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2265 Crosswind Drive • Prescott, AZ 86301(928) 636-3175 • www.p-a-g.netNISSAN TITANCOIL SPRING LEVELING 2.5” KITINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS2004-2005 KIT# NL220WARNINGInstallation of a Performance Automotive Group suspensionlift kit will change the vehicle’s center of gravityand handling characteristics both on- and off-road. Youmust drive the vehicle safely! Extreme care must betaken to prevent vehicle rollover or loss of control,which could result in serious injury or death. Avoid suddensharp turns or abrupt maneuvers and always makesure all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fastened.WARNINGBefore you install this kit, read and understand allinstructions, warnings, cautions, and notes in thisinstruction sheet and in the vehicle owner’s manual.CAUTIONProper installation of this kit requires knowledge of thefactory recommended procedures for removal andinstallation of original equipment components. We recommendthat the factory shop manual and any specialtools needed to service your vehicle be on hand duringthe installation. Installation of this kit without properknowledge of the factory recommended proceduresmay affect the performance of these components andthe safety of the vehicle. We strongly recommend thata certified mechanic familiar with the installation of similarcomponents install this kit.WARNINGMany states and municipalities have laws restrictingbumper heights and vehicle lifts. Consult state andlocal laws to determine if the changes you intend tomake to the vehicle comply with the law.WARNINGThe installation of larger tires may reduce the effectivenessof the braking system.WARNINGAlways wear eye protection when operating powertools.WARNINGBefore you install this kit, block the vehicle tires to preventthe vehicle from rolling.NOTEPerformance Automotive Group recommends usingthe Loctite® supplied in the kit on the threads of all kitnuts and bolts unless specified otherwise in theseinstructions.NOTEInstallation of a suspension lift will change the drivelineangles which may cause a noticeable vibration in thevehicle. See the troubleshooting section at the end ofthese instructions.WARNINGDO NOT combine suspension, body, or other liftdevices. Use of vehicle with combined lifts may resultin unsafe and/or unexpected handling characteristics.WARNINGThis kit should only be installed on a vehicle that is ingood working condition. Before you install the kit, thoroughlyinspect the vehicle for corrosion or deformationof the sheet metal. If the vehicle is suspected to havebeen in a collision or misused, do not install this kit.Off-road use of your vehicle with this kit installed mayincrease the stress applied to the factory components.Failure to observe this warning may result in seriouspersonal injury and/or severe damage to your vehicle.1 ‘04-’05 Titan Leveling - Kit NL220

Before Starting InstallationNOTEKit parts are prefaced by the word kit and appear inbold print.1. Carefully read all warnings and instructions completelybefore beginning.2. Verify all parts have been received in this kit bychecking the parts list at the end of this document.3. Only install this kit on the vehicle for which it isspecified. If anytime during the installation youencounter something different from what is outlinedin the instructions, call technical support at (928)636-3175.4. Special tools needed:a. Coil spring compressorsb. Tie rod puller5. Park vehicle on a clean, dry, flat, level surface andblock tires so vehicle cannot roll in either direction.Engine Compartment1. Disconnect both battery cables. Disconnect negativecable first, then positive cable.PositiveCableBatteryNegativeCablePrepare to Install Leveling Kit1. Loosen, but do not remove, lug nuts on each frontwheel.2. Using a hydraulic floor jack, slowly lift front axle untilfront tires are 3-5” off ground. Position jack standsunder frame. Lower vehicle onto jack stands whilemaintaining hydraulic jack pressure underneath frontaxle.Torque SpecificationsSee factory service manual for torque values when reusingOE fasteners.Bolt Size Grade 5 (ft.-lbs.) Grade 8 (ft.-lbs.)1/4”-20 10 101/4”-28 10 12.55/16”-18 17 22.55/16”-24 20 253/8”-16 30 403/8”-24 35 457/16”-14 50 657/16”-20 55 701/2”-13 75 1001/2”-20 55 709/16”-12 105 1359/16”-18 115 1505/8”-11 150 1955/8”-18 160 2103/4”-16 175 225HydraulicFloor JackJackStandsWARNINGUse extreme caution when lifting vehicle from ground.To prevent serious personal injury, ensure the liftingdevice is securely placed.3. Remove lug nuts and front wheels from vehicle.4. Driver side strut assembly2 ‘04-’05 Titan Leveling - Kit NL220

