Rough Country 261.22 User Manual
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07 + 2WD GM 1500 5” KIT
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs. We appreciate your business!!
Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassemble/reassembly procedures as well as post installation checks must be known. Attempts to install this system without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.
Please read instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware. Be sure you have all needed parts and know
where they go.
As a general rule, the taller a vehicle is, the easier it will roll. Seat belts and shoulder harnesses should be worn at all times.
Avoid situations where a side rollover may occur.
Generally, braking performance and capability are decreased when larger/heavier tires and wheels are used. Take this into
consideration while driving. Do not add, alter, or fabricate any factory or after-market parts to increase vehicle height over
the intended height of the Rough Country product purchased. Mixing component brands is not recommend ed.
Rough Country makes no claims regarding lifting devices and excludes any and all implied claims. We will not be responsible for any product that is altered. We will be happy to answer any questions concerning the design, function, and correct
use of our products.
This kit is packaged as a leveling kit—raising the front 5” and the rear 3 1/2”. If you desire a different look or if the vehicle
has a tool box or added weight in the rear, please consult with your sales representative about an add-a-leaf option.
Due to differences in manufacturing, dimension and inflated measurements, tire and wheel combinations should be test fit
prior to installation. For this application we recommend a 18” or larger wheel not to exceed 9” in width. When using a 18”
wheel backspacing should be maximum of 5.5” and a minimum 5.0” . With a 20” or larger wheel backspacin g should be a
maximum of 6.0” and a min of 5.5”. Additionally a quality tire of radial design is recommended, not exceeding 33” tall and
12.5” wide. Please note that use of a 33” x 12.5” tire may require modification to the front valance.
Important note: Please refer to the instructions on the last page for trimming the tie rods. For alignment purposes,
it will be necessary to trim/shorten the tie rod end to allow the front end alignment to be set properly
Optional kicker Bars Part #1262 are available for this kit. Please contact you local Rough Country Dealer for infor-
mation.
NOTICE TO DEALER AND VEHICLE OWNER
Any vehicle equipped with any Rough Country product should have a “Warning to Driver” decal installed on the inside of the
windshield or on the vehicle’s dash. The decal should act as a constant reminder for whoever is operating the vehicle of its
unique handling characteristics.
INSTALLING DEALER - it is your responsibility to install the warning decal and forward these installation instructions on to
the vehicle owner for review. These instructions should be kept in the
vehicle for its service life.
We hope installing your Rough Country lift kit is a positive experience. Please note that variations in construction and assembly in
the vehicle manufacturing process will virtually ensure that some
parts may seem difficult to install. Additionally, the current trend in
manufacturing of vehicles results in a frame that is highly flexible
and may shift slightly on disassembly prior to installation. The use
of pry bars and tapered punches for alignment is considered normal and usually does not indicate a faulty product. However, if you
are uncertain about some aspect of the installation process, please
feel free to call our tech support department at 800-222-7023. We do
not recommend that you modify the Rough Country parts in any
way as this will void any warranty expressed or implied.
PRODUCT USE INFORMATION
KIT COMPONENTS
Rear Cross Member
Fr Cross Member
Rear Brake Line Bracket
Rear Blocks
Rear Shocks
Fr Brake Line Brackets (2)
Fr Strut Spacers (2)
Knuckle (2)
Fr Sway Bar Drops (2)
This kit is packaged in 4 boxes. Please confirm that you have all the needed parts and know where they go prior to beginning installation.
1264Box1
Front Cross Member
Rear Cross Member
1261Box2
Sway Bar Bracket (2)
Fr Brake Line Bracket (2)
Rear Brake Line Bracket
Performance 2.2 Shock (2)
Hardware Bag
For Front Cross Member
16mm x 120mm Bolt (2)
16mm Lock Nuts (2)
16mm Washers (4)
For Rear Cross Member
16mm x 130 mm Bolt (2)
16mm Lock Nuts (2)
16mm Washers (4)
For Lwr Strut to Ctrl Arm Mt
10mm x 55mm Bolt (4)
10mm Lock Nuts (4)
10mm Washers (8)
For Sway Bar Bracket
5/16” x 3/4” Bolt (4)
5/16” Nylon Lock Nut (4)
5/16” Washer (8)
Shock Bushing Bag
Bushings (4)
Shock Sleeve (4)
1261Box1
Rear Block (2)
9/16” x 2.5” x 12” Sq U-Blt (4)
9/16 U-Bolt Bag
9/16” Lock Nut (8)
9/16” Washer (8)
Front Strut Spacer (2)
Strut Spacer Hardware Bag
3/8” x1.25” Self Clinch Blt (6)
3/8” Nut (6)
3/8” Lock Washer (6)
1264Box3
Dr Knuckle
Pass Knuckle
For Frt and Rr Brake Line Brkts
Tools Needed:
Floor Jack /Jack Stands
10mm socket /wrench
13 mm socket/wrench
15mm socket / wrench
17mm socket/wrench
18mm socket /wrench
21mm socket /wrench
22mm socket /wrench
24mm socket /wrench
7/16” Socket / Wrench
9/16 socket /wrench
Reciprocating Saw
Drill
11/16” Drill Bit
Hand Grinder
Loctite
10mm x 35mm Bolt (4)
10mm Lock Nuts (4)
10mm Lock Washer (4)
10mm Washers (8)
FRONT INSTALLATION
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and chock the rear wheels.
2. Jack up the front of the vehicle. Place jack stands under the frame rails and lower onto jack stands letting the front suspension hang.
3. Remove the tires and wheels. Remove the upper and lower factory skid plates using a 15mm wrench. Retain factory
hardware and front skid plate for reuse.
4. Using a 21mm wrench, remove the tie-rod nut as shown in Photo 1. Strike the side of the mount to dislodge the tie rod
end. Remove from the knuckle.
5. Remove the sensor wire from the plastic clip. Remove the bracket from the control arm using a 10mm wrench. See
Photo 2.
Photo 1
Photo 2
Strike here to dislodge tie rod end
6. Remove and unplug the ABS sensor wire from the frame as shown in Photo 3 and remove the two bolts holding brake
caliper to the factory knuckle using a 18mm wrench. Remove the caliper assembly from the knuckle and hang securely
out of the way. Do not hang the caliper by the brake hose.
7. Using a 18mm wrench, remove the upper strut nuts as shown in Photo 4. Retain factory hardware for reuse.
Photo 3
Photo 4
8. Using a 15mm wrench, remove the 2 bolts securing the lower strut as shown in Photo 5, to the lower control arm and
remove the strut from the vehicle. Remove and discard the factory lower retainer clips. New hardware will be used.
9. Remove the sway bar & end links from the lower control arm as shown in Photo 6 using a 15mm wrench.
Photo 5
Photo 6
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