
PART NO. 5742
97-01 FORD F-150 REAR MUD GUARD
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please read instructions thoroughly before installation.
Tools Required
• 1/8” drill bit / Drill
• Short #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Center punch
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the rear wheels for mud guard installation.
1. Clean and degrease the mud guard location area on the fender before installation.
Package Contents
• Driver & passenger side rear mud guard
• #10 screw (qty. 4)
• Instruction sheet
2. Remove factory fastener from location B (see below).
3. Attach mud guard to rear fender with the factory fastener at location B, check fit and alignment. Adjust accordingly
before tightening.
4. Using the mud guard as a template, center punch and drill 1/8” hole at locations A and C (see below).
5. Install #10 screws at location A and C.
PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Clean mud guard with a soap and water solution to remove dirt and other contaminates.
2. Sand painting surface with 320 grit sand paper.
3. Apply a coating of flexible primer-adhesion promoter.
4. Apply a flexible paint as directed by the paint manufacturer.
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