Quadratec QRC Installation Manual

READ ALL SAFETY MESSAGES AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND PROCEDURE NOTICES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR USE THIS PRODUCT. RISK OF EYE INJURY! SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES WHILE INSTALLING OR MAINTAINING THIS PRODUCT. TORQUE AND RECHECK FASTENERS AFTER 250 MILES AND FREQUENTLY THEREAFTER. INSPECT BUMPER, WINCH AND MOUNT BEFORE USE. DO NOT USE IF DAMAGED. CHECK STATE AND LOCAL HIGHWAY SAFETY LAWS REGARDING PERMITTED BUMPER TYPES AND HEIGHTS. Quadratec ® QRC Rear Bumper Installation Manual for ’18 -Current Wrangler JL Vehicles #12057.0241

SAFETY GLASSES WHEN WORKING WITH TOOLS. a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. You CAN be moderately HURT and also may suffer property damage if you don’t follow instructions. Careful attention is required to this instruction or operation but does generally not relate to personal injury. Damage to your Quadratec® product or other property may result if you don’t follow instructions. A Few Words About Product Safety: Your Quadratec® QRC Rear Bumper is intended to enhance the utility and enjoyment of your off road capable vehicle. Before installation, please review the following safety information and installation recommendations. Throughout these instructions impor- tant safety information is generally preceded by one of three signal words indicating the relative risk of injury, property damage or adverse conse- quence. The signal words mean: Before You Begin Installation: Congratulations on your purchase of Quadratec® Rear Bumper for your Jeep® Wrangler. This custom fit bumper has been designed for long life and a great look. Though constructed of only the finest materials, this bumper must be maintained to keep its look while per- forming under the toughest conditions. Please see page 10 for important care & maintenance tips to keep your bumper looking like new. When unpacking, check to make sure all parts are included and not damaged due to shipping. If any part is missing or broken, please call Customer Service at 800-745-6037 as soon as possible. Thank you again for your purchase and let’s start the installation process. AS YOU UNPACK YOUR BUMPER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO SCRATCH THE FINISH WITH A KNIFE OR RAZOR. WE SUGGEST PLACING THE UNPACKED BUMPER BACK INTO THE ORIGINAL BOX SO IT DOES NOT GET SCRATCHED BEFORE THE INSTALLATION BEGINS. WELDED REAR BUMPERS ARE HEAVY AND WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THE ASSISTANCE OF AN ABLE-BODIED ASSISTANT DURING LIFTING AND INSTALLATION OF YOUR BUMPER.

A.) M14 Nut Plate QTY 1 B.) M14-1.50 x 40 Hex Head Bolt QTY 2 C.) M14 Lock Washer QTY 2 D.) M14 Flat Washer QTY 2 E.) 6-1.00 x 20 Button Head Socket Cap Screw QTY 6 F.) M6 Flat Washer QTY 6 G.) M6 Nylon Insert Locknut QTY 6 REQUIRED TOOLS: Safety Glasses 16, 19, 21 & 22mm Sockets Extension & Ratchet 8mm Sockets & Ratchet 10mm Box End Wrench 4mm Allen Hex Key Wrench Flat Blade Screwdrivers Forked Clip/Trim Removal Tool Torque Wrench (ft lbs) D B C G Quadratec QRC Rear Bumper Parts & Hardware: BUMPER PARTS LIST: 1) Rear Bumper QTY 1 2) License Plate Mount QTY 1 1 Rear Bumper Shown F E 2 A

Put on safety glasses. Start by removing the factory splash guard. Remove the 6 screws holding the inner shields on, 3 on either side, using a 8mm socket. (FIG 1) Remove the 8 bolts holding the support brackets on, 4 on either side, using a 16mm socket. (FIG 2) Disconnect the rear bumper harness by sliding the gray locking tab backwards and depressing the black tab. (FIG 3) Remove the 4 bumper bolts, 2 on either side, using a 16mm socket. (FIG 4) Remove stock bumper and set aside. Remove the original tow hook if equipped using a 21mm socket. (FIG 5) Remove bumper bracket as well. There are 4 bolts total. Remove the passenger side bumper bracket using a 21mm socket. (FIG 6) FIG1 FIG2 FIG3 FIG4 FIG5 FIG6

