Follow Torque From Manual or on Spring of Firestone Air Springs on 2013 Toyota Tundra

Question:

I bought the above kit from you. I am confused about Table As six lines of torque specs and the torque specs on the sticker on the top of the air spring, as it relates to the parts. I have 2 questions. Question #1-What is the torque range for the 5/8inch jam nut that is screwed onto the top of the air spring once it is in place? Is it 20-30 ftlbs from the sticker or 15-20 ftlbs line 1-Table A? Question #2-What is the torque specs for each of the 3/8inch carriage bolt flange nuts that secure the lower bracket/leaf strap bracket to the leaf spring? Is it 15-20 ftlbs line 2-Table A or 28-32 ftlbs line 4-Table A? I would appreciate your clarity. Also, stay safe and hunker down during this scary time. Have a blessed day!

asked by: Terry B

Expert Reply:

Thanks for the purchase and the kind words, and I can help you out here in regards to the torque of the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2445 that fit your 2013 Toyota Tundra.

You always want to follow what is in the written manual as opposed to what is on top of the spring, as these springs are used for more than just this application. So you'll want to follow the 15-20 ft lbs from line 1 and 28-32 lbs from line 4, respectively.

I have also added a link to a video showing an install on a 2013 Toyota Tundra of the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2445.

expert reply by: Kyle S