GO RHINO FS4516T Frame Mounted Steel Sliders Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- GO RHINO
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FS4516T Frame Mounted Steel Sliders
Product Information
- Product Name: FS4516T
- Application: JEEP JT
- Manufacturer: Go Rhino
- Manufacturer Website: www.gorhino.com
- Manufacturer Address: 589 W. Apollo St., Brea, CA 92821 –
- Manufacturer Contact: P: 888 427 4466 – Revision: REV 3 05/13/2016
Product Usage Instructions
. Safety Precautions
Before starting the installation, ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the engine is turned off. – Use tire/wheel blocks and jack stands to prevent the vehicle from rolling. – Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions for safe lifting and installation of heavy or large items. – When drilling, cutting, or grinding plastic or metal, wear appropriate safety gear to protect against flying particles. – Inspect the area to be drilled on both sides of the material before making modifications and relocate any obstructions.
Maintenance and Care
To maintain the product’s appearance, use a non-abrasive automotive wax, such as pure carnauba wax.
Compatibility with Vehicle Features
Some products are designed to work together with factory rear sensor systems, factory forward facing sensor systems, and factory airbags. – It is important to check the compatibility and functionality of the sensors with the respective manufacturer’s operating instructions before using the product.
Tools Needed for Installation
The following tools are needed for installation: [List of tools not provided in the given text]
Estimated Time for Installation
The estimated time for installation is 1.5 hours.
Installation Instructions
Step 1
Begin the installation on the passenger side. Locate the existing holes at the front of the frame rail and the existing bolts at the center & rear (refer to FIGURE 1 & 2)
Step 2
At the front location, thread a bolt plate in the guide bolt and introduce
it through the obround hole. The tip of the bolt guide must come out through
the bottom hole of the frame rail. Place another bolt plate in the obround
hole and use a vinyl gasket to prevent the bolt plate from falling into the
frame rail (refer to FIGURE 3 & 4).
Step 3
At the front center & rear center & rear locations, locate the existing
bolts attaching the skid plate. Remove the bolt attaching the center cross
member and loosen the others (refer to FIGURE 5 & 6).
Step 4
Attach the front center bracket as shown in FIGURE 7 using the previously
removed bolt. [Note: FIGURE 1, FIGURE 2, FIGURE 3, FIGURE 4, FIGURE 5, FIGURE
6, and FIGURE 7 are not provided in the given text]
PRODUCT SAFETY & LEGAL DISCLAIMER
- IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PRODUCT AND/OR PROPERTY.
- Review the product package and contents prior to beginning the installation. Take care when opening the packaging and removing items. If a return is needed you will want to return the product in its original packaging if possible.
- This instruction guide is provided as a GENERAL installation guide, some vehicles vary dimensionally and may require additional steps.
- Test fit the product on the vehicle prior to any third party modifications and or finishing. The manufacturer and/or distributors do not accept responsibility for third party charges, labor and or third part replacement modifications. Some modifications may void the factory warranty.
- Exercise due-diligence when installing this product. The manufacturer and distributors of this product do not accept any responsibility for vehicle damage or personal injury resulting from the installation of this product. Careless installation and operation can result in serious injury or equipment damage.
- This product is for general off-road use. All liability for installation and use rests with the owner/operator.
- INSTALLER: Once installation is complete, please return this guide along with other documentation included in this product back to the consumer for future reference. The manufacturer/distributors of this product do not guarantee this particular version will be available at a later date.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INJURY HAZARD
Please complete a shop and tool inspection prior to beginning the
installation.
- Always make sure you have a clean, dry and well lit work area.
- Always remove jewelry, loose fitting clothing and wear protective gloves and eye protection.
- Always use extreme caution when jacking or raising a vehicle for work. Set the emergency brake and use tire/wheel blocks and jack stands. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer hand book. Utilize the vehicle manufacturers designated lifting points.
- Always use appropriate and adequate care in lifting parts during disassembly and installation. Seek help in lifting heavy or large items into place. Utilize jacks and or lifting devices when available.
- Always insure products are secure during disassembly and installation.
- Always wear eye protection and take steps to protect any exposed skin during the installations. Drilling, cutting and grinding plastic and metal may create flying particles that can cause injury.
