BUSHWACKER POCKET STYLE 20072-02 User manual

Bushwacker only approves installing the flares according to these
written instructions with the hardware provided. WARNING: Failure
to install according to these instructions will invalidate the warranty.
This includes, but is not limited to using alternative installation
methods,hardware,ormaterials.DONOTUSE:Loctite,SuperGlue,
or similar products on the hardware or the flares.
Fit: Verify the fit of the flares to vehicle. (Some filing, sanding, or
cutting may be necessary to ensure proper fit).
Painting:(Optional)ifpaintisdesireditmustbedonepriortoinstallingflares
onvehicle.Cleanoutersurfacewithagoodgradedegreaser.DONOTUSE
LACQUERTHINNERORENAMELREDUCERASADEGREASER.Wipe
outer surface thoroughly with a tack rag prior to paint.Application of plastic
adhesion promoter forABS plastic as per your paint system manufacturer’s
recommendations is required. Paint flares using a high quality enamel, or
polyurethane automotive paint. If painting edge trim (not recommended),
use a flex additive.
Performance: Using larger Tires may increase the area required to
turn the vehicle. Some Tire/Rim combinations may require lowering
bump stops and or installing steering stops to prevent tire from
contacting flare.
Exhaust System: Modifications may be necessary to maintain a
minimum 4” clearance between flares and exhaust pipes. (Exhaust
gases should not vent directly onto flares)
Metal Protection: All exposed fasteners and bare metal should
be treated with rust resistant paint BEFORE installing flares. Spray
inner fender wells with undercoatingAFTER flare attachments have
been completed.
Decals: Flares may interfere with existing decals on vehicle. If you
wish, remove decals prior to installation of flares.
STEP 1 – PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
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B)
C)
D)
E)
F)
G)
Ford F150 Rear Pair
Utility Knife
#2 Phillips Driver
1/2” Wrench
Socket Wrench
10 mm Socket
Grease Pencil
Set Part #20072-02
TOOLS FOR EASY INSTALLATION:
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To claim a warranty, you must provide Proof
of Purchase.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY AGAINST
ANY MANUFACTURING DEFECTS
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12 pcs 20 pcs20 pcs 20 pcs 1 pc
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9.8.
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12 pcs 12 pcs
1 pc 185 in
1. 7.2. 5.3.
Included in Hardware Kit:

Place a Nut (NU1-0019) over the end of each Bolt
and tighten, using a 1/2” wrench for the Nut and the
supplied Torx Bit (SW1-0052) for the Bolt. Repeat for
remaining pockets.
Put each Bolt/Washer combination through a pocket
hole in the flare, Bolt head and Washer on the
outside.
Put a Washer (WA1-0012) on each Bolt (SW1-0059).
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Flare Pocket Hardware Installation
Peel two to three inches of red vinyl backing away from Edge Trim
(GP1-0005) tape. Applying the adhesive side of the edge trim to the
inner side of the flare, affix the edge trim to the top edge of the flare (the
portion that comes in contact with the vehicle).
Press edge trim into place along the top edge of the flare in one-foot
increments, pulling red vinyl backing free as you continue to work your
way around the top edge of the flare.
STEP 2 - EDGE TRIM INSTALLATION
A)
B)

Hold flare to vehicle and mark the location with a
grease pencil of the six holes in the flare.
Remove two factory bolts with a 10 mm socket
wrench. Save for reinstallation.
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Rear Flare Installation Procedures (Driver’s Side)
Wrap a Tab (MT1-0014) around the wheel well sheet
metal, centered over each of the six marks made in
Step 5.
Install a Clip (CL1-0009) over each of the six Tabs
(MT1-0014) placed on the sheet metal in Step 6.
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Hold flare to vehicle and start Screw (SW1-0058)
through the two topmost holes in wheel well. Then
start Screws through remaining four holes in flare.
Tighten all Screws.
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Using a 10 mm socket wrench, reinstall factory bolts.
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UsingflatendofsuppliedEdgeTrimTool(ET1-0002),
seat edge trim against flare by inserting straight end
between edge trim and flare at one end. Next, slide
around entire edge to the other end.
Using supplied Edge Trim Tool (ET1-0002), seat
edge trim against vehicle by hooking curved end
under edge trim at one end of flare. Next, slide
around outer edge of flare to the other end.
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Edge Trim Tool Procedures
Completed rear flare installation.
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