a. Remove driver side nut and sway bar link fromlower A-arm.d. Remove nut, bolt, and strut assembly from lowerA-arm.Sway BarStrutAssemblyEnd Link &NutNut & BoltLowerA-ArmNOTEIt may be necessary to use a tie rod puller to separatetie rod from steering knuckle.b. Remove nut, and using tie rod puller, remove tierod from steering knuckle.SteeringKnuckleLowerA-Arme. Remove three nuts and strut assembly from struttower.StrutAssemblyNutsStrutTowerTie Rod& NutNOTEIt may be necessary to use a tie rod puller to separateupper ball joint from steering knuckle.c. Remove nut, and using tie rod puller, removesteering knuckle from upper ball joint and upperA-arm.f. Repeat above steps for passenger side strutassembly.Install Leveling Kit1. Driver side strut assemblya. Mark stud plate, coil spring, and strut body withalignment mark for proper re-installation.Upper A-Arm& Ball JointStud Plate& Coil SpringNutAlignmentMarksSteeringKnuckleStrut Body3 ‘04-’05 Titan Leveling - Kit NL220

j. Install steering knuckle onto upper ball joint andA-arm with nut. TORQUE nut to OE specification.Upper A-Arm& Ball JointAfter Completing InstallationEngine Compartment1. Connect both battery cables. Connect positive cablefirst, then negative cable.NutPositiveCableSteeringKnucklek. Install tie rod onto steering knuckle with nut.TORQUE nut to OE specification.SteeringKnuckleBatteryNegativeCableMiscellaneous1. Align vehicle to OE specifications. Retain alignmentresults.Tie Rod& Nutl. Repeat above steps for passenger side assembly.2. Install sway bar link onto driver side lower A-armwith nut.Sway BarEnd Link &NutLowerA-Arm3. Install two front wheels onto vehicle with lug nuts.Snug, but do not tighten lug nuts.2. Check steering and suspension in all positions toensure that there is no bind and adequate clearancebetween all moving, fixed, and heated members.Check operation of clutch, brake system, and parkingbrake. Check operation of transmission andtransfer case. Ensure there is full engagement in allgears and 4WD ranges. Check battery connectionsand electrical component operations. Test-drivevehicle.3. Adjust headlights.4. Check all fasteners to ensure they are tight.5. Ensure all wires, hoses, cables, etc. are properlyconnected and there is ample slack.WARNINGRetorque all fasteners after 500 miles and after off roaduse. All suspension lift components should be visuallyinspected and fasteners retorqued during routine vehicleservicing.4. Raise vehicle using hydraulic floor jack and removejack stands.5. TORQUE lug nuts to specification.5 ‘04-’05 Titan Leveling - Kit NL220

NOTEAll warranty information, instruction sheets, and otherdocuments regarding the installation of this productmust be retained by the vehicle owner. Informationcontained in the instructions and on the warranty cardwill be required for any warranty claims. The vehicleowner needs to understand the modifications made tothe vehicle and how they affect vehicle handling andperformance. Failure to provide the customer with thisinformation can result in damage to the vehicle andsevere personal injury.Kit Parts ListQty. Description6 Bolt (10mm x 40mm)6 Nut (10mm)2 Spacer (urethane)2 Spacer (aluminum)4 Tie (zip)6 Washer (10mm lock)NOTEDepending on the vehicle configuration (automatic ormanual transmission, 2WD or 4WD, cab length, bedlength, etc.), some parts may not be used.Rev. 02, Copyright 12/05Performance Automotive Groupwww.p-a-g.net6 ‘04-’05 Titan Leveling - Kit NL220