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Vehicle Damage Warnings

WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY TO THE AIR RIDE CONTROL SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING, JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR RIDE CONTROL EQUIPPED VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY OR TURNING OFF THE AIR SUSPENSION SERVICE SWITCH LOCATED IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ON THE LH SIDE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE OPERATIONS.

CAUTION:
^ Steering linkage fasteners are important parts because they could affect the performance of vital components and systems and could result in major service expense. They must be replaced with the same part number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to maintain proper retention of these parts.
^ NEVER straighten bent linkage, use new parts.

NOTE:
Hoisting/Lifting
^ Incorrect hoisting can damage steering linkage components and front suspension components.
^ Before hoisting/lifting turn the air suspension switch (if equipped) OFF. It is located in LH side of luggage compartment. Be sure to turn ON when service is completed.