Rough Country 262.22 User Manual
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07 + 4WD 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 will not fit vehicles equipped with electric steering.
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: For-
alignment purposes, it may be necessary to trim/shorten the tie rod end to allow the front end alignment to be set
properly. Please alert your alignment specialist of this possibility.
Optional kicker Bars Part #1262 are available for this kit. Please contact you local Rough Country Dealer for information.
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 800222-7023. 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 Blocks & U-bolts
Diff Drop Brackets
Fr Sway Bar Drops (2)
Rear Cross Member
Fr Cross Member
Rear Brake Line Bracket
Axle
Spacers
(2)
Rear Shocks
Fr Brake Line Brackets (2)
Knuckles (2)
Skid Plate
Fr Strut Spacers (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
1264Box2
Sway Bar Bracket (2)
Fr Brake Line Bracket (2)
Rear Brake Line Bracket
Front Skid Plate
Dr Diff Bracket
Pass Diff Bracket
Axle Spacers (2)
Performance 2.2 Shock (2)
Hardware Bag
For Front Cross Member
5/8” X 4 1/2” Bolt (2)
5/8” Nuts (2)
5/8” Flat Washers (4)
For Rear Cross Member
5/8” x 5 1/2”Bolt (2)
5/8” Lock Nuts (2)
5/8” Flat Washers (4)
For Front CV Axle Spacers
10mm x 65mm Allen Hd Bolt (12)
For Driver Side Diff. Drop Bracket
12mm x 35mm Bolt (2)
12mm Flange Nut (2)
Hardware Bags Contents Cont.
For Pas Side Differential Brkt
12mm x 45mm Bolt (2)
12mm Flange Nut (2)
12mm Washer (2)
For Lwr Strut to Ctrl Arm Mt
10mm x 55mm Bolt (4)
10mm Lock Nuts (4)
10mm Washers (8)
For Sway Bar Bracket
10mm x 35mm Bolt (4)
10mm Lock Nuts (4)
10mm Lock Washer (4)
10mm Washers (8)
For Frt and Rr Brake Line Brkts
5/16” x 3/4” Bolt (4)
5/16” Nylon Lock Nut (4)
5/16” Washer (8)
For Skid Plate Installation
3/8” x 1” Bolt (4)
3/8” Lock Washer (4)
3/8” Flat Washer (4)
Shock Bushing Bag
Bushings (4)
Shock Sleeve (4)
1261Box 1
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
12mm Washer (2)
CAD DRAWING SHOWING KIT COMPONENTS AND INSTALLED LOCATIONS
DIAGRAM SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL KICKER BARS PART #1262
INSTALLED
Torque Specs:
Size Grade 5 Grade 8
5/16” 15 ft/lbs 20 ft/lbs
3/8” 30 ft/lbs 35 ft/lbs
7/16” 45 ft/lbs 60 ft/lbs
1/2” 65 ft/lbs 90 ft/lbs
9/16” 95 ft/lbs 130 ft/lbs
5/8” 135 ft/lbs 175 ft/lbs
3/4” 185 ft/lbs 280 ft/lbs
Class 8.8 Class 10.9
6MM 5 ft/lbs 9 ft/lbs
8MM 18ft/lbs 23 ft/lbs
10MM 32ft/lbs 45ft/lbs
12MM 55ft/lbs 75ft/lbs
14MM 85ft/lbs 120ft/lbs
16MM 130ft/lbs 165ft/lbs
18MM 170ft/lbs 240ft/lbs
Tools Needed:
Floor Jack /Jack Stands
8mm Allen Socket
10mm socket / wrench
11mm socket / wrench
13 mm socket/ wrench
15mm socket / wrench
17mm socket/ wrench
18mm socket / wrench
21mm socket / wrench
22mm socket / wrench
24mm socket / wrench
19mm socket / wrench
35mm socket
7/16” socket / wrench
9/16 socket / wrench
Reciprocating Saw
Drill
11/16” Drill Bit
Hand Grinder
Loctite
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. Remove the axle nut from the knuckle as shown in Photo 4 using a 35mm socket. Retain the hardware for reuse.
Photo 3
Photo 4
8. Using a 18mm wrench, remove the upper strut nuts as shown in Photo 5. Retain factory hardware for reuse.
9. Using a 15mm wrench, remove the 2 bolts securing the lower strut as shown in Photo 6, 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.
Photo 5
Photo 6
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