- Always use extreme caution when drilling, cutting and or grinding on a vehicle. Thoroughly inspect the area to be drilled, on both sides of material, prior to modification and relocate any objects that may become damaged.
- Always assemble and tighten all fasteners per the installation instructions.
- Always route electrical cables carefully. Avoid moving parts, parts that may become hot and rough or sharp edges.
- Always insulate and protect all exposed wiring and electrical connections.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
- Always perform regular inspections and maintenance on mounts and related fasteners.
- Periodically check and tighten all fasteners.
- Stripped, fractured, or bent fasteners must be replaced.
- After washing the vehicle make sure to fully dry all surfaces.
- In areas with cold temperatures make sure to wash the product often to remove harmful materials used on road ways.
- Never use abrasive cleaners or polish compounds. Clean with a gentle soap and water. If you use wax use a non-abrasive automotive wax such as pure carnauba wax.
WARNING
Some products have been designed to work together with factory rear sensor systems, factory forward facing sensor systems and factory air bags.
- Installation of some of these products may alter the factory sensor system performance.
- Factory sensors may read shackles or hooks protruding from the fairlead and or tow hooks.
- All sensor testing is completed by Go Rhino Products and or third party testing labs on modified vehicles.
- Sensor sensitivity, factory sensor housing, orientation, and operating conditions are all variables that will influence functionality of the sensors.
- Installation of some product may effect the factory air bag systems.
- Some products allow the use of third party products such as winches, shackles, hooks, etc. Follow the respective manufacturers operating instructions for use with our products.
- Make sure to fully understand the product, it’s intended use and operation prior to use.
- Above all… be safe!
PARTS INCLUDED IN THIS LIST
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DESCRIPTION
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ITEM
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QTY.
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DESCRIPTION
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A| 6| M12-1.5 x 50mm Hex Bolt| F| 4| 3/8″ Hex nut| K| 2| 5/16” Vinil gasket
B| 12| 1/2″ Flat Washer| G| 2| Bolt guide wire| L| 6| ½” Bolt plate
C| 12| 1/2″ Lock Washer| H| 4| 3/8” Flat washer| M| 2| 3/8” Bolt plate
D| 6| 1/2″ Hex Nut| I| 4| 3/8” Lock washer| N| 2| Tube spacer
E| 2| 3/8″-16 x 2″ Hex Bolt| J| 6| 7/16” Vinil gasket| O| 1 Pr.| Frame Mount
Sliders (Not Shown)
Go Rhino recommends you, the installer, read this installation instruction manual from front to back before installing the product. You may also click here to view an installation video or visit http://www.gorhino.com /Installation-Videos.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
- 3/4” Socket & Wrench
- 9/16” Socket & Wrench
- 18mm Socket
- Ratchet & Extension
- Flat screwdriver
- Drill
- 7/16” Drill Bit
- Measure Tape
- Marker
ESTIMATED TIME FOR INSTALLATION 1.5 Hour
If you need installation service for your new product, call the authorized distributor from whom you purchased the product or an authorized installation service company which can be found by calling toll free 1-888-427-4466
INSTRUCTIONS
Step-1 Begin the installation on the passenger side. Locate the existing
holes at the front of the frame rail, and the existing bolts at center & rear
(FIGURE 1 & 2).
Step-2 At the front location, thread a bolt plate in the guide bolt then introduce it through the obround hole, the tip of the bolt guide must come out through the bottom hole of the frame rail. Do not pull out the bolt plate attached to the bolt guide. Place another bolt plate in the obround hole and use a vinyl gasket to prevent the bolt plate from falling into the frame rail, (FIGURE 3 & 4).
Step-3 At the front center & rear center & rear locations, locate the existing bolts attaching the skid plate, remove the bolt attaching the center cross member and loosen the others, Figure 5 & 6.
Step-4 Attach the front center bracket as shown figure 7 , with the bolt previously removed, Figure 7.
Step-5 Mark on the external face of the body mount wall a center point as shown and drill a Ø 7/16” hole, Figure 8.
