NYLON TIE

PART # 9488

x 4 LARGE NYLON TIE x 2 THERMAL SLEEVE

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PART # 0899

CONTENTS AND OVERVIEW

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PLANNING THE
INSTALL

4

PREPARE THE AIR
COMPRESSOR

5

DRILL HOLES FOR
AIR COMPRESSOR

6

AND ECU

INSTALL THE
AIR COMPRESSOR

7

AND ECU

INSTALL THE
WIRE HARNESS

8

INSTALL THE
AIR LINE TUBES

9

INSTALL THE
AIR FILTER AND

10

CLEAN UP

USING THE WIRELESS
CONTROLLER

11

AIR FILTER

BATTERY (+)

BLACK (-)

BATTERY (-)

RED (+)

20 AMP FUSE

YELLOW

+12V IGN

1/8 NPT PUSH-TO-CONNECT
STRAIGHT FITTING

AIR COMPRESSOR

BLACK

(GROUND)

SEALED
RELAY

RELAY
CONNECTOR

RED/WHITE

(COMPRESSOR +)

WIRE
HARNESS

RED (+)

Create

loop in Air

Line Tube.

* As a water/debris

trap. See page 4.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

12

TEST THE SYSTEM

13

FIX AN AIR LEAK

14

OPTIONAL: Use supplied
Fuse Tap. See important
information on the Using
the Fuse Tap sheet.

AIR LINE TUBE

OPTIONAL: Install
Air Line Tube to
EXH air fitting.
See page 9 for
important information.

LEFT AIR SPRING

(when facing forward)

ECU
CONNECTOR

ECU

EXH

EXH

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

SUP

SUP

AIR LINE TUBE

AIR SPRINGS

(sold separately)

AIR LINE

TUBE

RIGHT AIR SPRING

(when facing forward)

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PLANNING THE INSTALL

THESE PLANNING STEPS WILL HELP YOU SAVE TIME AND WILL MAKE THE INSTALLATION EASIER.

DETERMINE THE MOUNTING LOCATION FOR THE AIR COMPRESSOR

- Provides ample air flow and is protected from airborne debris and moisture.

- Mount close enough to the ECU to allow Wire Harness connections to reach.

- If using the optional Firestone Air Accessory Mounting Kit, considerthe
guidelines above, and follow the kit’s instructions.

DETERMINE THE MOUNTING LOCATION FOR THE ECU

- Mount close enough to the Air Compressor to allow Wire Harness
connections to reach.

- Allow room for Air Line Tubes to connect to the air fittings on the ECU.

- Allow room for the14-pin ECU connector to connect to the ECU.

- Allow room for the Air Line Tube to run without sharp curves or bends.

- Using supplied fasteners shown in Step 3 is recommended. If no other mounting option is available,
see the sidebar on Step 2 for using the Large Nylon Ties.

- Select a location that is solid and secure on the body or frame of the vehicle, away from any moving parts,
electrical or any other lines.

PLAN INSTALLATION ROUTES FOR WIRING AND AIR LINES

-Make surethe Wire Harness and Air Line Tubes are not exposed to sharp metal edges that can damage them.

- Use supplied Thermal Sleeves on Air Line Tubes when routing near heat sources.

- Use supplied Nylon Ties to secure Air Line Tubes and Wire Harness to the vehicle.

- Make a loop in the Air Line Tube where shown. This creates a water/debris trap that protects the Air Compressor.

- Measure twice, cut once!

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

EXH

EXH

SUP

SUP

TAPE ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

- Use electrical tape to appropriately secure and protect all electrical connections.

USING PUSH-TO-CONNECT FITTINGS FOR AIR LINES

Your kit includes Push-to-Connect fittings to connect the Air Line Tubes to hardware.
Use the instructions below when using the Air Line Tubes.

Insert end of Air
Line Tube into

1

air fitting.

Push Air Line Tube
into air fitting as

2

far as possible.

