FABTECH FTS24293 Jeep JL-JT Front Track Bar Bracket Kit Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: FABTECH

Table of Contents

FABTECH FTS24293 Jeep JL-JT Front Track Bar Bracket Kit
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
HARDWARE KIT
TOOL LIST
PRE-INSTALLATION NOTES
INSTRUCTIONS
Product Warranty and Warnings
References
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FABTECH FTS24293 Jeep JL-JT Front Track Bar Bracket Kit

Product Information

Product Name: JEEP JL/JT FRONT TRACK BAR BRACKET KIT
Product Model: FTS24293
Manufacturer: Fabtech Motorsports
Manufacturer Address: 4331 Eucalyptus Ave. Chino, CA 91710
Manufacturer Contact: Tech Line: 909-597-7800 | Fax: 909-597-7185 |
Email: info@fabtechmotorsports.com.
Manufacturer Website: www.fabtechmotorsports.com

Product Usage Instructions

Before beginning installation, check all parts against the parts list provided. If any parts are missing, contact Fabtech Motorsports at 909-597-7800 for a replacement.
Read all instructions thoroughly from start to finish before beginning the installation.
Check local laws and regulations to ensure the legality of installing this system in your area. Do not install if it is not legal.
Prior to installing this suspension system, perform a front end alignment and record the measurements. Do not proceed if the vehicle alignment is not within factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage before installation.
The installation of this suspension system should be performed by two professional mechanics.
This suspension system must be installed with Fabtech shock absorbers.
All fasteners must be installed using the provided thread locking compound and torqued to the specified values indicated in the instructions.
Installation of this system will alter the center of gravity of the vehicle and may increase the risk of roll over compared to stock.
If your vehicle has oversized tires, regularly check ball joints, uniballs, tie rod ends, pitman arm, and idler arm every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as needed.
Prior to kit installation, verify that the differential fluid is at the manufacturer’s recommended level. The installation may reposition the differential, causing the fill plug hole to be in a different position. Consult your vehicle’s specific manual for the correct amount of fluid.

Installation Instructions:

Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery.
Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. Never work under an unsupported vehicle!
Remove the front tires.

HARDWARE KIT

| FTS24293| JEEP JL/JT FRONT TRACK BAR BRACKET KIT
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1| FT50618| FRONT TRACK BAR BRACKET
1| FT50937| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
| FT50937| HARDWARE SUBASSEMBLY
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1| FT24293i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FT50592| SLEEVE
1| FT50616| NUT TAB
1| FT50938| HARDWARE KIT
| FT50938 – HARDWARE KIT| LOCATION
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2| 3/8-16 X 1-1/4” HEX BOLT|
3| 3/8 SAE WASHER|
1| 3/8-16 C-LOCK NUT|
1| 9/16-18 X 3” HEX BOLT|
2| 9/16 SAE WASHER|
1| 9/16-18 C-LOCK NUT|
1| THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND|

JEEP WRANGLER (JL) & GLADIATOR (JT)

FRONT TRACK BAR BRACKET KIT
FTS24293

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: info@fabtechmotorsports.com.

READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN 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.
This suspension and shocks has been designed to be installed on a stock vehicle.
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.
Check your local city and state laws prior to the installation of this system for legality. Do not install if not legal in your area.
Prior to the installation of this suspension system perform a front end alignment and record. Do not install this system if the vehicle alignment is not within factory specifications. Check for frame and suspension damage prior to installation.
The installation of this suspension system should be performed by two professional mechanics.
This suspension must be installed with Fabtech shock absorbers.
Installation of all fasteners requires the use of provided thread locking compound with proper torque values as indicated throughout the installation. Apply thread locking compound upon the final torque of the fastener.
WARNING- Installation of this system will alter the center of gravity of the vehicle and may increase roll over as compared to stock.
Vehicles that receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs, tie rods ends, pitman arm and idler arm every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as needed.
Verify differential fluid is at manufactures recommended level prior to kit installation. Installation of the kit will reposition the differential and the fill plug hole may be in a different position. (For example, if the manufacture recommends 3 quarts of fluid, make sure the diff has 3 quarts of fluid). Check your specific manual for correct amount of fluid.

INSTRUCTIONS

Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the front end of the truck and support the frame rails with jack stands. NEVER WORK UNDER AN UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE! Remove the front tires.
With the front axle supported. Disconnect the front track bar at the axle. Save hardware
Install FT50618 (Front track bar bracket) to the factory axle mount using stock bolt. SEE FIGURE 1. Mark the 2 holes to drill using the new bracket as a guide. Remove and drill the marks to 3/8”.
Reinstall the bracket using the factory bolt and (2) supplied 3/8” x 1-1/4” bolts and hardware. NOTE: Install the FT50592 (Sleeve) with the factory bolt between the new track bar bracket and the FT50616 (3/8” Nuttab) by inserting through the opening under the factory bracket for the rear vertical pad location. SEE FIGURE 2- 3
Re-install the track bar to the new bracket using the supplied 9/16” X 3” bolt, nut and washers. Torque to 153 ft-lbs. SEE FIGURE 4
Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer’s specifications.
Check front end alignment and set to factory specifications.
Recheck all bolts for proper torque.
Install Driver Warning Decal. Complete product registration card and mail to Fabtech in order to receive future safety and technical bulletins on this suspension.

Vehicles that will receive oversized tires should check ball joints, uniballs and all steering components every 2500-5000 miles for wear and replace as required.

RETORQUE ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND LUGS AFTER 50 MILES AND PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER.
For technical assistance call: 909-597-7800

Product Warranty and Warnings

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 non related 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.