Curt Group Aries TrailCrusher 2156000 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 2156000
Parts List
1TrailCrusher™ bumper
8Socket cap screw, M4
8Nylock nut, M4
8Flat washer, M12 x 24mm
8Lock washer, M12
8Hex nut, M12
8Backup washer
Torque Specifications
M4 bolt 16 ft-lbs.
M12 bolt 70 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted
Tools Required
Torque wrench Socket extension
Box wrench set Socket set
Phillips screwdriver Allen wrench set
Level Flathead screwdriver
Level of Difficulty
Moderate
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

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Step 1
Using a flathead screwdriver, pry and
remove four plastic push pins holding
the air dam in place. Remove the air
dam from underneath the vehicle.
Once removed, pry off the fasteners
holding the brackets to the frame.
Step 2
From behind the bumper, disconnect the wiring
harness attached to each fog light. Unclip the
wiring harness from the bumper cover.
Step 3
Locate two fasteners holding the frame
cover in place on top of the bumper.
Remove these with a Phillips screwdriver.

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Step 4
When facing the Jeep head-on, slide the
cover to the left to expose the driver side
bolts holding the bumper in place.
Remove the four nuts holding the bolts onto
the bumper frame with an 18mm socket.
Repeat this step on the passenger side.
Step 5
When all the bolts have been removed
carefully lift the bumper from the frame
and set on a flat work surface.
Step 6
Remove the stock fog lights to be used
in the new ARIES TrailCrusher™ bumper.

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Step 7
Set the fog lights into the new, ARIES bumper.
Each light will have four attachment points.
Install the fog lights using four M4 socket cap
screws and four M4 nylock nuts. Tighten with
a 7mm socket and included Allen wrench.
Repeat this step for the other light.
Step 8
The ARIES bumper is supplied with
pre-installed M12 bolts. With help,
lift the bumper into place over the
factory mounting locations.
Step 9
Attach the ARIES bumper using M12
flat washers, lock washers and hex nuts
on all eight mounting locations.
Step 10
Reattach the fog lights and
wire harness to the bumper.

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Step 11
If a winch is being installed on the
ARIES bumper, use the supplied
backup washers in conjunction
with the mounting hardware
supplied with the winch.
1. Backup washer
2. Winch mounting hardware
(hardware not included)
Step 12
Check to make sure the bumper is level. Adjust
if necessary and fully tighten all hardware to
the recommended torque specifications listed
in the table on the first page.
With the bumper 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.
Congratulations on the installation of
your new ARIES TrailCrusher™bumper.
Note: Image shown with bumper
accessories installed (not included).
See ariesautomotive.com for all accessories.
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