Gently pull on
the Air Line Tube

3

to check for a
secure fit.

To remove, push
down collar and

4

gently pull Air Line
Tube away.

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Removal Tip: Use a 1/4ʺ, 5/16ʺ,
or 6mm open-ended wrench
to push the collar down.

PREPARE THE AIR COMPRESSOR

1

NOTE: Air Compressor can be mounted facing any direction.

Install 1/8 NPT Push-to-Connect
Straight Fitting on the Check Valve.

1

PRE-INSTALLED

CHECK VALVE

1/8 NPT PUSH-TO-CONNECT
STRAIGHT FITTING

Tighten to engage two threads
of thread lock.

AIR COMPRESSOR

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DRILL HOLES FOR AIR COMPRESSOR AND ECU

2

EXH

EXH

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

SUP

SUP

CHECK SURROUNDING AREA AND BACK SIDE OF MOUNTING
LOCATION TO AVOID DRILLING INTO EXISTING LINES OR WIRING.

IF YOU ARE USING THE OPTIONAL FIRESTONE AIR ACCESSORY MOUNTING
KIT, SKIP THIS STEP AND REFER TO THE MOUNTING KIT’S INSTRUCTIONS.

Drill within reach of the ground wire
ring terminal on body or frame of vehicle.

AIR ACCESSORY MOUNTING KIT CANNOT
BE USED AS A GROUNDING LOCATION FOR
THE AIR COMPRESSOR.

Use as template to
mark drill locations.

AIR COMPRESSOR

Use as template to
mark drill locations.

BLACK

GROUND

WIRE

Using the Air Compressor
and ECU as templates, mark

1

drill locations as shownwith
a punch or marking tool.

Mark Air Compressor
ground wire fastening

2

location within reach of the
ground wire ring terminal.

Drill 3/16" diameter holes.
Remove any burrs and

3

debris from drill holes.

ASSURE THAT YOU INSTALL THE
AIR COMPRESSOR AND ECU CLOSE
ENOUGH SO THE CONNECTORS ON
THE WIRE HARNESS WILL REACH
THEM BOTH.

ECU

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3/16”

OPTIONAL ECU MOUNTING

ECU

If there is no other
mounting option,
use at least two
Large Nylon Ties
to secure ECU
to the location
determined in
Planning the
Install section.

3

INSTALL THE AIR COMPRESSOR AND ECU

x 12x 2x 4 x 6

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN MOUNTING BOLTS AND NUTS ON THE AIR COMPRESSOR.
TOO MUCH TORQUE CAN CRUSH THE BRASS INSERTS AND RUBBER ISOLATORS.

Mount the Air Compressor
to the drill hole location

1

using the supplied fasteners.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

10-32

NYLOCK NUT

3/16” FLAT

WASHER

BODY OR FRAME

OF VEHICLE

(or optional Firestone

Air Accessory

Mounting Kit).

Mount the ECU to the drill
hole location using the

2

supplied fasteners.

AIR COMPRESSOR

3/16” FLAT WASHER

10-32 x 1” MACHINE SCREW

3

10-32 NYLOCK NUT

3/16” FLAT WASHER

BLACK
GROUND
WIRE

Mount the black ground wire
ring terminal using the sup­plied fasteners. Assure that
the ring terminal makes
a solid contact with bare
metal for a proper ground.

10-16 x 3/4”
SELF-TAPPING SCREW

NOTE: You may want to
combine other grounds
to this mounting location.

BODY OR FRAME
OF VEHICLE

Air Accessory mounting
Kit cannot be used
as a grounding
location for the
Air compressor.

10-32 NYLOCK NUT

3/16” FLAT WASHER

ECU

EXH

EXH

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

SUP

SUP

3/16” FLAT WASHER

10-32 x 3/4” MACHINE SCREW

10-32 NYLOCK NUT

3/16” FLAT WASHER

BODY OR FRAME
OF VEHICLE

(or optional Firestone
Air Accessory
Mounting Kit).

