Fabtech FT22179i Installation Instructions Manual Download

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25. Install a ½” -13 x 4” bolt, washers and nut through the

tabs on the rear crossmember and the bushing on the
center bracket. Leave loose at this time.

SEE FIGURE 28

22. Locate the center differential bracket (FT30645). Install

two of the Fabtech (FT1020) bushings and one sleeve
(FT181) into the barrel on the differential bracket.

SEE FIGURE 24

23. On the front axle tube, remove the rear and lower bolts

to allow for the new center differential bracket to be
mounted.

24. Mount the differential bracket to the center of the

differential using three M10-1.5 x 45mm bolts, lock
washers, and flat washers. Mount the front tab on the diff
to the center bracket using one ½”-13 x 2” bolt, nut and
washers. Leave loose at this time.

SEE FIGURES 25-27

8 of 16

FIGURE 23 - STEP 21

FIGURE 25 - STEP 24

FIGURE 26 - STEP 24

FIGURE 28 - STEP 25

FIGURE 24 - STEP 23

FIGURE 27 - STEP 24

18MM BOLT

1/2” X 4” BOLT

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Page 1: ...ts 4331 Eucalyptus Ave Chino CA 91710 Tech Line 909 597 7800 Fax 909 597 7185 Web www fabtechmotorsports com INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2015 18 FORD F150 4WD FTS22179 6 BASIC SYSTEM FTS22181 6 PERFORMANCE SYSTEM FT22179i ...

Page 2: ...TAS16 DRIVER WARNING DECAL 1 FTREGCARD REGISTRATION CARD FT30603 HARDWARE KIT LOCATION 6 5 16 SAE WASHER G5 ZINC BRAKE LINE 3 5 16 18 STOVER NUT G5 Z1 3 5 16 18 X 1 HEX BOLT G8 ZINC 8 7 16 SAE WASHER G5 ZINC SWAY BAR EXT 4 7 16 14 C LOCK NUT ZINC 4 7 16 14 X 1 1 4 HEX BOLT G8 ZNC 1 1 2 13 X 1 3 4 HEX BOLT G8 ZINC CENTER DIFF 16 1 2 SAE WASHER G5 ZINC DIFF MOUNT SKID 8 1 2 13 C LOCK NUT ZINC 3 1 2 ...

Page 3: ...enter of gravity of the vehicle and may increase roll over as compared to stock On EcoBoost 3 5L and 2 7L models discard all air shields OEM Wheels and tires cannot be used after the installation of this kit Larger tires cannot be installed on the OEM wheels Verify differential fluid is at manufacture s recommended level prior to kit installation Installation of the kit will reposition the differe...

Page 4: ...ct the tie rod ends from the steering knuckle by striking the knuckle to dislodge the tie rod end SEE FIGURE 2 6 Remove factory Tie Rod end and discard SEE FIGURE 3 FIGURE 3 STEP 6 FIGURE 2 STEP 5 7 Remove the brake caliper and place it next to the frame Do not overstretch the brake hose when doing so Retain the hardware for reinstallation Remove the brake rotor and save Disconnect the vacuum line...

Page 5: ...ers and save for re installation SEE FIGURES 8 9 11 Locate the three upper coilover nuts and remove Save the hardware Remove the shock assembly from the vehicle and mark Driver for assembly to install later with Fabtech shock extensions NOTE If installing Dirt Logic coilovers the factory coilover and hardware will not be re used SEE FIGURE 10 12 Repeat steps 4 through 11 on the passenger side of t...

Page 6: ...ds the rear of the vehicle You will need to cut and sand a radius in the rear side of the pocket in order to clear the differential housing SEE FIGURE 17 14 Remove the front drive shaft bolts where they attach to the front differential Support the end of the driveshaft before removing the front differential SEE FIGURE 13 15 Supporting the differential remove the 3 differential mount bolts and save...

Page 7: ...e Fabtech upper differential mounts using two 13 x 4 hex cap bolts washers and lock nuts Leave all hardware loose in preparation of the installation of the remaining differential mounts SEE FIGURE 20 21 Locate the Fabtech rear crossmember FT30673BK and rear diff plate FT30646BK Install the rear diff plate FT30646BK on the FT30673BK rear crossmember using the 3 8 hardware Leave loose Next mount the...

Page 8: ... 24 23 On the front axle tube remove the rear and lower bolts to allow for the new center differential bracket to be mounted 24 Mount the differential bracket to the center of the differential using three M10 1 5 x 45mm bolts lock washers and flat washers Mount the front tab on the diff to the center bracket using one 13 x 2 bolt nut and washers Leave loose at this time SEE FIGURES 25 27 8 of 16 F...

Page 9: ... factory front control arm pockets using the factory hardware Make sure the skid plate tab on the crossmember is facing the Fabtech rear crossmember Leave the hardware loose at this time SEE FIGURE 31 31 Locate the Fabtech skid plate FT30377BK The skid plate will span the distance between the front and rear crossmembers directly under the front differential Attach the end of the skid plate with th...

Page 10: ... and FT30605BK Pass shock spacers 35 Locate the factory coilovers Using a press press the factory studs out of the bar pins SEE FIGURE 34 36 Install the Driver side spacer on the driver side coilover using the factory hardware and torque to 35 ft lbs Repeat on the passenger side SEE FIGURE 38 37 Install the coil over into the frame bucket using the supplied 7 16 hardware Torque 59 ft lbs SEE FIGUR...

Page 11: ...T30600D and install the factory hub Torque the four 14mm bolts to 160 ft lbs SEE FIGURE 40 41 Re install the 4WD actuator using the 3 factory bolts Torque to 29 ft lbs SEE FIGURE 41 42 Install the Fabtech knuckle onto the upper and lower control arms Torque the upper ball joint to 85 ft lbs and the lower ball joint to 110 ft lbs SEE FIGURE 42 43 11 of 16 FIGURE 38 STEP 39 FIGURE 39 STEP 39 FIGURE ...

Page 12: ...w Fabtech bracket Using the factory hardware mount factory brake line bracket to the side of the Fabtech knuckle After installing the factory brake line bracket check to insure full movement by steering the knuckle back and forth and make sure none of the ABS lines brake lines or vacuum lines are inhibited during full test movement of the knuckle SEE FIGURES 46 47 46 Reinstall the original brake r...

Page 13: ...6 hardware install the factory sway bar to the frame using the FT30591 driver side bracket and the FT30590 passenger side bracket When mounting the sway bar will be offset towards the rear of the truck and the flat side towards the outside SEE FIGURES 52 53 51 Install the sway bar end to the factory lower control arm using the factory end links SEE FIGURE 54 13 of 16 FIGURE 49 STEP 47 FIGURE 50 ST...

Page 14: ...and FTS6266 shocks are to be installed with the body down 56 Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer s specifications Turn front tires left to right and check for appropriate tire clearance Note Some oversized tires may require trimming of the front bumper valance 57 Check front end alignment and set to factory specifications Readjust headlights 58 Recheck all bolts for ...

Page 15: ...proper installation of HUB actuator The IWE system uses vacuum hubs that engage the front wheel hubs to the front halfshafts or disengage the front wheel hubs from the front halfshafts The IWE solenoid receives engine vacuum from the vacuum reservoir When the 4 wheel drive system is in 2WD mode the 4x4 module PCM supplies a ground path to the IWE solenoid to apply vacuum to the wheel ends disengag...

Page 16: ...eel sizes listed in Fabtech s website are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming Fabtech is not responsible for damages to the vehicle s body or tires Fabtech is not responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation of oversized tires and wheels Fabtech s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement at Fabtech option of t...

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