Installation of a Performance Automotive group body lift will change the center of gravity and the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Because of the higher center of gravity and larger tires, the vehicle will handle and react differently both on and off road. You must drive it safely! Extreme care must be taken to prevent vehicle rollover or loss of control, which could result in serious injury or death. Avoid sudden sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers and always make sure all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fastened.
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The mounting procedure outlined below covers the 2000 - 2004 Dodge Dakota trucks. You will need to refer to the illustrations and familiarize yourself with each of the undercarriage components and their relative position to each other. Then proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect fog lamps from bumper if equipped on vehicle.
2. Cut rubber portion of air deflector attached to bumper and discard. Open vehicle hood and remove four vertical bumper bolts from existing Bumper Brackets (BB). Remove bolts from two outer bumper brackets if equipped on vehicle. Remove bumper.
3. Clamp existing Bumper Bracket (BB) to frame rail. Remove two existing Nuts (AA) from Bumper Bracket (BB). Use chisel and hammer between head of existing Bolts (CC) and Bumper Bracket (BB) to force them loose. Use caution to prevent damage to parts. Unclamp and remove Bumper Bracket (BB). Repeat process on opposite side of vehicle.
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These grilles are fabricated employing quality materials and finishes, and have been engineered to enhance the look of your vehicle for the duration of its life. Proper installation is essential to your overall satisfaction, so please read these instructions before attempting to install the grilles. Exercise patience; these instructions are intended to assist even the most mechanically challenged.
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Neon Front Door Instructions:
1. Using a pick tool pry open the screw cover behind the interior door release lever and remove the screw.
2. Remove the screws in the armrest pocket and at the top of the door near the front.
3. For models with manual windows use a window crank removal tool to disengage the pin securing the window
crank and pull the window crank from the door. The triangle shaped piece that houses the side mirror
adjustment control lever will need to be pulled away from the door. Using a panel removal tool gently pry
the bottom of the plastic away from the door to release the fasteners and let it hang by the mirror control cables.
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1. Remove tailgate by disconnecting the tether cable and lifting the tailgate out at approximately a 45º angle. (Reference the truck’s Owner’s manual)
2. Carefully remove the OEM tailgate pivot cups from the tailgate taking note of which side they belong on.
3. Remove tether bolt. A special wrench may be required.
4. Remove latch pin bolt. A special wrench may be required.
5. Figures 1 through 5 show the three styles of TireGates
6. Install the supplied pivot cups and the right and left OEM pivot cups in the left and right side uprights. See Figure 6.
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The Jet Performance Module is designed to enhance the performance and drivability of your vehicle. By optimizing the air/fuel ratio, ignition advance and various other parameters. The Jet Module retunes your engine for maximum performance.
JET STAGE 1 MODULE:
The Jet Stage 1 Module is optimized for stock vehicles. Minor bolt on modifications such as free flow air filters and cat back exhaust systems will work with the stage 1 tuning. Premium fuel is recommended for best performance gains, but for normal light driving, lowgrade or midgrade fuels may be used.
JET STAGE 2 MODULE:
The Jet Stage 2 Module is optimized for modified vehicles. The stage 2 requires premium fuel and the use of a Jet 180 degree thermostat. We also recommend a cat back exhaust system. The stage 2 will work well with headers, free flow air intake systems and filters.
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Included with your Poweraid Spacer is a sticker with a California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) Executive Order (EO) number. This sticker must be placed in plain view inside of the engine compartment. Failure to do so may prevent you from passing a smog inspection.
Installation Procedure:
1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly.
3. Using 1/2” socket, remove (4) 5/16” bolts attaching throttle body to manifold.
4. Lift throttle body.
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All hardware should be tightened only enough to ensure safety during assembly. Fully tighten all hardware after entire assembly is completed.
1. Insert pairs of 5/8 inch x 7 1/2 inch and 5/8 inch x 8 inch hex bolts through holes in four 1/2 inch thick top bars from the kit. Place the 7 1/2 inch bolt/bar assemblies over the side rails of the vehicle ahead of the cab mount structure. Place the 8 inch bolt/bar assemblies over the side rails behind the cab mount structure.
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REMOVAL OF EXISTING MIRROR:
1. Have both windows in the down position. Remove the trim panel on both doors, start by removing two philips screws. One is located in the hand hold and the other is in the corner in front of the window. (note - there are two trim panel clips below the window).
2. Remove the foam insulation covering the stock mirror mounting nuts.
3. Support the stock mirror while removing the 3 mirror mount nuts and then remove the stock mirrors.
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1. Turn the ignition OFF and disconnect the vehicle’s negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the air temp. sensor electrical connection.
3. Loosen the hose clamps at the turbo inlet and the airbox outlet as shown.
4. Remove the intake tube from the vehicle as shown.
5. Loosen and remove the 10mm nut that retains the airbox to the vehicle.
6. Remove the complete airbox assembly from the vehicle as shown.
7. Remove the airbox mounting grommet as shown.
8. Install the large “L” bracket onto the heat shield with the provided hardware. NOTE: Do not tighten completely.
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