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Why ground the Wire
Harness to the battery?
The ECU needs a good,
clean ground for opti­mal accuracy. The Air
Compressor can ground
to the frame, but the
ECU cannot.

Drill 3/16”hole in suitable location on

vehicle (or use optional Firestone Air

Accessory Mounting Kit).

10-32
NYLOCK
NUT

AIR COMPRESSOR

3/16” FLAT
WASHER

BLACK

(GROUND)

10-32 x 3/4”
MACHINE SCREW

SEALED
RELAY

RED (+)

RED (+)

INSTALL THE WIRE HARNESS

Determine a suitable location
to mount the Sealed Relay,

1

assuring it will be within
reach of the relay connector
on the Wire Harness.

Securely fasten the Sealed
Relay as shown.

2

Route the Wire Harness in
the most protected manner

3

possible, and securely make
all connections as shown.

4

RED 12V (+)

BATTERY (+)

BLACK (-)

BATTERY (-)

YELLOW

+12V IGN

OPTIONAL: Use supplied
Fuse Tap. See important
information on the Using
the Fuse Tap sheet.

20 AMP FUSE

ECU

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

RELAY
CONNECTOR

WIRE
HARNESS

ECU
CONNECTOR

EXH

EXH

SUP

SUP

RED/WHITE

(COMPRESSOR +)

TAB CONNECTOR EXAMPLE

SEALED

RELAY

RELAY

CONNECTOR

Fully seat until
male tab clicks
securely.

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INSTALL AIR LINE TUBES

5

EXHAUST ALL AIR FROM THE SYSTEM PRIOR
TO RELEASING AIR TUBES FROM AIR FITTINGS.

Route the Air Line Tube from
1/8 NPT Push-to-Connect

1

Straight Fitting on the top
of the Air Compressor to
the Supply (SUP) air fitting
on the ECU, leaving room
to secure it safely. Use the
guidelines on page 4 for
proper Push-to-Connect
Straight Fitting install.

Repeat Steps 1 to route Air
Line Tube from the ECU to

2

the Air Springs. Use the
AS-1 and AS-2 air fittings
on the ECU.

If desired, install Air Line
Tube to the Exhaust (EXH)

3

air fitting to reduce exhaust
noise and prevent dirt from
clogging the port (recom­mended for off-road or
dirty environments). Do not
exceed 16" of Air Line Tube,
and secure it so the end
turns to the ground.

OPTIONAL: Install Air
Line Tube to the EXH
air fitting - 16” max.

AIR LINE TUBE

Route to EXH on ECU.

Route to AS-1

on ECU.

5

PSI

1/8 NPT PUSH-TO-CONNECT
STRAIGHT FITTING

AIR COMPRESSOR

ECU

EXH

EXH

AS-1 AS-2

AS-1 AS-2

SUP

SUP

AIR LINE TUBE

AIR SPRINGS

(sold separately)

Create

loop in Air

Line Tube.

* As a water/debris

trap. See page 4.

AIR LINE

TUBE

Route to SUP

on ECU.

Route to AS-2
on ECU.

Make sure the cut is as square as possible.
Use a tube cutter or very sharp utility knife.

DO

PROPER AND IMPROPER CUTS IN THE AIR LINE TUBE

Square cut

AIR LINE TUBE

90˚

LEFT AIR SPRING

(when facing forward)

Fold or kink the Air Line Tube.
Cut the Air Line Tube at an angle.
Use pliers, scissors, snips,

DON’T

AIR LINE TUBE AIR LINE TUBE AIR LINE TUBE

saws, or side cutters.

RIGHT AIR SPRING

(when facing forward)

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Install the Air Filter by
threading it onto the Air

1

Compressor as shown.

Periodically check the Air
Filter during operation.

2

When the Air Filter is dirty
and needs to be replaced,
contact an Authorized
Firestone dealer to
purchase a new one.

