FABTECH FTS24256 Cargo Rack Installation Guide
- October 30, 2023
- FABTECH
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FABTECH FTS24256 Cargo Rack
Product Information
The FTS24256 Jeep Gladiator Cargo Rack is a rack designed to fit 2020-2022 Jeep Gladiator JT models. The cargo rack comprises one center rack, two side racks, and a hardware sub-assembly. The cargo rack is made of high-quality materials and is built to last.
Installation Instructions
Tools Required: Basic Hand Tools, Floor Jack, Jack Stands, Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets and Allen wrenches, Torque Wrench, Die Grinder w/ Cutoff Wheel or Sawzall
Pre-Installation Notes: Check all parts to the parts list before beginning installation. If any parts are missing, contact Fabtech at 909-597-7800 and a replacement part will be sent to you immediately. Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the installation. If these instructions are not properly followed, severe frame, driveline, and/or suspension damage may occur. Use the provided thread locking compound on all hardware.
With Factory Bed Rail System:
- Locate the 3/8 x 1-1/4 carriage bolts and FT50793 (Bed Rail Brackets). Attach a bracket onto a bolt then install 2 per side into the opening on the bed rail located at the end.
- Install FT50785 (Side Tray) onto the bolts just installed using the supplied 3/8 washers and nuts. Repeat step on the opposite side.
- Using another person install FT50784 (Center Rack) to the side brackets using the supplied 3/8 x 1 buttonhead bolts, washers, and nuts. Torque to 35 ft-lbs. Install the center rack so the Fabtech logo is facing towards the window.
- Once the bed rack is positioned where you want it, torque the bed rail hardware to 35 ft-lbs.
Without Factory Bed Rail System:
- Assemble the FT50784 (Center Rack) and both of the FT50785 (Side Tray) together using the supplied 3/8x 1 buttonhead bolts, washers, and nuts. Torque to 35 ft-lbs.
- Install the assembled cargo rack onto the factory bed frame. Install the center rack so the Fabtech logo is facing towards the window.
Post-Installation:
- Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
- If installing any optional accessories, please refer to the instructions provided with that kit.
If you need technical assistance, call 909-597-7800 or email [email protected]. To order wearable replacement components, do not use part numbers shown on this instruction sheet. Go to Fabtech website and look up wearable replacement parts to find the proper part number to order.
| FTS24256 | JEEP GLADIATOR CARGO RACK | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FT50784 | CARGO RACK (CENTER) |
| 2 | FT50785 | CARGO RACK (SIDE) |
| 1 | FT50786 | HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY |
| 4 | FT50792 | BED BRACKET (W/O RAIL) |
| 4 | FT50793 | BED BRACKET (W/ RAIL) |
| FT50786 | HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | FT24256i | INSTRUCTIONS |
| 1 | FT50787 | HARDWARE KIT |
| 1 | FTAS12 | STICKER FT BLUE 10X4 |
| 1 | FTREGCARD | REGISTRATION CARD |
| FT50787 – HARDWARE KIT | LOCATION | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 16 | 3/8” SAE WASHER | |
| 10 | 3/8-16 NYLOCK NUT | |
| 6 | 3/8-16 X 1” BUTTONHEAD BOLT | |
| 4 | 3/8-16 X 1-1/4” CARRIAGE BOLT |
NOTE: TO ORDER WEARABLE REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS DO NOT USE PART NUMBERS SHOWN ON THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET. GO TO FABTECH WEBSITE AND LOOK UP WEARABLE REPLACEMENT PARTS TO FIND THE PROPER PART NUMBER TO ORDER.
TOOL LIST
Required Tools (Not Included)
- Basic Hand Tools
- Floor Jack
- Jack Stands
- Assorted Metric and S.A.E sockets, and Allen wrenches
- Torque Wrench
- Die Grinder w/ Cutoff Wheel or Sawzall
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800 or e-mail: [email protected]
READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN THE INSTALLATION
Check all parts to the parts list above before beginning installation. If any
parts are missing contact Fabtech at 909-597-7800 and a replacement part will
be sent to you immediately.
Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the
installation. If these instructions are not properly followed severe frame,
driveline and / or suspension damage may occur.
Use the provided thread-locking compound on all hardware
With factory bed rail system
- Locate the 3/8” x 1-1/4” carriage bolts and FT50793 (Bed Rail Brackets). Attach a bracket onto a bolt then install per side into the opening on the bed rail located at the end. SEE FIGURES 1-2
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Install FT50785 (Side Tray) onto the bolts just installed using the supplied 3/8” washers and nuts. NOTE: Do not completely tighten. Repeat step on the opposite side. SEE FIGURES 3-4
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Using another person install FT50784 (Center Rack) tothe side brackets using the supplied 3/8” x 1” buttonhead bolts, washers and nuts. Torque to 35 ft-lbs. NOTE: Install the center rack so the Fabtech logo is facing towards the window. SEE FIGURES 5-6
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Once the bed rack is positioned where you want it, torque the bed rail hardware to 35 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 7
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Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
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If installing any optional accessories please refer to the instructions provided with that kit.
