Black Horse Off Road 7G048806SS User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TAIL LIGHT GUARD FOR FORD ESCAPE 08-11/MAZDA TRIBUTE 08-10
PART # 7G048806SS/7G048806A
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TAIL LIGHT GUARD
08-11 FORD ESCAPE & 08-10 TRIBUTE
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PARTS LIST:
1
Driver/Left Taillight Guard
2
4-.70mm x 15mm Phillips Screws
1
Passenger/Right Taillight Guard
2
4mm Lock Washers
2
Support Brackets
2
4mm x 8.65mm OD x .8mm Flat Washers
4
ST5 x 30mm Phillips Self Tapping Screws
2
20mm x 33mm x 1.2mm Double Side Tape
Strips
PROCEDURE:
1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
2. Open the rear door and remove the driver side screws holding the taillight housing in the body. Grasp
the taillight assembly with both hands and pull straight out from the vehicle, (Figure 1). NOTE: Be sure
to pull straight out towards the rear of the vehicle to avoid possible damage. This is the same procedure
required to replace a taillight bulb in the assembly. For more info, see owner’s manual. Carefully
disconnect the wire harness and set the assembly aside on a clean stable surface.
3. Attach (1) Double Sided Tape to the back of each Support Bracket, (Figure 2). NOTE: Do not remove
protective backing from outer surface of tape at this time.
4. Temporarily bolt the Support Bracket to the Taillight Guard with (1) 4mm x 15mm Phillips screw, (1)
4mm Lock Washer and (1) 4mm Flat Washer, (Figure 5).
5. Hold the driver side Taillight Guard with Support Bracket in position on the vehicle. Line up the (2)
mounting tabs with the mounting holes for the taillight assembly, (Figure 4). NOTE: The mounting tabs
may be adjusted for proper fit with a pair of pliers. Cover the mounting tabs on the Taillight Guard with
masking tape to protect the finish and carefully bend as required.
6. The Support Bracket should be located about 6" up from the bottom of the opening for the taillight,
(Figure 3). Check the fit of the Support Bracket to the edge of the opening. Also check that the taillight
assembly will fit properly against the body and Support Bracket. Re-bend tabs and/or Support Bracket
as required.
7. Clean edge of body with soap and water or rubbing alcohol (not included) and let dry. Remove backing
from 2-sided tape and attach the Support Bracket to the edge of the body. IMPORTANT: Verify proper
fit before attaching the Support Bracket to the body, (Figure 3). Remove Taillight Guard only-leave
Support Bracket in place.
8. Re-connect the wire harness and carefully push the taillight assembly back into position on the vehicle.
Use the included (2) ST5 x 30mm Sheet Metal Screws to attach the Taillight Guard to the vehicle,
(Figure 4). Do not tighten at this time. Bolt the Support Bracket to the Taillight Guard as described in
Step 5, (Figure 5).
9. Align and center Taillight Guard and tighten all hardware at this time.
10. IMPORTANT! Carefully close the rear door to make sure the Taillight Guard does not interfere with rear
door operation. Remove the Taillight Guard if necessary and adjust the Mounting Brackets to fit
properly as described in Step 5.
11. Repeat Steps 2-10 for passenger side Taillight Guard installation.
12. Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.
To protect your investment, wax this product 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: Aluminum polish may be used to polish small scratches and scuffs on the finish. Mild
soap may be used also to clean the Taillight Guards.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Taillight Guards.
Driver Side Taillight Guard Installation Pictured

TAIL LIGHT GUARD
08-11 FORD ESCAPE & 08-10 TRIBUTE
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Complete Installation
Double Sided Tape onto back of Support Bracket
Support Bracket appx. 6" up
from bottom
(2) ST5 x 30mm
Screws
(Support Bracket)
4mm x 15mm
Philips Screw
4mm Lock Washer
4mm Flat Washer
Fig 1
Fig 5
Fig 4
Fig 3
Fig 2