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Fabtech FTS71002 User Manual

Fabtech FTS71002
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
G.M. HEAVY DUTY OUTER TIE ROD SYSTEM
FT
S71002/ FTS71006/FTS71005
2001-2010 Chevy 2
500HD 2&4wd
2003-2009 HUMMER
2011-2015 Chevy 2500HD 2&4wd
WITH FABTECH SUSPENSION
PARTS LIST:
FTS71002
TIEROD ASSY KIT
DRVR & PASS 6”
2 FT20211 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 6"
1 FT71002i INSTRUCTIONS
2 FTLOCK
THREAD LOCKING
COMPOUND 1 MIL
FTS71006
TIEROD ASSY KIT
DRVR & PASS 6"
2 FT20509 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 6"
2 FT71006I INSTRUCTIONS
1 FTLOCK
THREAD LOCKING
COMPOUND 1 MIL
FTS71005
TIEROD ASSY KIT
DRVR & PASS 4"
2 FT20529 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 4"
2 FT71005I INSTRUCTIONS
1 FTLOCK
THREAD LOCKING
COMPOUND 1 MIL
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Fabtech FTS71002 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFabtech
ModelFTS71002
CategoryAutomobile Accessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Fabtech Heavy Duty Outer Tie Rod System Installation

Product Compatibility

Details compatibility for GM 2500HD and Hummer models with Fabtech suspension.

Parts List

Lists all components included in the tie rod system kits for different models.

Pre-Installation Warnings and Recommendations

Component Alteration and Finish

Warns against altering component finish, as it can cause structural fatigue.

Instruction Adherence and Damage Risk

Emphasizes reading all instructions to prevent severe frame, suspension, and tire damage.

Vehicle Preparation and Alignment

Requires front-end alignment before installation and checking components for oversized tires.

Warranty and System Usage

Mandates greasing all fittings before driving and states the kit is for Fabtech crossmember lift systems only.

Installation Steps and Procedures

Initial Preparation and Disassembly

Disconnect battery, jack up vehicle, remove tires, and detach old tie rod ends from spindle.

Tie Rod Measurement and Cleaning

Measure tie rod assembly length, clean threads on center link, and prepare new tie rod ends.

Assembly and Torque Specifications

Assemble tie rod pieces, adjust to recorded lengths, install grease fittings, and torque to specifications.

Final Checks and Alignment

Grease fittings, check clearance, reinstall tires, recheck torque, and perform final alignment.

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