DVB FS-15 User manual

6400 SYCAMORE CANYON BLVD.
RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92507
855-680-9595
WWW.DV8OFFROAD.COM
PRODUCT
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FS-15 STUBBY FRONT BUMPER
18+/20+ JL/JT WRANGLER/GLADIATOR
FBJL-05
TOOLS REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL TIME REQUIRED
- 4, 8mm Allen Bit
- 13, 15, 16, 19mm Socket
- 19mm Deep Socket
- Philips Head Screwdriver
- Trim Clip Tool
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
- Intermediate
- 2 persons
Little skill level required, however as-
sistance is required for installation and
removal of bumpers.
- 3 Hours
Time to install this should
take about three hours.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION
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STEP 1 | UNINSTALL OF FRONT BUMPER
Using a push pin removal tool, remove
the two push pins securing the plastic
trim piece under the grille and behind the
bumper.

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STEP 2 | Using a 13mm socket,
remove the seven bolts securing the skid
plate to the vehicle, and set off to the side.

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STEP 3 | Disconnect the fog lights by
unplugging the wiring connectors located
on passenger frame rail directly behind
the bumper.

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STEP 4 | Using a 19mm deep socket,
remove the eight nuts securing the
bumper, located directly behind it. Once
all nuts are removed, pull bumper from
the vehicle and set off to the side.
Note: Once nuts are removed, bumper can
become loose and fall. Ensure bumper is
secure. Assistance is recommended to prevent
injury and damage to the vehicle or product.
STEP 5 | At this point, frame rails
should be visible and the vehicle should
be ready for installation of an aftermarket
bumper.

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STEP 6 | Disconnect the wiring
connector from the fog lights by pressing
the release tabs and pulling.
STEP 7 | Remove the fog lights from
the factory bumper and set them to the
side for installation on the DV8 bumper.
Due to variations in design of the fog
light, the tool required, and the number of
fasteners to remove may vary.
Once the fog lights are removed, use a
trim clip tool to remove the clips securing
the foglight wiring to the vehicle. Remove
the wiring and set off to the side for
installation on the DV8 bumper.

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STEP 8 | Install the fairlead plate
onto the bumper using the provided M12
hardware with a 19mm socket and an
8mm allen bit.
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
hardware kit.
(2) M10x35 Hex Bolts
(8) M10 Flat Washer
(8) M10 Spring Washer
(6) M10 Nuts
(2) M12x30 Allen
(4) M12 Flat Washers
(2) M12 Nylon Nuts
(2) M6x16 Allen
(2) M6 Spring Washer
(2) M6 Flat Washer
(8) M4x20 Philips
(8) M4 Split Washer
(8) M4 Flat Washer
(8) M8 Nuts
HARDWARE INCLUDED

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STEP 9 | Install the provided the
auxiliary light mounting tabs using the
provided M6 hardware with a 4mm allen
bit.
These are reversible and can be installed
so the lights will mount above or below
the bar.

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STEP 10 | Install the factory fog
lights using the provided M4 hardware
with a philips head screwdriver.
It is also possible to mount the fog lights
using zip ties if desired.

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STEP 11 | With assistance, lift the
bumper to the vehicle and align the studs
on the bumper with the mounting plate.
Secure the bumper using the provided
M10 hardware with a 16mm socket.
The upper inner corners of the mounts
will take a bolt with a washer and split
washer, and the rest will take a split
washer, at washer, and nut.
Note: Assistance is recommended to prevent
injury and damage to the product or vehicle.

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STEP 12 | If you are installing a
winch, do so at this time using the
hardware provided with the winch.
STEP 13 | If you are installing a
fairlead, do so at this time using the
hardware provided with the fairlead.
For our install we are using the DV8 Pocket
Fairlead.
Part Number: WBPF-01

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If you are installing
pod lights, do so at this time using the
hardware provided with the lights.
For our install we are using (2) DV8 3” Elite
Series Amber Pod Lights
Part Number: BE3EW40W-A
STEP 14 | Congrats! You are nished
with the install of the 18+/20+ JL/JT
Wrangler/Gladiator FS-15 Series Bumper!