Sunday, July 13, 2008

2008+ Mitsubishi Lancer QuickLIFT Installation Guide

Remove all items from the packing tube. You should have the following before beginning:
* (2) Gas springs (RT-QL-170-A6A) - Be sure to cycle them a few times before installing.
* (4) #2-3/16" Multi-grip rivets (used on hood brackets)
* (2) ball-studs and washers each with a locking nut.
* (2) mounting brackets
* Printed Color Instructions
* Gas Spring locking clips - (Already installed in the gas spring ball-ends - Remove before assembly)

Please gather the following tools before you begin the installation:
* Power Drill
* 3/16", indexed #11 & 5/16" drill bits
* Fine permanent marker or felt tip pen
* Tape measure or ruler
* Masking tape
* Hammer & center punch
* Rivet gun,capable of 3/16" rivets (most brands can handle this size)
Note: Only use the rivets supplied in the QuickLIFT system.

A. Open and prop your hood.
B. Standing on the driver’s side in the middle of the engine compartment,examine the area on the inner fender lip.
Note the overhanging fender mounting bolt. The centerline of this bolt should be used to align the ball-stud mounting bracket (offset 3/8”to the left or front of the vehicle). Back of bracket up against lip.
C. Place the bracket on the flat surface aligning either the left edge of the bracket with the metal shown below,or using the measurement shown to the right (centerlines offset by 3/8”).

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