Maintenance
Vehicle Check-List
- Check air lines and fittings for leaks: rubbing on air spring.
- Check for proper clearance around air spring when inflated. Generally, a minimum of 36 mm will allow for the increased diameter which occurs in heavy jounce.
- Periodically, check suspension for proper ride height. This dimension should be maintained +/- 7 mm to protect the springs and shocks from over-extension or frequent bottoming out of the suspension.
- When doing routine vehicle maintenance, block up the suspension and check for irregular wear or material build-up on the flexmember. Clean, if necessary, using a non-petroleum based cleaning solution.
- Check rolling lobe piston for material build-up. Hardened debris on the piston will shorten spring life and should be removed as part of your regular maintenance.
- Check shock absorbers for any signs of leaking hydraulic fluid, broken end connections, worn bushings or cylinders, over extension.
- Periodically, check nuts and bolts for proper torque. See manufacturer’s manual for specific recommendations.
- Check height control valve to see that it is functioning properly. Clean or replace, if necessary. A properly maintained valve will save hundreds of dollars in unneeded maintenance expense.
- Routine inspection of all of the above, according to a pre-determined mileage maintenance schedule, will extend the life of your vehicle and reduce your overall maintenance expense.