Firestone 2609 Ride-Rite Rear Air Helper Springs for 2019-2026 Chevy/GMC 1500

Vehicle Fitment

• 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2WD & 4WD, Excluding 3.0 EcoDiesel)
• 2019-2026 GMC Sierra 1500 (2WD & 4WD, Excluding 3.0 EcoDiesel)
• 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD (2WD & 4WD, Excluding 3.0 EcoDiesel)
• 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited (2WD & 4WD, Excluding 3.0 EcoDiesel)

Features

• Ride-Rite rear air helper spring kit enhances load support
• Adjustable pneumatic air springs help level vehicle under load
• Improves ride comfort, stability, and braking effectiveness
• Helps reduce suspension fatigue and bottoming out
• Individual inflation valves allow side-to-side or front-to-rear adjustment
• Brackets, hardware, air line, and inflation valves included
• No drilling required on most compatible frames
• Typical installation time around 1-2 hours

Specifications

• Brand: Firestone Ride-Rite
• Part Number: 2609 (W217602609)
• Application: Rear air helper spring kit
• Position: Rear suspension between frame and axle
• Compatibility: 2019-2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 (various trims) excluding 3.0 EcoDiesel models
• Air Pressure Range: ~5-100 PSI adjustable
• Load Leveling Capacity: ~3,200-5,000 lbs per set
• Installation: Typically 1-2 hours, no drill on many applications

Included Components

• 2x Ride-Rite rear air helper springs
• Upper and lower mounting brackets
• Air line tubing
• 2x Manual inflation valves
• All required mounting hardware
• Installation instructions

Product Description

The Firestone 2609 Ride-Rite Rear Air Helper Spring Kit is engineered for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks (both 2WD and 4WD) to provide adjustable rear suspension support when hauling cargo or towing. Designed to mount between the frame and rear suspension, the kit's pneumatic air springs help keep the vehicle level under load, improving ride comfort, steering control, and braking performance. This kit excludes vehicles equipped with the 3.0 EcoDiesel engine, which require a different part due to chassis differences.

With an adjustable pressure range from approximately 5 to 100 PSI and individual inflation valves, you can fine-tune support to suit your load conditions, including off-center loads. The kit includes all necessary components - air springs, brackets, air line, inflation valves, and hardware - for a complete installation. Most compatible models allow for a no-drill installation using factory holes with a typical install time of about 1-2 hours. This Ride-Rite system enhances stability, reduces suspension fatigue, helps prevent bottoming out, and maintains proper ride height and tire contact for safer handling and braking when under load.