Curt Group Aries TrailCrusher 2156000 Manuals

ARIESAUTOMOTIVE.COM • NEED ASSISTANCE? • 877.287.8634 • 2156000-INS-RC • PAGE 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL 2156000 Parts List 1 TrailCrusher™ bumper 8 Socket cap screw, M4 8 Nylock nut, M4 8 Flat washer, M12 x 24mm 8 Lock washer, M12 8 Hex nut, M12 8 Backup 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 ARIESAUTOMOTIVE.COM • NEED ASSISTANCE? • 877.287.8634 • 2156000-INS-RC • PAGE 2 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. ARIESAUTOMOTIVE.COM • NEED ASSISTANCE? • 877.287.8634 • 2156000-INS-RC • PAGE 3 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.