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Before returning this product
to the store of purchase
Contact Dee Zee if you experience the following problems:
•MissingParts
•InstallationProblems/Questions
•WarrantyQuestions
1.800.779.2102
Hoursofoperation:8am-5pmCST,Mon-Friday
Reviewcompletewarrantypolicyandregisteryourproductat:
www.deezee.com
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Dee Zee Running Board Installation Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Dee Zee product. Dee Zee is
recognized as having the highest quality running boards and accessories on
the market today. We have earned this reputation by offering our customers
a product they can be proud to place on their vehicles. Dee Zee meets all
the criteria of manufacturing a custom-fit product which guarantees it to
be the easiest product to install.
Note: Please take time to read all of the instructions before beginning this installation.
War ning! Please check for wiring or other obstr uctions before drilling any holes into
the vehicle. If it is necessar y to drill any holes into the vehicle, Dee Zee recommends
putting a sealant or rust inhibitor around all holes drilled into the body of the vehicle.
War ning! It is the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner to check for tire clearance.
War ning! It is unlawful and dangerous to ride on r unning boards or side box boards
while the vehicle is in motion.
Cleaning Instructions: To maintain the bright finish of your Dee Zee running boards,
clean with a mild deter gent. For our stainless steel products and accessories, the
application of a high grade automotive type wax is recommended.
If you should happen to have any questions with this product or you have an
installation question, please feel fr ee to call us at:
1-800-779-8222
If you would like to find out mor e infor mation on Dee Zee’s products please
feel free to visit our website at:
WWW.DEEZEE.COM
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PLATE
DZ 16201
DZ 16202
DZ 16203
X2
PN 611
X2
PN 339
X2
BRACKET
BRACKET
BRACKET
BRACKET
B 1935LP
X1
B 1935RP
X1
B 1936LP
X1
B 1936RP
X1
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FORD EXPLORER 2011-CURRENT
*SOLD SEPARATELY FROM THIS KIT*
PN 567
X6
PN 247
X2
PN 524
X8
PN 526
X8
PLATE
PN 835
X6
8mm X 30mm BOLT
8mm SQUARE
8mm X 14mm BOLT
8mm NUT
SMALL THREADED WAHSER
A B C
D
H
LEFT FRONT
E F G
RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR
I
J
HEAD BOLT
K
RIGHT REAR
L
LARGE THREADED
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WRENCH/RATCHET
13mm
TAPE
MEASURE
Find the front mounting location as shown below. The driver's side is shown.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Insert the small threaded plate [B] and center it in the opening of the square mounting hole.
NOTE: THE BOLT WILL NOT
ACTUALLY BE IN THE PLATE WHEN
IT IS INSTALLED. IT IS SHOWN
HERE TO HELP MAKE CLEAR WHERE
THE THREADED PLATE WILL GO.
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Thread a long 8mm bolt [H] into the large threaded plate [L].
Insert the threaded plate into the oblong mounting hole.
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Slide the open end slot in the front brace on to the bolt in the large threaded plate.
Align the other slot in the brace with the small threaded plate in the square hole opening.
Attach with the short 8mm bolt [I] and washer [C], but do not tighten at this time.
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While pulling down on the front brace, tighten the long bolt with a 13mm socket.
Then tighten the short bolt with a 13mm socket.
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Find the rear mounting location as shown below. The driver's side is shown.
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Thread a long 8mm bolt [H] into the large threaded plate [L].
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Insert the threaded plate into the obround mounting hole.
Thread a long bolt [H] through the slot in the rear driver's brace [F] into a threaded plates [L].
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Insert the threaded plate into the round mounting hole. Then rotate the brace so the open end slot
in the brace captures the previously installed threaded plate.
While pulling down on the brace, tighten the bolts with a 13mm socket.
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Slide two square head bolts [J] into the channels on the underside of the running board.
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Line the bolts in the running board up with the slots in the braces.
Place the board on the braces with the bolts through the brace slots.
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Slide the board to the desired location from front to rear. A tape measure may be used to insure
the board is centered between the wheel wells. Slide to board in/out on the brace slots to place
the board an even distance from the vehicle.
Attach the board to the braces using the flange nut [K]. Tighten all bolts with a 13mm socket.
Repeat process for passenger side.
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