INSTALL THE AIR FILTER

6

FILTER LIFE WILL VARY BASED ON ENVIRON­MENTAL CONDITIONS. PROTECT THE AIR
COMPRESSOR BY CHANGING THE AIR FILTER
MORE FREQUENTLY IN DUSTY CONDITIONS.

AIR FILTER

Hand tighten.

Clean up the installation using
supplied Nylon Ties, and return

1

all factory parts and materials
to operative state.

AIR COMPRESSOR

CLEAN UP INSTALLATION

7

USING SUPPLIED NYLON TIES, SECURE ALL
WIRING AND AIR LINE TUBE IN A MANNER
THAT DOES NOT OBSTRUCT MOVING PARTS
OR IN ANY WAY THAT AFFECTS YOUR ABILI­TY TO SAFELY OPERATE THE VEHICLE.

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WIRELESS CONTROLLER

AS-1 AIR

PRESSURE

(LEFT AIR

SPRING)

AS-2 AIR
PRESSURE
(RIGHT AIR
SPRING)

INCREASE
AIR PRESSURE

ENTER

DECREASE

AIR PRESSURE

MEMORY 1

SETTING

MEMORY 2
SETTING

USING THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER

Use the Wireless Controller to adjust the air pressure in your Air Springs.
You can select the Air Springs individually, or both at the same time. Determine
sides when in vehicle, facing forward. If desired, use the supplied Velcro Tabs to
secure the remote to the vehicle.

F3 REMOTE FUNCTIONS

On/Off
Hold Enter button for 3 seconds to turn the remote ON/OFF.

Inflating/Deflating Pressure for Both Air Springs

Turn on the remote to enter the main menu. Press Enter
to adjust both air springs. Adjust pressure by pressing

(+) or (-) button to desired pressure setting. Press the
Enter button when desired setting is reached.

Inflating/Deflating Pressure for Individual Air Springs

Turn on the remote to enter main menu. Press Enter
to adjust both air springs. Press Enter again to adjust
individual air springs. Adjust pressure by pressing
(+) or (-) button to the desired pressure setting. Press
the Enter button when the desired setting is reached.

2 Memory Button Settings

Press M1 or M2 button. Preset pressure should appear.
M1 is preset to 5 PSI. M2 is preset to 20PSI. Press the
Enter button again to adjust pressure. To change the pre­set pressure, press M1 or M2. Change the preset pres­sure by pressing (+) or (-) button. To save the pressure
setting to memory, press and hold Enter button for 3
seconds. The display will flash rapidly to indicate the new
pressure setting is saved. After saving the new pressure,
the menu will revert to main menu.

F3 REMOTE ERROR CODES

Error Definition

Communication Error: An error message E/CN will dis-
play if communication from the ECU to the remote is not
established for 2 seconds.

Leak Error: The remote will display EL in the top row if a
leak is present and either t-tank, L-left air spring or r-right
air spring on the bottom row to notify which component
is leaking.

Bad Pressure Sensor: The remote will display EP in the
top row if a bad pressure sensor is present and either
t-tank, L-left air spring, r-right air spring in the bottom to
notify which component has the bad pressure sensor.

Compressor Error: The remote will display EC on the top
row if the compressor exceeds 4 minutes of runtime.

Low Battery: The remote will display Lo Bt on the display
if batteries are below the rated voltage of 3.0 V. Note:

when the low battery indicator is present, the remote
will be unable to save the last setting by the user.

Changing Units to PSI/BAR

Press (+) and (-) buttons together for 3 seconds. Once in
the unit measurement menu, press (+) for PSI and (-) for
BAR. Press Enter again to save the desired unit measure­ment and revert back to main menu.

Tank Mode

To convert to Tank Mode, unplug power to the ECU,
install the tank and repower the ECU. The system will
automatically enter Tank Mode.

