Installation Instructions
Parts Included Qty
Parts Included Qty
Parts Included Qty
Parts In
cluded Qty
Parts Included Qty
Parts Included Qty
Standard
Metric
M6 9 ft. lbs.
1/2” nuts 90 ft. lbs.
75 ft. lbs.
5/8” nuts 175 ft. lbs.
M16 165 ft. lbs.
Defender Series
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Part #DS5-6,DS5-8,DS6-6
Rack Mount
Bracket (DS5) 6
“L” Bracket (D8107A) 6
Hardware Pack (DS5-6-HP)
5/16”x3/4” Bolt 24
Bracket (DS5) 8
“L” Bracket (D8107A) 8
Hardware Pack (DS5-8-HP)
5/16”x3/4” Bolt 32
Please read instructions entirely before installing this product.
Part# DS5-6
5/16” Flat Washers 48
5/16” Lock Washers 24
5/16” Nut 24
Part# DS5-8
5/16” Flat Washers 64
5/16” Lock Washers 32
5/16” Nut 32
Part# DS6-6
Bracket (DS5) 6
“L” Bracket (D8107A) 6
Hardware Pack (DS6-6-HP)
5/16”x3/4” Bolt 24
5/16” Flat Washers 48
5/16” Lock Washers 24
5/16” Nut 24
Grade 8 nut torque specifications
5/16” nuts 20 ft. lbs.
3/8” nuts 35 ft. lbs.
7/16”nuts 60 ft. lbs.
9/16” nuts 160 ft. lbs.
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M8 23 ft. lbs.
M10 45 ft. lbs.
M12
M14 120 ft. lbs.
Installation Instructions
Defender Series
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Part #DS5-6,DS5-8,DS6-6
Step 1: Assemble the bracket assemblies, and place on each side of factory rails per diagram.
Do not tighten at this time.
Step 2: Position roof rack on brackets and attach with 5/16” hardware.
Step 3: Once the rack and brackets are in the desired location, tighten all hardware.
Notes: Defender Roof Racks are rated for loads of no more than 150lbs. evenly distributed.
Rack Mount
When carrying a spare tire, the tire should not exceed 33” diameter
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Installation Instructions
Defender Series
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Part #DS5-6,DS5-8,DS6-6
Limited Warranties
Smittybilt’s products are covered under the following limited warranties only. Note that the duration of the
limited warranty differs according to the material and finish of the product purchased. Subject to the duration
and conditions of the limited warranty stated below, Smittybilt warrants to the original retail purchaser that its
products are free from defects in material and workmanship. All other warranties and representations
express or implied, are hereby disclaimed, including fitness for merchantability and buyer’s intended use or
purpose. All parts are sold “AS IS” except for the limited warranties granted herein. Buyer assumes all risks
as to the selection, suitability and performance of all goods and products selected. This limited warranty
does not cover damage or impairment in any part due to misuse, improper installation, accident or contact
with on-road or off-road hazards, product modification, improper or inadequate cleaning and/or maintenance.
Smittybilt is not responsible for items damaged during shipping. This warranty is not transferable from the
original buyer. For the original Buyer to be eligible for the limited warranty coverage, the Buyer must provide
proof of purchase. Smittybilt strongly recommends returning the warranty registration card.
Customer’s remedy hereunder shall be limited only to repair or replacement (at Smittybilt’s option) of any
defective part(s) returned to Smittybilt at customer’s expense. The determination of whether or not a
returned part is defective or subject to coverage under the limited warranties stated herein shall be made at
Smittybilt’s sole discretion.
To assure product quality, Smittybilt reserves the right to change product design, material, specification and
finishes without prior notice to customers. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply as to you. Also, some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. Smittybilt reserves the right to discontinue product lines and substitute products, or provide
other remedies than those listed in this limited warranty for those discontinued products.
Warning
Rollover and other types of vehicle accidents may result in serious injury or death to you, your passengers
and others sharing the road. Smittybilt accessories are decorative and are not intended to reduce or avoid
injury or damage in the event of an accident. The weight and location of Smittybilt accessories may affect
your vehicles’ handling, stability and performance, creating an increased risk of accident or rollover. Before
installing any accessory, check state laws and assure that the accessory will not obscure any lights or
interfere with proper operation on your vehicle’s safety equipment. Consult your owner’s manual and the
Smittybilt instructions, or additional safety information. Smittybilt products, nor the warnings contained
herein, are not a substitute for your safe driving. Don’t drink and drive, always use seat belts and don’t drive
faster than conditions permit.
Rack Mount
For Technical Support/Warranty Information please call 310-762-9944
Smittybilt, 400 West Artesia Blvd, Compton, CA 90220
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