Dee Zee DZ500975 User Manual

(W)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

GRILLE GUARD

01-12 FORD RANGER / RANGER EDGE 2/4WD

FACTORY STEEL SKID PLATE MUST BE REMOVED

PART # 500974/& 500975

PARTS LIST:

1

Grille Guard

2

12-1.75mm x 100mm Hex Bolts (half thread)

1

Driver/Left Mounting Bracket

8

12-1.75mm x 30mm Hex Bolts

1

Passenger/Right Mounting Bracket

20

12mm x 32mm OD x 3mm Flat Washers

1

Driver/Left Support Bracket

10

12mm Nylon Lock Nuts

1

Passenger/Right Support Bracket

Driver Side
Mounting
Bracket

Passenger
Side
Mounting
Bracket

Passenger
Side
Support
Bracket

Driver Side
Support
Bracket

PROCEDURE:

1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. DO NOT ATTEMPT INSTALLATION ALONE;
PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE TRUCK MAY RESULT. FACTORY STEEL SKID PLATE
MUST BE REMOVED OR HEAVILY MODIFIED FOR INSTALLATION.

2. On the driver side, locate and loosen the (1) factory hex nut, (outer position), securing the bumper to
the frame, (Figure 1A & 1B).

3. Position the driver side Mounting Bracket over the factory bolt and secure with the factory hex nut. Line
up the slot in the side of the Mounting Bracket with the factory hole through the frame, (Figure 1A &
1B). Select the driver side Support Bracket and position it up to the back side of the frame as shown in
Figure 2. Check for clearance and trim the plastic spoiler as required to clear brackets. Secure the

Mounting Bracket and Support Bracket to the frame at the upper mounting position with the included (1)
12mm x 100mm Hex Bolt, (2) 12mm Flat Washers and (1) 12mm Nylon Lock Nut, (Figure 2). Bolt the
Support Bracket to the Mounting Bracket at the lower mounting position with (1) 12mm x 30mm Hex
Bolt, (2) 12mm Flat Washers and (1) 12mm Nylon Lock Nut. Do not tighten hardware at this time.

4. Repeat Steps 2 & 3 for passenger side Mounting Bracket and Support Bracket installation. Snug but do
not tighten hardware at this time.

5. With assistance, position the Grille Guard up to the inside of the Mounting Brackets. NOTE: Depending
on model year, Grille Guard may be bolted to the inside or outside of the Mounting Brackets. Attach the
Grille Guard to the Mounting Brackets with the included (6) 12mm x 30mm Hex Bolts, (12) 12mm Flat
Washers and (6) 12mm Nylon Lock nuts, (Figure 3).

6. Level and adjust Grille Guard and tighten all hardware.

7. Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.

To protect your investment, wax this product 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 stainless steel: Aluminum polish may be used to polish small scratches and scuffs on the finish.
Mild soap may be used also to clean the Grille Guard.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Grille Guard.

GRILLE GUARD

01-12 FORD RANGER / RANGER EDGE 2/4WD

FACTORY STEEL SKID PLATE MUST BE REMOVED

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