Installation Instructions
Passenger Side
Driver Side Lower
Passenger
Side
Upper Frame
Upper Frame
Driver Side Support Bracket
Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
09-On Dodge Ram
PARTS LIST:
Qty Description Qty Description
1 Bull Bar 10 12mm Lock Washers
Upper Frame Mounting Brackets (for trucks
2
without tow hooks only)
1 Driver/Left Lower Frame Mounting Bracket 2 10-1.5mm x 35mm Hex Bolts
1 Passenger/Right Lower Frame Mounting Bracket 2 10mm Lock Washers
1 Driver/Left Support Bracket 4 10mm x 30mm OD x 3mm Flat Washers
1 Passenger/Right Support Bracket 2 10-1.5mm Hex Nuts
12-1.5mm x 30mm Fine Thread Hex Bolt (for
2
trucks without tow hooks only)
4 12-1.75mm x 35mm Hex Bolts 4 6mm x 12mm OD x 1.4mm Flat Washers S/S
14 12mm x 30.1mm OD x 3.1mm Flat Washers 2 6mm Nylock Hex Nut S/S
8 12-1.75mm Hex Nuts
2 6mm x 20mm Button Head Allen Bolt S/S
Bracket (use
Mounting
on trucks
without tow
hooks only)
Support Bracket
(see note below)
Mounting
Bracket (use
on trucks
without tow
hooks only)
Lower Frame
Mounting Bracket
(Support Brackets shown in non-
tow hook direction. Reverse
direction for tow hook equipped
vehicles)
Frame Mounting
PROCEDURE:
1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. CUTTING IS
REQUIRED. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED.
2. Starting at the underside of the front bumper, carefully remove the plastic splash guard. NOTE: Depending
on the model of truck, the splash guard may be attached to the bottom of the truck with hex bolts. There are
also several two-piece plastic push-in clips across the back, behind the bumper cover holding the splash
guard up to the cover, (Figure 1A). First, locate the clips behind the bumper cover. Pry the center pin of the
clip up with a small flat blade screwdriver and remove the entire clip, (Figure 1B). The splash guard may
also be attached with rivets or hex bolts at the corners of the bumper cover. If the guard is fastened with
rivets, once all of the other hardware has been removed, hold the bumper cover in place and firmly pull the
splash guard from the rivet. Remove the rivet from the bumper cover and move the splash guard to a clean
stable work area. Pay close attention to the type and location of all factory hardware for reinstallation.
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Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
3. From underneath the front of the vehicle, determine if the truck is equipped with or without tow hooks.
For models without tow hooks:
A. Select one of the Upper Frame Brackets and the driver side Lower Frame Mounting Bracket. Bolt the
two together with (2) 12mm Flat Washers, (2) 12mm Lock Washers and (2) 12mm Hex Nuts. NOTE: On
some vehicles, it may be easier to assemble the two-piece bracket on the vehicle, (Figure 3). Snug the
hardware but do not tighten at this time.
B. Remove the hex nuts on the two lower factory bumper bolts, (Figure 2A). Insert the assembled
Mounting Bracket up from behind the bumper and align the holes in the Mounting Bracket with the
bumper bolts. Attach the Bracket to the bumper bolts using the factory hex nuts and tighten this hardware
only.
For models with tow hooks:
A. Remove the (2) hex nuts holding the front of the tow hook to the back of the bumper. Select the
driver side Lower Mounting Bracket and hang it from the tow hook mounting studs, (Figure 2B). Attach
the Lower Mounting Bracket to the two studs using the factory Hex Nuts. Snug the hardware but do not
tighten at this time.
4. Repeat step 3 for the passenger side bracket installation.
5. With help, position the Bull Bar on the inside of the Mounting Brackets. Use the included (4) 12-1.75mm x
35mm Hex Head Bolts, (4) 12mm Lock Washers, (8) 12mm Flat Washers, and (4) 12-1.75mm Hex Nuts to
attach the Bull Bar to the Mounting Brackets, (Figure 3). Snug but do not tighten hardware.
6. Stand back from the vehicle and check to see that the Bull Bar is centered and level on the vehicle and
adjust as necessary. Tighten only the hardware securing the Mounting Brackets to the truck. Do not tighten
the hardware on the Bull Bar. Remove the Bull Bar.
7. Hold the splash guard up to the bumper cover and align it with the mounting points. Mark the location of the
Mounting Brackets onto the back of the splash guard, (Figure 4). Measure the Brackets and the location of
the mounting points before cutting to double check the location marked to cut, (Figure 5). Cut an
approximately 1/2" wide by 4" long slot in the splash guard as pictured in Figure 6. NOTE: The size of the
slot is an estimate only and may vary due to different factory designs of splash guards and front bumper
covers. Also, additional cutting may be required to clear the Support Bracket on vehicles equipped with tow
hooks. Hold the Support Bracket in location to check for clearance and cut as required. IMPORTANT: To
maintain the integrity of the splash guard, do not cut the slot any larger than necessary. It is recommended to
make several small cuts and check the fit often for a clean installation.
8. Once the final cuts have been made, reinstall the splash guard using the factory hardware. Use the included
(2) 6mm x 20mm Allen Bolts, (4) 6mm Flat Washers and (2) 6mm Hex Nuts to replace the rivets if
required, (Figure 7).
