PARTS LIST:
Qty
Description
Qty
Description
1
Driver/Left Side Bar
10
8mm Deep Clip Nuts
1
Passenger/Right Side Bar
10
8-1.25mm x 30mm Hex Bolts
2
Driver/Left Front-Passenger/Right Rear
Mounting Brackets
22
8-1.25mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
2
Passenger/Right-Driver/Left Rear Front
Mounting Brackets
10
8mm x 28mm OD x 3mm Large Flat Washers
1
Driver/Left Center Mounting Bracket
32
8mm x 24mm OD x 2mm STD Flat Washers
1
Passenger/Right Center Mounting Bracket
32
8mm Lock Washers
10
8mm Hex Nuts
Driver/Left Rear
Mounting Bracket
Driver/Left Center
Mounting Bracket
Driver/Left Front
Mounting Bracket
Passenger/Right Rear
Mounting Bracket
Passenger/Right
Center Mounting
Bracket
Passenger/Right
Front Mounting
Bracket
Front
Driver/Left Sidebar Illustrated
PROCEDURE:
1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
2. Starting on the driver side of the vehicle, locate the (2) holes in the pinch weld to find the factory
mounting holes in the inner side panel, (Figure 1). NOTE: The inner holes may be covered with sealing
tape or insulation. Slide the 8mm Clip Nuts into the opening with the nut towards the inside. Line up the
threaded nut on the clip with the round holes, (Figure 1).
3. Partially attach the driver side Mounting Bracket to the Clip Nuts with the included (2) 8mm x 30mm
Hex Bolts, (2) 8mm Lock Washers and (2) 8mm x 28mm Large Flat Washers, (Figure 2). Depending
on model and year, the brake cable may be run on the inside or outside of the Bracket. Do not tighten
hardware at this time. NOTE: The Cradle on the Front Mounting Bracket should face to the rear of the
vehicle.
4. Align the bottom holes in the front Mounting Bracket with the (2) holes in the pinch weld. Bolt the
Bracket to the pinch weld using the included (2) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts, (2) 8mm Lock Washers, (4)
8mm STD Flat Washers and (2) 8mm Hex Nuts, (Figure 2). NOTE: Insert the bolts up from the bottom
of the pinch weld and through the Bracket.
5. Repeat Steps 2 – 4 for Rear Mounting Bracket installation. NOTE: The cradle on the Rear Mounting
Bracket should face the front of the vehicle, (Figure 3). The mounting holes will be the last set towards
the back of the cab.
6. Select the driver side Center Mounting Bracket. Locate the mounting location and insert (1) 8mm Nut
Clip as per Step 2, (Figure 4). Secure the Center Bracket to the Clip Nut with (1) 8mm x 30mm Hex
Bolt, (1) 8mm Lock Washer and (1) 8mm x 28mm Large Flat Washer, (Figure 5). Line up the (1)
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bottom hole with the hole in the pinch weld and bolt together with (1) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolt, (1) 8mm
(Fig 1) 8mm Clip Nuts (hole in body panel shown for
example only-location and shape may differ slightly)
(2) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washer
(4) 8mm STD Flat Washers
(2) 8mm Hex Nuts
(Fig 2) Driver side-front Mounting Bracket location
Rear
(2) 8mm Clip Nuts
(2) 8mm x 30mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washers
(2) 8mm x 28mm Large Flat Washers
Front
(2) 8mm Clip Nuts
(2) 8mm x 30mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washers
(2) 8mm x 28mm Large Flat Washers
(Fig 3) Driver side-rear Mounting Bracket location
Lock Washer, (2) 8mm STD Flat Washers and (1) 8mm Hex Nut. Do not tighten hardware at this time.
NOTE: The cradle on the Center Mounting Bracket should face the front of the vehicle.
7. Carefully position the Sidebar onto the Mounting Bracket cradles and attach it using the included (6)
8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts, (6) 8mm Lock Washers and (6) 8mm STD Flat Washers, (Figures 5 & 6). Do
not tighten hardware at this time.
8. Level and adjust the Sidebar properly and tighten all hardware.
9. Repeat Steps 2 – 8 for passenger Sidebar installation.
10. 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 Sidebar.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Sidebar.
Driver Side Installation Pictured
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(Fig 4) Driver side-center Mounting Bracket location
(Fig 5) Driver Side Center Mounting Bracket location
Front
Rear
Fig 6
(1) 8mm Clip Nut
(2) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washer
(2) 8mm STD Flat Washers
8mm Clip Nut
8mm x 30mm Hex Bolt
8mm Lock Washer
8mm x 28mm Large Flat Washer
8mm x 25mm Hex Bolt
8mm Lock Washer
(2) 8mm STD Flat Washers
8mm Hex Nut
(2) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washer
(2) 8mm STD Flat Washers
(2) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washer
(4) 8mm STD Flat Washers
(2) 8mm Hex Nuts
(2) 8mm Clip Nuts
(2) 8mm x 30mm Hex Bolts
(2) 8mm Lock Washers
(2) 8mm x 28mm Large Flat Washers
Rear
Front
09-12 FORD F-150 CREW CAB
Driver Side Installation Pictured
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