Curt Group Aries TrailCrusher 2156002 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 2156002
Parts List
1TrailCrusher™bumper
8Flat washer, M12
8Lock washer, M12
8Hex nut, M12
8Backup washer
Tools Required
Ratchet Philips screwdriver
Socket set Flathead screwdriver
Allen wrench Level
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.
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Torque Specifications
M12 bolt 70 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted

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Step 1
Remove the front fascia by removing the eight
plastic push fasteners from the upper edge of
the lower front fascia. Using a socket, remove
the two 5mm screws securing the lower edge
of the plastic fascia.
Step 4
Once all of the bolts have been removed,
carefully lift the factory bumper from the
frame and set it on a flat work surface.
Step 2
From behind the factory bumper
on the passenger side, disconnect
the fog light wiring harness.
Step 3
Remove the four nuts on the driver side
securing the factory bumper in place.
Repeat this step on the passenger side.

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Step 5
On the driver side, remove the plastic
cover over the factory fog light. Remove
the fog light and plastic housing from the
factory bumper.
Disconnect the wiring harness from
the fog light. Remove the factory fog
light from the plastic housing.
Repeat this step on the passenger side.

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Step 6
Begin removing the fog light wiring
harness from the factory bumper by
removing the retainer clips from the
eight bumper mounting studs.
Remove the four bolts securing the
beam to the bumper. Lift the beam from
the bumper to expose the fog light harness.
Remove the plastic push fasteners securing
the wiring harness to the bumper. The harness
will be used with the new bumper.
Step 7
Install the factory fog lights into the new
bumper. Be sure to fully engage the plastic
push fasteners on the factory fog light into
the mounting holes of the bumper.

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Step 9
Secure the bumper using one M12
flat washer, lock washer and hex nut
on each of the eight mounting locations.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 10
Connect the fog light harness
to the fog lights in the bumper.
From behind the bumper on the passenger
side, reconnect the fog light wiring harness.
Step 8
The bumper includes pre-installed M12 bolts.
With help, lift the bumper into place over the
factory mounting locations.

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Step 12
Level and adjust the bumper to the desired
position and tighten all hardware to the
recommended torque specifications listed in
the table on the first page.
Congratulations on the installation of your
new ARIES TrailCrusher™ Jeep bumper.
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.
Step 11
If a winch is being installed on
the bumper, use the provided backup
washers in conjunction with the mounting
hardware supplied with the winch.