9. Install the Support Brackets.
A. For vehicles without tow hooks. Install the driver side Support Bracket with the slotted side toward the
front of the truck. Bolt the Bracket to the inside of the Lower Mount using the round hole above the two
slotted holes in the Bracket. Use the included (1) 10mm x 35mm Hex Bolt, (2) 10mm Flat Washers, (1)
10mm Lock Washer and (1) 10mm Hex Nut, (Figure 8A). Attach the rear of the Support Bracket to the
frame with (1) 12-1.25mm x 25mm Fine Thread Hex Bolt, (1) 12mm Flat Washer and (1) 12mm Lock
Washer. IMPORTANT: The hole in the bottom of the frame is fine thread. Only use the 12-1.25mm x
09-On Dodge Ram
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Pry up the center pin on the clip to remove the
Viewed from behind
the
center of the
bumper
Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
09-On Dodge Ram
25mm Hex Bolt provided in the hardware kit. Repeat this step for the passenger side Support Bracket. Snug
but do not tighten all hardware at this time.
B. For vehicles with tow hooks. Install the driver side Support Bracket with the round hole toward the front
of the truck and the slotted hole to the rear. Bolt the slotted end of the Support Bracket to the rear mounting
bolt for the tow hook. Loosen the factory hex bolt and insert the slotted end of the Support Bracket under
the head of the factory bolt, (Figure 8B).
Do not bolt the front of the Support Bracket to the inside of the Lower Mounting Bracket at this time.
Repeat this step for the passenger side Support Bracket. Snug but do not tighten all hardware at this time.
10. Reinstall the Bull Bar described in Step # 5, (Figure 9). NOTE: For models with tow hooks-Attach the
front of the Support Bracket to the rear oval hole in the Lower Mounting Bracket for the Bull Bar using the
same 12mm x 35mm Hex Bolts securing the Bull Bar.
11. Level and adjust the Bull Bar and tighten all hardware.
12. 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 Bull Bar.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Bull Bar.
Driver Side Installation Pictured
complete fastener. If the center pin comes out,
remove the housing then push the pin back into
the housing as per Fig 1B to reinstall.
Pin
Fig 1B
Housing
Fig 1A
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IMPORTANT:
On trucks without tow
(Fig 2A)
(Fig 2B)
Installation pictured
Upper Frame Mounting
Lower Frame Mounting
Bracket installation
Hold the splash guard up to the brackets
Front
behind the bumper (non tow hook equipped models)
Driver side mounting locations viewed from
Driver Side Installation Pictured
hooks, use only the supplied
12-1.25mm x 25mm Fine Thread Hex Bolt
12mm Flat Washer
12mm Lock Washer
Fig 3
and mark location for cutting to clear
brackets. Cut only what is needed to
insert bracket through the splash guard.
Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
Front
behind the bumper (tow hook equipped models)
09-On Dodge Ram
Driver side mounting locations viewed from
Bracket installation
without the splash
guard for illustration
Fig 4
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Measure from the mounting point
If required, replace the
Hole for mounting bolt
(Fig 8A)
Cut only what is needed to insert bracket
Fig 5
Fig 7
for the splash guard to the
bracket on the driver and
passenger sides. Use this
measurement as a reference point
to check location before cutting
the 1/2" wide x 4" long slot
through the splash guard. Do not cut
through the front edge of the splash guard
rivet with the supplied:
6mm x 20mm Button
Head Allen Bolts
6mm Flat Washers
6mm Nylock Hex Nuts
Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
09-On Dodge Ram
Driver side Support
Bracket in "no Tow Hook" position
Fig 6
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Installation pictured
(2) 12mm x 35mm Hex Bolts
(Fig 8B)
position
12mm x 35mm Hex Bolt
Front
side Support
Bracket in "with
Tow Hook"
Driver
(2) 12mm Flat Washers
12mm Lock Washers
12mm Hex Nuts
(also bolts the Bull Bar to
the Mounting Bracket)
Fig 9
(4) 12mm Flat Washers
(2) 12mm Lock Washers
(2) 12mm Hex Nuts
Installation Complete
Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
09-On Dodge Ram
without the splash
guard for illustration
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Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
09-On Dodge Ram
Cleaning and Maintenance
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,
window or glass cleaner may be used also.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap, window and glass cleaner may be used.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Smittybilt (The Company) warrants to the original purchaser of this product that should the product or any part thereof, under
normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within the warranty period of 5 years from the date of
purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (At the Company’s option) without charge for parts or labor. To obtain repair or
replacement within the terms of the warranty, the product is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage ( e.g. dated bill of sale,
receipt), specification of defect, freight pre-paid with Returns Good Authorization Number from Smittybilt to place of purchase. Items
returned to Smittybilt without a Returns Authorization Number will be refused and returned to sender at the senders’ expense.
This warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the Company, has suffered or been damaged
through altercation, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect accident or acts of nature. THE EXTENT OF THE
COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED
ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE
PURCHASER FOR THIS PRODUCT.
This warranty is in lieu of all expressed warranties and liabilities. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY
ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHTH WITHIN A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.IN
NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized
to assume for the company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage, therefore
above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights. The purchaser may have additional
rights, which vary from state to state.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damage, therefore above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights. The
purchaser may have additional rights, which vary from state to state.
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