Aries 2081004 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL CENTER SECTION
Center Section Parts List
1TrailChaser™ center section
8Hex bolt, M12
16 Flat washer, M12
8Lock washer, M12
8Nut, M12
Torque Specifications
M6 bolt 7 ft-lbs.
M8 bolt 16 ft-lbs.
M10 bolt 33 ft-lbs.
M12 bolt 58 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted
Tools Required
Ratchet Phillips screwdriver
Socket extension Flathead screwdriver
Socket set Allen wrench set
Level Box wrench set
Level of Difficulty
Moderate
Notes and Maintenance
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
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 (center section only)
Applicable to the Following Part Numbers
2081004 2081003
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This is the first of two manuals required
to complete this installation. The second
manual is included with your bumper
corners. If installing a brush guard, there
will be a third manual required.

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Step 1
Remove the front fascia by removing the eight
plastic push fasteners from the upper edge
of the lower front fascia. Using a socket,
remove the two 5mm screws securing the
lower edge of the plastic fascia.
Step 2
From behind the factory bumper
on the passenger side, disconnect
the fog light wiring harness.
Step 3
On the driver side, remove the four nuts
securing the factory bumper in place.
Repeat this step on the passenger side.
Step 4
Once all of the bolts have been removed,
carefully lift the factory bumper from the
frame and set it on a flat work surface.

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Step 5
On the driver side, remove the plastic cover
over the factory fog light. Remove the fog light
and plastic housing from the factory bumper.
Disconnect the wiring harness from
the fog light. Remove the factory fog
light from the plastic housing.
Repeat this step on the passenger side.

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Step 6
Remove the fog light wiring harness from the
factory bumper. Begin by removing the retainer
clips from the eight bumper mounting studs.
Remove the four bolts securing the beam to
the bumper. Lift the beam from the bumper,
exposing the fog light harness.
Remove the plastic push fasteners securing
the wire harness to the bumper. The harness
will be used on the new bumper.
Note: To continue the installation, refer to the
installation manual included with your bumper
corners. Refer to the installation manual
supplied with any additional accessories
after the corners have been installed, prior
to mounting the bumper to the vehicle.
With your corners and additional accessories
(if applicable) installed, continue to Step 7 to
complete the bumper installation.
Step 7
Install the factory fog lights into the new
bumper. Be sure to fully engage the plastic
push fasteners on the factory fog light into
the mounting holes on the bumper.

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Step 8
With assistance, lift the bumper into
place over the factory mounting locations.
Attach the bumper using M12 bolts,
flat washers, lock washers and hex nuts
on all eight mounting locations.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 9
Connect the fog light harness
to the fog lights in the bumper.
From behind the bumper on
the passenger side, reconnect
the fog light wiring harness.
Step 10
Level and adjust the bumper to the
desired position and tighten all hardware
to the recommended torque specifications
listed in the table on the first page.
Note: If installing a bumper with corners that
include turn signals, refer to step 12 on the
installation included with your bumper corners.
Congratulations on the installation of
your new ARIES TrailChaser™bumper.
With the bumper 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
first page of this instruction manual.