Aries 2162001 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Parts List
1Bull bar
2Driver / left mounting bracket
2Passenger / right mounting bracket
1Driver / left bull bar bracket
1Passenger / right bull bar bracket
1LED wiring harness*
4Hex bolt, M8
4Flat washer, M8
4Nylock nut, M8
4Hex bolt, M10
4Flat washer, M10
4Nylock nut, M10
2Nylock nut, M12
2Hex bolt, M12
2Flat washer, M12
* Wiring harness only included
with LED-equipped models
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 Wrench, 13mm
Socket, 13mm Wrench, 17mm
Socket, 17mm Level
Socket Extension
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 Image
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Step 1
Remove the splash guard.
Step 2
Once the splash guard is removed,
remove the factory bolt on the driver side.
Step 3
After the bolt is out, take the driver-side
bracket and attach using the factory bolts.
With the bottom bolt snug, use an M12 bolt,
flat washer and nylock nut to secure
the top of the bracket.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.

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Step 5
To attach the bull bar mounting brackets,
lay the bull bar on a flat surface.
Insert two M8 hex bolts into the inner rail slot.
Place the driver-side bracket over the
bolts and secure the bracket to the bull
bar using an M8 flat washer and M8
nylock nut.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 6
With help, lift the bull bar into place
and align the mounting tabs on the
outside of the mounting brackets.
Step 7
Insert an M10 hex bolt with a flat washer
on the outside of the bracket and an M10
flat washer and nylock nut on the inside.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Repeat this process
for all mounting locations.
Step 4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 on the passenger side.

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Step 9
Disconnect the supplied switch
from the wiring harness and install
in the desired location.
With the switch installed, route the wiring
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 wiring
harness into the female connector
attached to the LED lights.
Step 10
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 8
Level and adjust the bull bar into the
desired position and 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 11.
If your bull bar is equipped with lights,
complete steps 9 and 10.
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 11
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.