Aries 2164003 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Parts List
1Bull bar
1Driver / left mounting bracket
1Passenger / right mounting bracket
4Hex bolt, M8
4Flat washer, M8
4Nylock nut, M8
4Bolt plate, M12
4Flat washer, M12
4Nylock nut, M12
1* LED wiring harness*
* Wiring harness only included
with LED equipped models
Tools Required
Ratchet Extension
Level Wrench set
Socket set -- Maintenance
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.
Product Photo
2164003 2164103
Torque Specifications
M8 bolt 7 ft-lbs.
M12 bolt 28 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted
Level of Difficulty
Moderate
NOTICE
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
To help prevent damage to the product or vehicle, refer to the specified
torque specifications when securing hardware during the installation process.
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Step 1
For vehicles without tow hooks, skip to step 2.
Remove and set aside the driver-side and passenger-side tow hooks.
Step 4
With help, lift the bull bar into place and
align the bolts into the mounting brackets.
Secure the bull bar to the brackets
using the M8 flat washers and locking
nuts (Chevrolet - pictured). Snug the
hardware, but do not fully tighten.
Step 2
Place the driver-side mounting bracket
up to the vehicle and secure the bracket
using the supplied M12 hardware. Snug
the hardware, but do not fully tighten.
Chevrolet: Mount the bracket inside the
frame to the outboard wall with flanges bent in.
GMC: Mount the bracket inside the frame to
the inboard wall with flanges bent out (pictured).
Repeat on the passenger side of the vehicle. GMC
Step 3
Lay the bull bar on a flat surface.
Insert two M8 hex bolts on each side
into the inner rail slot (GMC - pictured)
or outer rail slot (Chevrolet).
GMC
Chevrolet
Step 5
Level and adjust the bull bar into the desired
position and tighten all hardware to the
recommended torque specifications
listed on the table on the first page.

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Step 7
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 ground point.
Mount the supplied relay to the vehicle
and secure all wires with zip ties away
from moving parts to avioid damage.
Test the lights to ensure proper function.
Step 6
If your bull bar is not equipped
with lights skip to step 8.
NOTICE
If the LED lights are being used
with a 24V system, the 12V relay will
need to be replaced with a 24V unit.
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. 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
Step 8
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.