Aries 2154000 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Tools Required
Ratchet Socket, 13mm
Wrench, 17mm Socket, 16mm
Wrench, 18mm Socket, 18mm
Level Extension
Parts List
1 Bull bar
2Driver / left
mounting bracket
2Passenger / right
mounting bracket
4 Hex bolt, M8
4Flat washer, M8
4 Nylock nut, M8
2Bolt plate, double, M10
2Bolt plate, single, M10
4 Hex bolt, M10
14 Flat washer, M10
6Lock washer, M10
6 Hex nut, M10
4 Nylock nut, M10
1* LED wiring harness*
* Wiring harness only included
with LED equipped models
Product Image
2154000
2154100
2164000
2164100
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.
Notes and Maintenance
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
For chrome powder coat, polish may be used to clear small scratches
and scuffs on the finish. Mild soap may be used also to clean the product.
For black finishes, mild soap may be used to clean the product.
Refer to the table to the left when securing hardware during the
installation process to help prevent damage to the product or vehicle.

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Step 1A - Vehicles without tow hooks
For vehicles with tow hooks,
skip to Step 2A.
Locate the two mounting points on
the front end of the vehicle. Locate
the driver-side mounting point.
Step 1B - Vehicles without tow hooks
Place the mounting bracket up to the
vehicle. Insert the double bolt plate into
the side with two holes.
Step 1C - Vehicles without tow hooks
Secure the double bolt plate using
two M10 flat washers, two M10
lock washers and two M10 hex nuts.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 1D - Vehicles without tow hooks
Insert a single bolt plate into the
opposite side of the mounting point.
Secure the single bolt plate using
a M10 flat washer, M10 lock washer and
M10 hex nut. Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Repeat steps 1A through 1D to attach
the passenger-side mounting bracket.

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Step 2A - Vehicles with tow hooks
For vehicles with tow hooks, locate
the driver-side factory tow hook on
the front of the vehicle.
Step 2B - Vehicles with tow hooks
Loosen the front mounting bolt of the
tow hook and remove the rear bolt.
Step 2C - Vehicles with tow hooks
Place the mounting bracket onto the
vehicle and slide it over the front bolt
on the tow hook. Replace the rear tow
hook bolt. Snug the hardware, but do
not fully tighten.
Repeat steps 2A through 2C to attach
the passenger-side mounting bracket.
Step 3
To attach the bull bar mounting brackets,
lay the bull bar on a flat surface.
Insert two M8 hex bolts
in the inside rail slot.

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Step 4
Place the driver-side bracket over the
bolts and secure the bracket to the bull
bar using two M8 flat washers and two
M8 nylock nuts.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Repeat this step for the
passenger-side bracket.
Step 5
With help, lift the bull bar into place
and align the mounting tabs on the
outside of the mounting brackets.
Step 6
Insert a M10 hex bolt with flat washer on
the outside of the bracket and a M10 flat
washer and nylock nut
on the inside.
Snug the hardware, but do not fully
tighten. Repeat this process for all
mounting locations.
Level and adjust the bull bar into the
desired position and tighten all hardware.
Tighten all hardware to the
recommended torque specifications
listed in the table on the first page.
If your bull bar is not equipped
with lights skip to step 9.
If your bull bar is equipped with lights
complete steps 7 and 8.
Note: If the LED lights are being used
with a 24V system, the 12V relay will
need to be replaced with a 24V unit.

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Step 9
Congratulations on the installation of
your new ARIES AdvantEDGE™bull bar.
With the bull bar 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.
Step 8 - For Models with LED Lights Included
Connect the red fused wire with the ring
terminal to the positive battery post.
Connect the black wire ring terminal
to the negative battery post or other
suitable vehicle grounding point.
Mount the supplied relay to the vehicle
and secure all wires with zip ties away
from moving parts to avoid damage.
Test the lights to ensure proper function.
Step 7 - For Models with LED Lights Included
Disconnect the supplied switch
from the wire harness and install
in desired location.
With the switch installed, route the wire
harness to the LED lights and the switch.
Reconnect the blue, red and black spade
connectors to the switch as shown.
Note: The black wire connects
to the gold switch terminal.
Plug the male connector on the wire
harness into the female connector
attached to the LED lights.