Smittybilt 17290 User Manual

Installation Instructions

Chevy Silverado 1500,2500,3500

Part #17290

Alcohol Towelette

Note the areas where the Fender Flares

If Fender Flares are being painted; do not install edge extrusion until painting is complete.

STEP 1:

wrench/socket. (wrench/socket and Allen key not supplied).

STEP 2:

Flares. Peel back 2” of the adhesive backing and position

contact with the vehicle body.

Bolt-On Fender Flares

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Extrusion 27ft
CLIP .6mm 12 Nuts 42
Washers 42

Ensure that both left and right hand Fender Flares suit the profile of the vehicle.
come in contact with the vehicle. NOTE: Before fitting Fender Flares remove any moldings, strips or existing flares from
the wheel arch. If there is a body side molding, mark where the molding is to be cut, alternatively the Fender Flare can
be cut to go around the molding. Be sure to allow enough room for the extrusion.

*PRIOR TO ANY PAINTING & INSTALLATION, PRODUCT SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY
INSPECTED FOR ALL COMPONENTS LISTED ABOVE. PRODUCT SHOULD ALSO BE TEST
FITTED PRIOR TO ANY PAINTING & INSTALLATION. PLEASE CONTACT SMITTYBILT IF YOU
HAVE ANY FITMENT QUESTIONS AND OR MISSING COMPONENTS.

PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS –
Prior to painting, clean all surfaces to be painted using clean water and a mild detergent, do not use lacquer thinner or
any solvent based products. Wipe completely dry. Best results will be achieved by wiping the areas to be painted with a
tack rag just prior to painting. Most automotive paints can be applied directly to the Fender Flares, however some may
require a primer (check paint manufacturer specifications). Good adhesion will be achieved without sanding. Select a
paint (and primer if necessary) that is suitable for rigid plastics PMMA (Acrylic). If using a paint system that requires
baking, do not expose the product to temperatures above 70°C (158°F). Do not fit the extrusion or any of the hardware
to the Fender Flares until the paint is completely dry.

Please read instructions entirely before installing this product.

4 Black Hex Bolts 42

Attach the 9 bolts, washers and nuts to each

Fender Flare using a 5/32” Allen key and a 3/8”

Ensure inside of Fender Flares where the rubber seal is
attached is clean, using the alcohol wipes provided. Wipe
away any residue with a dry clean cloth.

on the Fender Flare. Attach the seal to the Fender Flare,
peeling back a few inches at a time. Ensure pressure is
used to secure rubber seal to Fender Flare edge. Attach
rubber seal along all areas the Fender Flare will make

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Attach the included rubber seal to the Fender

Installation Instructions

Chevy Silverado 1500,2500,3500

Part #17290

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STEP 6

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when satisfied tighten the screws fully to ensure rubber

STEP 4:

Bolt-On Fender Flares

STEP 3:

Trim any excess rubber seal and discard.

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Flares will make contact. Ensure fenders are dry prior to
install.

Clean the body areas where the Fender

Place the Fender Flare on the vehicle into the
position of best fit. Note where the slots in Fender Flare
at positions A, B, C, and D align with the existing screws
in the vehicle. Remove Fender Flare. Use the original
manufacturer’s hardware that is in the wheel arch of the
vehicle to fit the Fender flares. Remove the x4 9/32”
(7mm) socket head screws from the fasteners on the
vehicle.

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Place the front Fender Flares onto the vehicle
and line up the holes on the part with screw holes on the
vehicle. Re-Install the socket head screws into the
fender to secure the Fender Flares. Fit the Fender Flares
loosely until the Fender Flares are aligned as desired,

seal is flush neatly against the body.