Step-6 Position the frame mount slider brackets up to the frame rail, align the lateral hole in the front bracket with the bolt plate previously installed into the frame. Be careful to insert the bolt guide tip through the bottom hole in the rear center bracket. Once the bracket is in position pull out the bolt plate inside the frame rail and secure the mount slider rear center bracket using (1) ½” flat washer, (1) ½” lock washer and (1) ½” hex nut, in the inner part with the bolt previously removed. Figure 9. Leave the nuts loose for final adjustment.
Step-7 On the rear bracket, attach at the inner part with the bolt previously removed as shown Figure 10. Leave the bolt loose for final adjustment.
Step-8 In the lateral part, insert the 3/8“ bolt plate and attach with: (1) 3/8” flat washer, (1) 3/8” lock washer and (1) 3/8” hex nut, Figure 11. Leave the nuts loose for final adjustment.
Step-9 Align the Frame Mount Slider with the vehicle and tighten all
bolts securing the Frame Mount Slider to the front and rear. Remember to check
and retighten the nuts and bolts every six months.
Step-11 Repeat the steps to install the Frame Mount Slider on the other
side of the vehicle.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Go Rhino warrants to Buyer that for a period of five (5) years from the date
of shipment of the product(s) (“Warranty Period”) for black finishes and
chrome finishes, that such products will materially conform to the
specifications set forth in Go Rhino’s specifications in effect as of the date
of shipment(s) and will be free from material defects in material workmanship.
Go Rhino warrants to Buyer that for the life of the product(s) from the date
of shipment of the product(s) (“Warranty Period”) for polished stainless steel
finished products purchased after April 2004, that such products will
materially conform to the specifications set forth in Go Rhino’s
specifications in effect as of the date of shipments and will be free from
material defects in material workmanship. Warranty claims must be accompanied
with the original invoice and photos of the product. It is the customer’s
responsibility to clean regularly and protect finish with regular applications
of a nonabrasive polish that is compatible with the product’s finish. This
warranty covers the cost of the product only and does not include the cost of
removal, installation, third party modifications or shipping of the product.
In no event shall Go Rhino be liable to buyer or any third party for any
damage or harm caused by the product or use thereof, regardless of whether
such damages were foreseeable and whether or not Go Rhino has been advised of
the possibility of such damages, not withstanding the failure of any agreed or
other remedy of its essential purpose. This warranty is void if the product
shows signs of alteration, misuse, mishandling, improper care, neglect,
improper application and/or damage due to improper installation With respect
to any such product(s) during the limited warranty period, Go Rhino shall, in
its sole discretion, either: (i) provide a one-time repair or replacement of
such products (or the defective part) or (ii) credit or refund the price of
such products at the pro rata contract rate provided that, if Go Rhino so
requests, Buyer shall, at Go Rhino’s expense, return such product(s) to Go
Rhino. The remedies shall be the Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy and Go
Rhino’s entire liability for any breach of the limited warrant(ies).
Go Rhino disclaims all other warranties except to the extent that any such
warranty cannot be validly disclaimed under applicable law.
Finish Limited Warranty
Limited lifetime on stainless steel products (after April 2004) 5 year
warranty on black powder coat products 5 year warranty on chrome products This
warranty does not cover exposed welds.
Finish warranty covers peeling, flaking, or cracking. Washing all finishes regularly with car wash soap and rinsing well with water is the best method for maintaining the finish on your products. You must also protect the finish with nonabrasive automotive wax on a regular basis. The use of any compound which contains abrasives becomes a self-defeating exercise as the compound scratches the finish and opens it to corrosion. The use of harsh chemicals used to remove bugs and tar may also cause the finish to fail and should be avoided. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase please contact the establishment you purchased the product from. If you need to place a warranty claim or need assistance, the Go Rhino customer service team will answer any questions you may have. Please contact the Go Rhino customer service team at 1-888-427-4466 during normal business hours Monday thru Friday 7 am to 5 pm PST. You may also email warranty@gorhino.com. In order to better serve you please provide a copy of the original invoice /receipt, a photo of the issue you are experiencing and a photo of the vehicle the product is installed on. All warranty returns must have an approved RGA number. The RGA number must be clearly marked on the exterior of the return package. All approved warranty returns must be shipped to Go Rhino Products, 810 Nafta Blvd Laredo, TX 78045
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