Rough Country 778 User Manual

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JEEP JK FRONT SKID

Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your suspension needs.

Rough Country recommends a certified technician install this system. In addition to these instructions, professional
knowledge of disassemble/reassembly procedures as well as post installation checks must be known. Attempts to install
this system without this knowledge and expertise may jeopardize the integrity and/or operating safety of the vehicle.

Please read instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware against the parts list. Be sure you have all
needed parts and know where they go. Also please review tools needed list and make sure you have needed tools.

PRODUCT USE INFORMATION

Rough Country makes no claims regarding lifting devices and excludes any and all implied claims. We will not be re­sponsible for any product that is altered.

If question exist we will be happy to answer any questions concerning the design, function, and correct use of our prod­ucts by calling 1-800-222-7023.

This JK front skid is designed to work with any JK.

Kit Picture

Tools Needed

9/16” Socket
Vise Grips
13/32” drill bit
Screw Driver

Install Instructions

1. Park the jeep on a smooth level surface.

2. Remove the Phillips screws securing the plastic shield cover to the bumper as shown in Photo 1. The factory plastic
will not be reused.

3. Place the two supplied lag nut on top of the lower front bumper support. See Photo 2.

Photo 1

Photo 2

3. Hold the front skid into place and insert the supplied 3/8” bolt and washer into the flag nuts. Tighten with a 9/16”
wrench. See Photo 3.

4. Using a 13/32” drill bit and the skid as a drill guide, drill the four holes in the lower brace to hold the front skid. See
Photo 4.

PHOTO 3

5. Place the supplied flag nuts inside the lower brace. See Photo 5.

6. Use the supplied 3/8’ bolts, washers, and lock washers to attach the front skid to the brace. See Photo 6. Tighten
with a 9/16” socket.

PHOTO 5 PHOTO 6

PHOTO 4

Thank you for purchasing a Rough Country front skid plate.