Without factory bed rail system
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Using a blanket on a table or the ground. Assemble the FT50784 (Center Rack) and both of the FT50785 (Side Tray) together using the supplied 3/8”x 1” buttonhead bolts, washers and nuts. Torque to 35 ft-lbs. EE FIGURE 8
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Install the assembled cargo rack onto the factory bed frame. NOTE: Install the center rack so the Fabtech logo is facing towards the window. SEE FIGURE 9
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Once positioned where you want the rack. Install the four FT50792 (Bed Rail Brackets) using the supplied 3/8” x 1- 1/4” carriage bolt, washer and nut to the back side of the bed rack and truck bed frame.
NOTE: The 30 degree angle will be upwards and placed correctly it will clamp over the factory bed frame sheet metal. Torque all four mounting bolts to 35 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURES 10-11
- Periodically check all bolts for proper torque.
- If installing any optional accessories please refer to the instructions provided with that kit.
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800
Product Warranty and Warnings
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Fabtech provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original retail purchaser who owns the vehicle, on which the product was originally installed, for defects in workmanship and materials.
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The Limited Lifetime Warranty excludes the following Fabtech items; bushings, bump stops, ball joints, tie rod ends, limiting straps, cross shafts, heim joints and driveshafts. These parts are subject to wear and are not considered defective when worn. They are warranted for 60 days from the date of purchase for defects in workmanship.
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Dirt Logic and Performance Coilover take apart shocks are considered a serviceable shock with a one year warranty on leakage only. Service seal kits are available separately for future maintenance. All other shocks are covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty.
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Fabtech does not warrant any product for finish, alterations, modifications and/or installation contrary to Fabtech’s instructions. Alterations to the finish of the parts including but not limited to painting, powder coating, plating and/or welding will void all warranties. Some finish damage may occur to parts during shipping, which is considered normal and is not covered under warranty.
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Fabtech products are not designed nor intended to be installed on vehicles used in race applications or for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A “RACE” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles, or any contest of one or more vehicle against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles, race vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America.
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Installation of most suspension products will raise the center of gravity of the vehicle and will cause the vehicle to handle differently than stock. It may increase the vehicle’s susceptibility to a rollover, on road and off road, at all speeds. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Fabtech front end Desert Guards may impair the deployment or operation of vehicles equipped with supplemental restraining systems/air bag systems and should not be installed if the vehicle is equipped as so.
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Fabtech makes every effort to ensure suspension product compatibility with all vehicles listed on the website, but due
to unknown auto manufacturer’s production changes and/or inconstancies by the auto manufacturer, Fabtech cannot be responsible for 100% compatibility, including the fitment of tire and wheel sizes listed. The Tire and Wheel sizes listed in Fabtech’s website are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming. Fabtech is not responsible for damages
to the vehicle’s body or tires. Fabtech is not responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation of oversized tires and wheels. -
Fabtech’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Fabtech option, of the defective product only. All costs of removal, installation or re-installation, freight charges, incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this warranty. Fabtech is not responsible for damages and/or warranty of other vehicle parts related or nonrelated to the installed Fabtech product. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. This warranty shall not apply to any product that has been subject to accident, negligence, alteration, abuse or misuse as determined by Fabtech.
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Fabtech suspension components must be installed as a complete system including shocks as shown on our website. All warranties will become void if Fabtech parts are combined and/or substituted with other aftermarket suspension products. Combination and/or substitution of other aftermarket suspension parts may cause premature wear and/or product failure resulting in an accident causing injury or death. Fabtech does not warrant products not manufactured by Fabtech.
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Depending on the condition of the factory suspension components retained after the installation of a Fabtech suspension not all vehicles may have the same ride stance front to rear as described in the website. The blue color of suspension components shown in all Fabtech photographs are for display purposes only. Majority of all Fabtech components will be black specifically where noted with part numbers ending in BK.
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Installation of Fabtech product may void the vehicles factory warranty; it is the consumer’s responsibility to check with their local vehicle’s dealer for warranty disposition before the installation of the product. Some state laws may prohibit modification of suspension to a vehicle in whole or in part. It is the responsibility of the installer and consumer to consult local laws prior to the installation of any Fabtech suspension product to comply with such written laws.
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It is the responsibility of the distributor and/or the retailer to review all warranties and warnings of Fabtech products with the consumer prior to purchase.
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Fabtech reserves the right to super cede, discontinue, change the design, finish, part number and/or application of parts when deemed necessary without written notice. Fabtech is not responsible for misprints or typographical errors within the website or price sheet. For the most recent Product Warranty and Warnings visit our website www.fabtechmotorsports.com