Remove the bumpers harness by gently prying on all tie wrap fasteners and dis- connecting the license plate light. (FIG 7) Bumper harness without backup sensors shown. (FIG 8) This bumper is not designed to work with backup sensors. Retain harness for use with optional license plate light (#12066 1100) Install the license plate mount to the bumper using two M6 screws, two washers and two nuts. (FIG 9) The license plate will be installed with the remaining M6 hardware. On the passenger side insert the supplied M14 nut plate into the frame rail. (FIG 10) Align the threaded holes in the nut plate with the holes in the frame on the bottom. FIG7 FIG8 FIG9 FIG10

With the assistance of another person, and with the tailgate partially open lift the bumper and gently rest it on the frame rails. Using the original hardware attach the bumper to the frame starting on the most bottom drivers side bolts (FIG 11) and then the passenger side using the supplied bolts, washers and lock washers using a 21mm socket (FIG 12). Snug the bottom bolts first, but do not tighten and then insert the original side mounting bolts on both sides. Starting with the bottom bolts, torque all mounting hardware to 105ft-lbs. Installation is now complete. FIG11 FIG12

manufactured to provide years of use. However, like any product, general maintenance is required to keep it looking new. Since the bumper is located on the Rear of the vehicle, it is subject to potential rock chips and other debris potentially causing portions of the paint to chip off. We recommend using a textured or gloss black spray paint sprayed on a piece of cardboard and Q-Tip to gently fill in these chips. This will prevent any corrosion from forming. On all bumpers there is a chance of some surface corro- sion showing over time due to metal particles being embedded in the paint. This surface corrosion is easily removed by a non-abrasive cleaner/polish and a soft bristle brush (not a metal brush!). For bumpers with a textured finish, wash only with soapy water and avoid other waxes and polishes. Bumper Care: Rear Bumper Shown installed with the Quadratec License Plate Light (sold separately) JL Rear Bumper Installation:

Your Quadratec® branded accessories are covered by the following Limited Warranty provided exclusively by Quadratec, Inc., 1028 Saunders Lane, West Chester PA 19380. This Limited Warranty is the only warranty made in connection with your purchase. Quadratec neither assumes nor authorizes any vendor, retailer or other person or entity to as- sume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this product or Limited War- ranty. This Limited Warranty does not apply and is not cumulative to any accessory or part distributed by Quadratec for which the Manu- facturer provides a separate written warranty. What is Covered: Subject to the terms, exclu- sions and limitations herein and with respect only to Quadratec branded accessories first sold in the United States, Quadratec warrants to the initial retail purchaser only that your Quadratec accessory shall be free of defects in material and workmanship: for a period of three (3) years from date of retail purchase. This Limited Warranty is not assignable and shall terminate upon sale of the vehicle upon which the Quadratec accessory is installed or other transfer third persons. All other warranties are hereby disclaimed, ex- cept to the extent prohibited by applicable law in which case any implied warranty of mer- chantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited to 3 year from date of initial retail sale. Quadratec reserves the rights to: (a.) require invoice or other proof your ac- cessory is within the terms of this Limited Warranty as a condition of warranty service and, (b.) make future revisions to this product and Limited Warranty without prior notice or obligation to upgrade your product. What is Not Covered: Your Quadratec Limited Warranty does not cover products or parts Quadratec determines to have been damaged by or subjected to: (a.) installation damage, alteration, modifica- tion, combination with other parts, failure to maintain or improper repair or service, (b.) nor- mal wear & tear, cosmetic damage or damage from moisture or water immersion, (c.) Acts of God, accidents, misuse, negligence, inadequate mounting or impact with vehicle(s), obstacles or other aspects of the environment, (d.) theft, vandalism or other intentional damage. Remedy Limited to Repair/Replacement: The exclusive remedy provided hereunder shall, upon Quadratec inspection and at Quadratec’s option, be either repair or replacement of prod- uct or parts (new or refurbished) covered under this Limited Warranty. Customers requesting warranty consideration should first contact Quadratec to obtain a RGA number (610-701-3336). All labor, removal, shipping and installation costs are customer’s responsibility. Other Limitations - Exclusion of Damages - Your Rights Under State Law: In consideration of the purchase price paid, nei- ther Quadratec nor any independent Quadratec distributor/licensee are responsible for any time loss, rental costs, or for any incidental, conse- quential, punitive or other damages you may have or incur in connection with any part or product purchased. Your exclusive remedy hereunder for covered parts is repair/replace- ment as described above. This Limited Warranty gives you specific rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. For example, some states do not allow limitations of how long an implied war- ranty lasts and /or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations and exclusions herein may not apply to you. ©Quadratec, Inc. 2020. All Rights Reserved. A4 Version 6.1.20 Instructions Part #12999.3170