Tank Mode Menu

Press and hold M1 and M2 buttons for 3 seconds to
enter Tank Mode. While in Tank Mode, T will appear on
the top row and the current tank pressure on the bottom
row. Preset tank pressure range is 110-145/90-120. M1
is preset to 110/145. M2 is preset to 90/120. Note: In Tank

Mode, it is not advised to set air springs above Tank
Pressure lower limit. User should first raise the lower
limit threshold to a higher range before increasing
pressure in Air Spring.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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1) Why is my system not powering up?

When the system does not power up, usually this is a strong indi­cation of improper power and grounding. Ensure that the power
line (red wire) is attached to a +12 volt power source (battery). The
grounding line (black wire), should be rerouted back to the battery,
not the frame of the car. Traditionally, techs have used the frame
the car as a grounding source, but through experience, we have
seen that using the true ground (battery) offers the best connection
for the device. Next, ensure that the yellow line is connected to the
ignition fuse located in your vehicles fuse box. Please make sure
the fuse on the F3 wiring harness is installed and not blown. It is
important to confirm with a meter (if possible) that the fuse is on
only when the ignition is engaged and off when the ignition is off.

2) Why are my buttons not responding correctly?

When your remote controller appears to not operate as intended,
some of the key items you need to check are: battery charge (+3v),
proper connection to the ECU, EC/N Code (refer to #7), barriers that
are in between the ECU and the remote, proper powering (refer to #1).

3) Why is my compressor not shutting off?

When your compressor stays on even after the ignition switch has
been placed to the off position, please ensure that the yellow line is
tied to a switched fuse in the fuse box. To ensure this, please use a
volt meter to confirm that the line is on (+12v), if and only if the igni­tion switch is in the ON position, and OFF when in the off position.

4) My remote does not work inside my cabin. What should I do?

With the improvements in technology, some cars are equipped
with other electronic equipment which may cause interference to
the F3 system. Others vehicles are equipped with noise canceling
material and equipment which also play a role in the interference
of the F3 connectivity. To check if either of these scenarios is true,
confirm that your unit works properly if operated outside. If your
unit does operate as intended outside the vehicle, contact us for
further solutions.

5) Why does my system not turn on when I turn the ignition on?

When your F3 system does not turn on when the ignition switch
is on the on position, this is a strong indicator that the unit is not
powered/grounded correctly. Please refer to question #1.

6) Why does my remote freeze when I am trying to change pressure?

When your remote is freezing, this is an indication that the com­munication is out of range/ batteries have insufficient charge or
you may have a bad remote. If the batteries are low, replace the
batteries. If the communication range is over 30 meters, operate
the unit in close proximity. If the issue still persists, contact our
tech line to receive a replacement. In order to receive a placement,
please have your receipt to show proof of purchase.

7) Why does my remote display “E/CN” when attempting to
change pressure?

The “E/CN” code is an indicator that the remote is not communi­cating to the ECU. When this occurs, this is an indicator that the
ECU is not powered or the user is out of range. When the ECU is
not powered, please refer to question #1. If the user is out of range,
ensure to get within the range of 30meters (98 feet).

9) Is it normal for my compressor to be overworking when at­tempting to reach pressure?

When the compressor sounds as if it is overworking to get to
pressure, relax. This is normal. The ECU was programmed to reach
the designated pressure as accurately as possible. To reduce the
over usage of the compressor, use the system only when needed.
Having two preset settings will reduce the over usage and increase
the system lifetime.

10) Why does my compressor run while exhausting continuously?

When the compressor exhausts while running, ensure that the
air line connections to the ECU are correct. The ECU has a sup­ply and exhaust line. If the unit is connected backwards, the ECU
will attempt to reach pressure, but won't since the connection is
improper. If the issue persists after confirming proper connection,
check the valves next. The valve could have debris which is not al­lowing the valves to properly close. If shop air is available, engage
the valves with air to free the valves of debris. If the issue persists,
please contact tech line for warranty claim.

11) Why does my compressor turn on and run by itself while driving?

