DV8 OFFROAD SPEC Series User manual

6400 SYCAMORE CANYON BLVD.
RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92507
855-680-9595
WWW.DV8OFFROAD.COM
PRODUCT
INSTALLATION MANUAL
SPEC SERIES REAR BUMPER
2020+ JT JEEP GLADIATOR
RBGL-09
TOOLS REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL TIME REQUIRED
- Trim Clip Tool
- 15,16,18mm Socket
- #3,4,8 Allen head
- Sand paper/File
- Zip Ties
Before you install this kit — Read and understand all
instructions, warnings, cautions, and notes contained in
this installation instruction guide. Consult your vehicle
owner’s manual for proper disconnection of electrical and
lifting of vehicle if required for installation of this product.
This install may require some technical skills and
knowledge of basic mechanical work. If you do not feel that
you are capable of performing this install please take this
product to a trained professional.
After reading this guide please contact us with any
questions or concerns before installing product.
Customer Service: 855-680-9595
DV8 Offroad is not responsible for any bodily injury or harm to you
or your vehicle as a result of an improper install.
Proper installation of this kit required knowledge of the factory
recommended procedures for removal and installation of original
equipment components. We recommend that the factory shop manual
and any special tools needed to service your vehicle be on hand during
the installation. Installation of this kit without proper knowledge of the
factory recommended procedures may affect the performance of these
components and the safety of the vehicle
• Always wear eye protection when operating power tools
Inspect all contents of this package to make sure product is not damaged
and all installation hardware has been included. If parts are missing from
kit, please be prepared to provide the following information
1. Name of purchase location
2. Bar Code on side of box
3. Date above bar code
4. Date inside box cover
- Novice/Intermediate
- 2 persons
Little skill level required, however,
additional assistance is needed for
removal and installation of bum-
pers.
- 3.5 Hours
Time to install this should only
take about three and a half
hours.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION
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STEP 1 | If equipped with factory bed
sliders, use a 15mm socket to remove the
bottom bolts dropping bottom part of
slider.
STEP 2 | Repeat on other side. If the
truck is not equipped with these, skip to
next step.

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STEP 3 | Remove trailer plug wiring.
Squeeze tab on plug and pull away. They
can be difcult, so go slow and ensure no
damage to plug.
STEP 4 | At the top of the driver side
frame rail, unplug the rear bumper main
harness.

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STEP 5 | Unclip the main harness
from the frame or any other mounting
points that may get caught in the bumper
removal process. This will vary depending
on the options the truck has (sensors,
towing package, etc.).
STEP 6 | Remove the two T50 torx
bolts on the bottom of the bumper.

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STEP 7 | Remove the rear license
plate to access the two 16mm bolts
attaching the bumper to the hitch.
STEP 9 | Using the 16mm socket,
remove the four bolts (2) on each side,
holding the bumper to the hitch.
Note: The bumper will become loose from the
vehicle. Use extra cation to prevent damage or
possible injury.
STEP 10 | If equipped with a bumper
mounted hitch ball, remove this at this
time. If equipped with the factory Class III
hitch, you can skip this step.

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STEP 12 | With assistance, remove
factory bumper and set off to the side.
STEP 13 | If equipped with factory
bed slider mounts and factory tow hooks,
use a 18mm socket to remove both items
from vehicle since they cannot be used
with the new bumper.

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STEP 14 | To start the install, begin
by unplugging both license plate lights.
Simply push on top and pull connector
away from light.
STEP 15 | There are four tabs on the
outside of the license plate light. Three
of four need to be lifted for light to be
removed. Once three of the four tabs are
pulled back like shown, push the light
towards the face of the bumper to remove.
Begin by unpacking all items and inspecting
for missing pieces or damage. If you have any
concerns, please contact the company the
product was purchased from. Extra hardware
may be included with the product.
(2) M12x45 Hex
(2) M12x45 Allen
(4) M12 Nuts
(4) M12 Lock Washer
(8) M12 Flat Washer
(2) M8x25
(2) M8 Nylon Nuts
(4) M8 Flat Washers
(4) M6x20 Allen
(4) M6 Nylon Nuts
(8) M6 Flat Washers
HARDWARE INCLUDED

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STEP 16 | Push on tap to release
light from housing.
STEP 17 | Using a push pin removal
tool, remove the harness from the
bumper. The amount of pins will vary
depending on if equipped with sensors or
not.
STEP 18 | Remove factory 4/7pin
trailer plug by pushing in both sides of
the metal clip to release the plug.

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STEP 19 | Using a le or sand paper,
shave down small tab on both license
plate light until completely at.
STEP 20 | Once smooth, remove the
license plate light mount that is install
on the bumper with a #3 allen head and
10mm socket. Install the light carefully
to not break off the lower tab on the light
and ensure light is tight and sits ush
onto bracket.
STEP 21 | Install lights into bumper.
Wide part of the light should be facing up,
and plug should be facing towards the
back of the bumper.

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STEP 22 | If equipped with factory
sensors, install bezels and sensors in
same orientation as OEM.
STEP 23 | Plug in both license plate
lights and install lights using hardware
included with the lights (optional).
Note: We are using (2) 3” DV8 elite pods for our
install.
STEP 24 | If equipped, install the
trailer plug into provided bracket. Using
the provided M8 hardware, mount plug
into bumper ensuring plug is facing
down.
Note: Bevel should be facing up so that the
metal clip sits inside notch.

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STEP 25 | Install bumper onto
vehicle. You may want to use a second
person to ensure no damage to body.
STEP 26 | Using the M12 allen head
bolt on the bottom, install hardware using
a #8 allen head and 18mm socket.
Ensuring bumper is straight, install the
remaining hex head hardware and tighten
until secure.
STEP 27 | Plug in trailer plug, and
bumper wiring.

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STEP 28 | Double check all hardware
is secure. Congratulations, you are done
with the install of the DV8 Spec Series JT
Rear Bumper.