WESTiN Automotive 57-23845 HDX Modular Grille Guard Installation Guide

WESTiN Automotive 57-23845 HDX Modular Grille Guard

Product Information

The Modular HDX Grille Guard is designed for the 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado (excluding Bison & ZR2 models). The part number for this product is 57-23845.

The package includes the following items:

Note:
Anti-seize lubricant must be used on all stainless steel fasteners to prevent thread damage and galling.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Remove all contents from the box and ensure that all parts listed in the manual are present and undamaged.
2. If your vehicle does not have factory tow hooks, trim the plastic in the areas shown in Figure 1 on both the driver and passenger sides. Note that vehicles without tow hooks use 2 spacers on each side.
3. If your vehicle does not have factory tow hooks, loosely install the Lower Mounting Bracket using the supplied M12 hardware as shown in Figure 2. Repeat the same process for the passenger side. If needed, remove the OEM plastic covers for easier access (see Figure 4).
4. If your vehicle has factory tow hooks, remove the factory hardware and loosely install one spacer between the tow hook and the mounting bracket using the supplied M12 hardware. Repeat the same process for the driver’s side (see Figure 3).
5. Trim the plastic behind the grille opening as shown in Figure 1. Loosely install the upper support brackets using the supplied M10 hardware. When fastening the upper support bracket to the A-frame, set the bracket flush with the back of the factory-welded nut (see Figure 5). Do not remove the factory-welded nut.

If you require additional installation assistance, please contact Westin Customer Service at 800-793-7846 or visit their website at www.westinautomotive.com.

MODULAR HDX GRILLE GUARD

• APPLICATION: 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado (Excl. Bison & ZR2)
• PART NUMBER: 57-23845

PARTS LIST

CONTENT

ITEM| QUANTITY| DESCRIPTION| TOOLS NEEDED
1| 1| HDX GRILLE GUARD BASE| 13MM SOCKET
2| 1| HDX DRIVER WING| 14MM SOCKET
3| 1| HDX PASSENGER WING| 15MM SOCKET
4| 2| LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET| 18MM SOCKET
5| 1| DRIVER SIDE UPPER SUPPORT BRACKET| RATCHET
6| 1| PASSENGER SIDE UPPER SUPPORT BRACKET| TORQUE WRENCH
7| 4| TWO HOLE SPACER| ALLEN WRENCH
8| 4| M12 HEX HEAD BOLT| SOCKET EXTENS.
9| 4| M12 HEX NUT| UTILITY KNIFE
10| 4| M12 FLAT WASHER 32MM OD| FLAT HEAD SCREWDRIVER
11| 4| M12 FLAT WASHER 24MM OD
12| 4| M12 SPLIT LOCK WASHER|
13| 6| M10 HEX BUTTON HEAD BOLT (BLACK ZINC)|
14| 6| M10 BELLVILLE WASHER (BLACK ZINC)|
15| 6| M10 SERRATED FLANGE NUT (BLACK ZINC)|
16| 2| M10 SERRATED FLANGE NUT (YELLOW ZINC)|
17| 10| M8 HEX SOCKET BUTTON HEAD BOLT|
18| 10| M8 BELLVILLE WASHER|
19| 10| M8 SERRATED FLANGE HEX NUT|
ANTI-SEIZE LUBRICANT MUST BE USED ON ALL STAINLESS STEEL FASTENERS TO PREVENT THREAD DAMAGE AND GALLING .

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Remove contents from box, verify if all parts listed are present and free from damage. Carefully read and understand all instructions before attempting installation. Failure to identify damage before installation could lead to a rejection of any claim.
2. For vehicles without factory tow hooks: Trim the plastic in the areas shown in Figure 1. Repeat for both the driver and passenger side. Note: Vehicles without tow hooks use 2 spacers on each side.
3. For vehicles without factory tow hooks: Loosely install the Lower Mounting Bracket using the supplied M12 hardware as shown in Figure 2. Repeat for the passenger side. Note: For easier access remove the OEM plastic covers. See Figure 4 for reference.
4. For vehicles with factory tow hooks: Remove the factory hardware. Loosely install one spacer between the tow hook and the mounting bracket with the supplied M12 hardware. Repeat for the driver’s side. See Figure 3 for reference.
5. Trim the plastic behind the grille opening as previously shown in Figure 1. Loosely install the upper support brackets using the supplied M10 hardware. When fastening the upper support bracket to the A-frame, set the bracket flush with the back of the factory-welded nut. See Figure 5 for reference. Note: Do not remove the factory-welded nut.
6. With assistance, loosely install the HDX Grille Guard Base up to the previously installed brackets using the supplied M10 hardware. See Figures 6 & 7 for reference.
7. Locate and mount the HDX Driver and Passenger Wings (Items 2 & 3) to the HDX Grille Guard Base using the supplied M8 hardware (Items 17-19). See Figure 8 for reference.
8. Align and adjust the HDX Grille Guard Base, HDX Wings, and mounting brackets as necessary. Tighten and torque all hardware as specified: M8 to 15-18 ft-lbs., M10 to 25-30 ft-lbs., and M12 to 50-55 ft-lbs.

INSTALLATION COMPLETE

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

• REGULAR WAXING IS RECOMMENDED. DO NOT USE ANY TYPE OF POLISH OR WAX THAT MAY CONTAIN ABRASIVES.
• STAINLESS STEEL PRODUCTS CAN BE CLEANED WITH MILD SOAP AND WATER. STAINLESS STEEL POLISH SHOULD BE USED TO POLISH SMALL SCRATCHES.
• GLOSS BLACK FINISHES SHOULD BE CLEANED WITH MILD SOAP AND WATER.

WARNING

• Failure to follow these instructions could lead to death, personal injury, and/or property damage.
• Failure to follow these instructions could lead to death, personal injury, and/or property damage.

FASTENERS:
All Westin-supplied fasteners must be utilized and installed in accordance with the installation instructions and apply torque to the specifications as defined. DOUBLE CHECK ALL FASTENERS BEFORE INITIAL USE, AND PERIODICALLY IN THE FUTURE TO ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION AND SAFETY.

DRILLING:
Most Westin products do not require drilling for installation. If drilling is defined as required, use caution when drilling a vehicle. FAILURE TO REVIEW AN AREA TO BE DRILLED MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR INJURY TO OTHERS AS WELL AS VEHICLE DAMAGE.

EYE PROTECTION:
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR GOGGLES DURING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY.

MAXIMUM TOWING/CARRYING CAPACITY: (if applicable)
The Westin Receiver Hitches will have a visible tow rating label affixed directly on the product. Users should never exceed the vehicle manufacturer’s maximum tow and weight rating regardless of the capacity of the hitch. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES WILL VOID THE WESTIN WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR INJURY TO OTHERS AS WELL AS VEHICLE DAMAGE.

FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY 65 WARNINGS:
Some products may contain chemicals such as DEHP, which can cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more info go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Thank you for choosing Westin products for additional installation assistance please call

• Customer Service 800-793-7846
• www.westinautomotive.com.

Westin Automotive Products, Inc.
320 W. Covina Blvd San Dimas, Ca. 91773

References

• p65warnings.ca.gov
• Truck, Jeep & SUV Accessories | Westin Automotive Products, Inc.

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