If the compressor turns on by itself while the vehicle is in motion
and continuously runs, there is a relay that is energized by the bat­tery, and there is a potential wiring harness connection problem.
It is possible that the ground terminal of the harness is improperly
connected, or has become loose. Please check the connections of
the harness to ensure that all terminals are properly connected. If
all connections are secure and properly connected, please check
the integrity of the relay connection to the compressor. It may be
possible that the relay
is failing or has failed.

12) Why does my compressor still run when I turn the key off, even
when wired to an ignition source?

Please confirm that the following are connected correctly:
A: The yellow ignition wire is properly connected to the correct

fuse that connects to a switched source. There are some fuses
that are always powered even when the vehicle’s ignition is
turned off.

B: The red power wire is properly connected to the battery,

preferably directly to the battery terminal to ensure that the
relay is properly energized and reenergized during turn-on,
turn-off cycles.

C: The black wire is properly attached to a ground path. A direct

battery connection to the negative terminal is preferred.

13) Why does my compressor run, but dead heads at the ECU?

The compressor usually stops operating if there is an improper
connection to the valve body inlets and outlets. If your compressor
runs momentarily and then stops, please check the following:
A: The battery on the vehicle is in good working condition. It has

been observed that batteries with insufficient capacities have
been unable to withstand compressor demands. Please check
your compressor’s power rating, and confirm that the battery
can meet the voltage and current demands.

B: Please confirm that the air lines are connected to their proper

inlet or outlet valves. This will enable the compressor to properly
operate as demanded by the user’s input.

8) What should I do when the remote goes to sleep before it meets
the set pressure?

Check battery voltage.

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14) Why does my controller show a completely different pressure
than what is actually in the bags?

When the controller shows a completely different pressure, please
contact our tech line for a warranty claim. The ECU contains pres­sure sensor which can be faulty. Since the sensors are inside the
ECU, the unit needs to be replaced.

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TEST THE SYSTEM

With the Air Command™ F3 Kit and your Air Springs installed, you are ready to test the system.

Reattach the negative
battery cable.

1

Turn on your vehicle’s ignition.

2

Spray fittings with
soap and water mixture

4

or glass cleaner.

Use the Wireless Controller to
inflate the Air Springs to 70 PSI.

3

See Step 8 for details.

Observe bubbles.

5

70

PSI

WATER

+

SOAP

NO LEAKS?

Congratulations! You’re riding right with the push of a
button! Remember to review the Operating Instructions.

SMALL SOAP BUBBLES

THAT DO NOT EXPAND

SOAP BUBBLES

THAT EXPAND

LEAK?

Bummer. Continue to Step 11 to fix the leak.

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EXHAUST ALL AIR FROM THE SYSTEM PRIOR
TO RELEASING AIR TUBES FROM AIR FITTINGS.

Use the Wireless Controller to
deflate the Air Springs to 5 PSI.

1

See Step 8 for details.

FIX AN AIR LEAK

11

5

PSI

LEAK AT AIR LINE TUBE

AND AIR FITTING

Release Air Line Tube (see page 4).

Review proper cuts and proce­dures in Step 5. Repeat Step 5.

LEAK AT BASE OF AIR FITTING

Tighten Air Fitting one turn

or until leak stops.

STILL HAVE A LEAK?

Refer to the Troubleshooting section of the Instruction Manual. If the leak persists,
or if there is an issue with a leaking part, call 1-800-888-0650; Option 1; Option 1 for Tech Support.

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BEFORE YOU DRIVE, CONFIRM THE FOLLOWING:

Secure all Air Line Tubes and wiring.

The system passes the leak test and holds air.

The Air Compressor ground ring terminal is contacting bare metal, and coated with silicone if possible.

The Wire Harness is grounded to the negative (-) battery terminal. The ECU needs a good, clean,

interference-free ground.

There is a loop in the Air Line Tubes as shown to prevent water or debris from getting into the Air

Compressor head and damaging it.

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