Aries S224045 User manual

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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 stainless steel, polish may be used to clear small scratches
and scuffs on the finish. Mild soap may be used also to clean the product.
Always start threaded fasteners by hand and finish tightening with a wrench.
Do not use an impact driver as this may result in cross-threading and cause
damage to the side bar.
Level of Difficulty
Easy
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INSTALLATION MANUAL S224045
Parts List
1Driver / left side bar
1Passenger / right side bar
8Mounting bracket, universal
13 Clip nut, 8mm
17 Hex bolt, 8mm x 25mm
17 Flat washer, 8mm
17 Lock washer, 8mm
17 Hex bolt, 10mm x 30mm
19 Flat washer, 10mm
18 Lock washer, 10mm
1Bolt plate, 10mm
2Hex nut, 10mm
1Plastic bolt retainer, 10mm
1Def-tank L-bracket
1Def-tank support bracket
Tools Required
Ratchet Socket, 16mm
Wrench, 16mm Socket, 13mm
Level
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Step 1
Locate the five mounting tabs along
the bottom edge of the vehicle body.
This installation will use the first,
second, fourth and fifth mounting tabs.
Step 2
Starting at the front driver side mounting
location, locate the threaded hole on
the inside of the body panel.
Attach a universal mounting bracket to
the body panel using an 8mm hex bolt
with a lock and flat washer.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 3
Rotate the bottom of the bracket
to the side to expose the hole in
the mounting tab.
Slide an 8mm clip-nut over the
mounting tab and rotate the bracket
back into position.
Secure the bracket with a second 8mm
hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install the
second bracket over the second
mounting tab location from step 1.

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Step 5
Locate the fourth mounting tab from step 1
and remove the rubber plug from the
access hole.
Insert a clip nut through the access hole
and align it over the adjacent small hole.
Secure the top of the bracket with
an 8mm hex bolt, lock washer and
flat washer.
Repeat step 3 to secure
the bottom of the bracket.
Step 6
Locate the fifth mounting tab from step 1.
Repeat step 5 to install the fourth
and final bracket on the driver side
of the vehicle.
Step 7
Carefully position the side bar
onto the mounting brackets.
Ensure all the mount locations on
the bottom of the side bar line up
with the mounting brackets.
Note: If the holes on the side bar to
not match up with the brackets, ensure
all brackets have been installed in the
correct locations and the correct side
bar is being used.
Step 8
Attach the side bar to the brackets
with eight of the 10mm hex bolts,
lock washers and flat washers.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.

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Step 9
Ensure the vehicle is on level ground.
Use a bubble level ensure the side bar
is level and parallel with the side of the
vehicle. Make adjustments to the bracket
positions and rotate the side bar as
necessary.
With the side bar aligned, tighten all the
hardware on the brackets to the vehicle.
Double check that the side bar is level
and finalize the install by tightening all the
hardware securing it to the brackets.
Step 10
Repeat steps 1 through 9
on the passenger side.
Note: For diesel trucks, the front bracket
on the passenger side will require the
included def-tank brackets. Follow steps
11 through 16 to complete the install.
Step 12
Insert the 10mm bolt plate into
the access hole in the rocker panel.
Push the plastic retainer onto the
threaded end of the bolt plate to
help hold the plate in position.
Step 11 2014 or older 2015 or newer
Locate the def-tank bracket
components for diesel truck models.
Begin the install by locating the round
factory hole in the bottom of the rocker
panel, closest to the front bracket
mounting location. The installation of
the bracket will vary depending on the
vehicle model shown to the right.
Remove the plastic plug to expose
the mounting hole in the rocker panel.

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Step 13
Select the def-tank L-bracket.
Attach the short end of the bracket to
the bolt plate with the flat washer, lock
washer and 10mm hex nut.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 14
Slide an 8mm clip nut onto the mounting
tab. Fasten the side bar mounting
bracket with an 8mm hex bolt, flat
washer and lock washer.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 15
Bolt the def-tank support bracket to
the back of the def-tank L-bracket using
a 10mm hex bolt, flat washer and lock
washer.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 16
Repeat steps 7 through 9 on
the passenger side of the vehicle.
Congratulations on the installation
of your new ARIES 4" 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.