Aries 203016 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 203016
Parts List
1Driver / left side bar
1Passenger / right side bar
2Driver / left cradle bracket
2Passenger / right cradle bracket
8Hex bolt, M8
8Flat washer, M8
8Lock washer, M8
8Clip nut, M10
16 Hex bolt, M10
16 Large flat washer, M10
8Small flat washer, M10
16 Lock washer, M10
8Hex nut, M10
Torque Specifications
Metric
M6 bolt 3 ft-lbs.
M8 bolt 7 ft-lbs.
M10 bolt 16 ft-lbs.
M12 bolt 28 ft-lbs.
SAE
1/4" bolt 3 ft-lbs.
5/16" bolt 7 ft-lbs.
3/8" bolt 16 ft-lbs.
7/16" bolt 20 ft-lbs.
1/2" bolt 28 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted
Tools Required
Ratchet Socket set
Torque wrench Wrench set
Level --
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Notes and Maintenance
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
To protect the product, wax after installing. Regular waxing is recommended
to add a protective layer over the finish. Do not use any type of polish or wax
that may contain abrasives that could damage the finish.
For polished, gloss and other smooth finishes,
polish may be used to clear small scratches and scuffs on the finish.
Mild automotive detergent may be used to clean the product. Do not use dish detergent, abrasive
cleaners, abrasive pads, wire brushes or other similar products that may damage the finish.
Refer to the table to the left when securing hardware during the
installation process to help prevent damage to the product or vehicle.
Product Photo
Front
Rear
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Step 1
Starting on the driver side, locate
the two mounting locations along
the bottom edge of the vehicle.
Be sure to use a bracket with a left facing
cradle and one with a right facing cradle for
each side of the vehicle. The cradles will be
positioned so that they are facing inwards
towards the center of the vehicle.
Step 4
Place the driver-side side bar onto the
brackets and secure with four M8 bolts,
lock washers and flat washers.
Do not tighten hardware until
all fasteners have been started.
Note: The mounting holes for the side bar
that are closest to the end of the side bar
should face the front of the vehicle
Step 2
Starting at the front driver-side mounting
location, remove the tape and insert two M10
clip nuts into the rectangular hole. Align the
clip nuts over the adjacent round holes.
Place a bracket onto the vehicle and secure
the top portion with two M10 hex bolts, lock
washers and flat washers.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 3
Finish securing the front mounting bracket
to the vehicle by inserting two M10 hex bolts
and flat washers from the bottom side of the
bracket. Secure with two M10 lock washers,
small flat washers and hex nuts on the top side.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Repeat steps 2 and 3
to install the rear bracket.

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Step 5
At this time, adjust the side
bar to the desired location.
With the side bar in position,
it is recommended to tighten all
brackets to the vehicle first, followed
by the side step connections.
For recommended torque specifications,
refer to the table on page one.
Repeat steps 1 through 5
on the passenger side of vehicle.
Step 6
Congratulations on the installation
of your new ARIES 3" round side bars.
With the side bars installed,
periodic inspections should be
performed to ensure all mounting
hardware remains tight.
To protect your investment, see the
'Notes and Maintenance' section on the
second page of this instruction manual.