Aries 4524 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 4524
Parts List
1Driver / left side bar
1Passenger / right side bar
6Mounting brackets
6Bolt plate
18 Flat washer, M8
18 Lock washer, M8
18 Hex nut, M8
24 Flat washer, M6
24 Hex nut, M6
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
Socket set Utility knife
Ratchet 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
6" Oval Side Bars (not included)
Front
FrontFront
Rear
RearRear
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Additional Hardware*
24 T-bolt bolt, M8
24 Flat washer, M8
24 Lock washer, M8
24 Hex nut, M8
* Aluminum side bars are supplied with
additional hardware. Quantities listed are in
addition to the standard supplied hardware.

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Step 1
Starting on the driver side, locate the
three mounting tabs along the bottom
edge of the vehicle body.
Step 4
Carefully place the side bar onto
the brackets with the larger step pad
towards the front of the vehicle.
Step 2
Starting at the front mounting location,
remove any debris from the factory studs.
Secure a mounting bracket using an M8 flat
washer, lock washer and hex nut.
Note: Apply anti-seize to the studs to keep the
nuts from seizing up. Repeat this process for
the middle and rear mounting locations.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 3
Repeat step 2 for the front, middle and rear
mounting locations on the passenger side.

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Step 5A - For Polished Stainless Steel Side Bars
Insert a bolt plate into the bottom
channels of the side bar as shown.
Slide the bolt plate forward to the front
bracket and insert the studs through the
bracket cradle. Repeat this for the middle
and rear brackets.
Secure the side bar to the brackets
using twelve M6 flat washers and hex nuts.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 7
Repeat steps 5 through 7 on the
passenger side of the vehicle.
Congratulations on the installation
of your new ARIES 6" oval 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 first page of this instruction manual.
Step 5B - For Semi-Gloss Black, Aluminum Side Bars
Insert four T-bolts into the bottom
channels of the side bar as shown.
Slide the bolts forward to the front
bracket and insert through the bracket
cradle. Repeat this for the middle and
rear brackets.
Secure the side bar to the brackets
using twelve M8 flat washers,
lock washers and hex nuts.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 6
Adjust and level the side bar, centering it
between the front and rear wheel wells.
With the side bar in position, it is
recommended to tighten all brackets
to the vehicle first, followed by the
side bar connections.