Curt Group ARIES 2051132 Manuals

PAGE 1 • 2051132-INS-RD • 877.287.8634 • NEED ASSISTANCE? • ARIESAUTOMOTIVE.COM Level of Difficulty Easy INSTALLATION MANUAL 2051132 Scan for helpful install tips Product Image Front Front Middle Front Rear Rear Rear Tools Required Ratchet Socket, 10mm Torque wrench Socket, 13mm Flathead screwdriver Socket, 17mm Wrench, 17mm Socket, 18mm Parts List 1 Driver / left running board 1 Passenger / right running board 2 Mounting bracket, front 2 Mounting bracket, middle 2 Mounting bracket, rear 2 Hanger bracket, front 2 Hanger bracket, middle 2 Hanger bracket, rear 6 Hex bolt, M8 6 Flat washer, M8 6 Lock washer, M8 6 Handle nut, M8 6 Hex bolt, M10 12 Flat washer, M10 6 Lock washer, M10 6 Hex nut, M10 2 T-bolt, M12 2 Flat washer, M12 2 Lock washer, M12 2 Hex nut, M12 2 Plastic bolt retainer, M12 Additional Hardware* 12 Hex bolt, M8 12 Flat washer, M8 12 Lock washer, M8 12 Hex nut, M8 * Running boards are supplied with additional hardware. Quantities listed are in addition to the standard supplied hardware. Torque Specifications METRIC M6 bolt 3 ft.-lbs. SAE 1/4" bolt 3 ft.-lbs. M8 bolt 7 ft.-lbs. 5/16" bolt 7 ft.-lbs. M12 bolt 16 ft.-lbs. 3/8" bolt 16 ft.-lbs. M12 bolt 28 ft.-lbs. 7/16" bolt 20 ft.-lbs. -- -- 1/2" bolt 28 ft.-lbs. Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted 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. ARIESAUTOMOTIVE.COM • NEED ASSISTANCE? • 877.287.8634 • 2051132-INS-RD • PAGE 2 Step 1 Starting on the driver side, locate the three mounting locations underneath the vehicle. Note: Each bracket is specific to a mounting location and is stamped accordingly. Step 2 Locate the fasteners along the side of the vehicle and rocker panel and remove them. Step 3 Remove the factory hex bolts on the front and rear end of the rocker panel. Remove the plastic trim along the edge of the vehicle. Step 4 Locate the front hanger bracket mounting point and remove the tape plug. Insert an M8 handle nut into the opening. PAGE 3 • 2051132-INS-RD • 877.287.8634 • NEED ASSISTANCE? • ARIESAUTOMOTIVE.COM Step 6 Remove the factory nut. Place the front mounting bracket onto the vehicle and secure with the removed factory hardware. Secure the front mounting bracket to the hanger bracket by inserting an M10 hex bolt and an M10 flat washer through the outside of the hanger bracket and securing with an M10 flat washer, M10 lock washer and M10 hex nut on the inside of the bracket. Snug the hardware, but do not fully tighten. Step 7 Locate the middle mounting point and remove the factory hex bolt. Place the middle driver-side bracket onto the vehicle and secure with the previously removed factory hex bolt. Secure the middle mounting bracket to the hanger bracket by inserting an M10 hex bolt and an M10 flat washer through the outside of the hanger bracket and securing with an M10 flat washer, M10 lock washer and M10 hex nut on the inside of the bracket. Snug the hardware, but do not fully tighten. Step 5 Place the front hanger bracket onto the vehicle and secure with an M8 flat washer, M8 lock washer and M8 hex bolt. Snug the hardware, but do not fully tighten. Repeat this process to install the middle and rear hanger brackets. With the hanger brackets installed, reinstall the plastic trim.