Aries 203016 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL 203016 Parts List 1 Driver / left side bar 1 Passenger / right side bar 2 Driver / left cradle bracket 2 Passenger / right cradle bracket 8 Hex bolt, M8 8 Flat washer, M8 8 Lock washer, M8 8 Clip nut, M10 16 Hex bolt, M10 16 Large flat washer, M10 8 Small flat washer, M10 16 Lock washer, M10 8 Hex nut, M10 Torque Specifications Metric M6 bolt 3 ft-lbs. M8 bolt 7 ft-lbs. M10 bolt 16 ft-lbs. M12 bolt 28 ft-lbs. SAE 1/4" bolt 3 ft-lbs. 5/16" bolt 7 ft-lbs. 3/8" bolt 16 ft-lbs. 7/16" bolt 20 ft-lbs. 1/2" bolt 28 ft-lbs. Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted Tools Required Ratchet Socket set Torque wrench Wrench set Level -- Level of Difficulty Easy 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 Front Rear Product Registration CURT Group stands behind our products with industry leading warranties. You can help us continue to improve our product line and help us understand your needs by registering your purchase by visiting: warranty.curtgroup.com/surveys At CURT Group, customer is king. We value your feedback and we use that information to make improvements on our products. Please, take a minute and let us know how we are doing.

Step 1 Starting on the driver side, locate the two mounting locations along the bottom edge of the vehicle. Be sure to use a bracket with a left facing cradle and one with a right facing cradle for each side of the vehicle. The cradles will be positioned so that they are facing inwards towards the center of the vehicle. Step 4 Place the driver-side side bar onto the brackets and secure with four M8 bolts, lock washers and flat washers. Do not tighten hardware until all fasteners have been started. Note: The mounting holes for the side bar that are closest to the end of the side bar should face the front of the vehicle Step 2 Starting at the front driver-side mounting location, remove the tape and insert two M10 clip nuts into the rectangular hole. Align the clip nuts over the adjacent round holes. Place a bracket onto the vehicle and secure the top portion with two M10 hex bolts, lock washers and flat washers. Snug the hardware, but do not fully tighten. Step 3 Finish securing the front mounting bracket to the vehicle by inserting two M10 hex bolts and flat washers from the bottom side of the bracket. Secure with two M10 lock washers, small flat washers and hex nuts on the top side. Snug the hardware, but do not fully tighten. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install the rear bracket.

Step 5 At this time, adjust the side bar to the desired location. With the side bar in position, it is recommended to tighten all brackets to the vehicle first, followed by the side step connections. For recommended torque specifications, refer to the table on page one. Repeat steps 1 through 5 on the passenger side of vehicle. Step 6 Congratulations on the installation of your new ARIES 3" round side bars. With the side bars 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 second page of this instruction manual.