FRONT RUNNER LADD019 Universal Vehicle Ladder Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- Front Runner
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LADD019 Universal Vehicle Ladder
Instructions
LADD019 Universal Vehicle Ladder
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Thank you for purchasing a Front Runner Universal Vehicle Ladder / Medium.
Before you start, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the Fitting
Instructions and the included components. Refer to Page 2 for a list of all
the components, quantities and tools required.
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ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN
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THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR FRONT
RUNNER PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF
THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE
NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE
PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
NOTE: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by the
failure to install the product according to these instructions. Please call us
if you have any questions about the installation of this product.
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GET ORGANIZED
IN THE BOX
| 1 | 2 X | Ladder Side |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 X | Ladder Rung |
| 3 | 2 X | Side Bracket RH |
| 4 | 2 X | Side Bracket LH |
| 5 | 2 X | Swivel Mount Bracket |
| 6 | 2 X | Inner Mounting Plate |
| 7 | 4 X | M6 x 16 Flange Button Head |
| 8 | 12 X | M6 x 25 Thread Forming Screw |
| 9 | 12 X | M6 Nyloc Nut |
| 10 | 4 X | M8 x 16 x 1.6 Flat Washer |
| 11 | 4 X | M6 x 16 Button Head Screw |
| 12 | 4 X | M8 x 30 Button Head Screw |
| 13 | 4 X | M8 Nylon Nut |
| 14 | 4 X | Anti Crush Tube |
| 15 | 4 X | M8 x 100 Hex Head Bolt |
| 16 | 4 X | M8 x 19 x 2 Flat Washer |
| 17 | 4 X | M6 Jack Nut |
| 18 | 4 X | M6 x 25 Button Head Bolt |
| 19 | 1 X | Jack Nut Tool |
| 20 | 2 X | M6 x 30 Button Head Bolt |
| 21 | 12 X | M6 Nut Cap |
TOOLS NEEDED
FIT AND SECURE
Loosely assemble the LH & RH Side Brackets (Item 3 & 4) to the
Swivel Mount Bracket (Item 5) using M6 x 16 Button Head Bolts and M6 Nyloc
Nuts (Items 9 & 11) as shown.  Find suitable rigid mounting points to
prevent the door from deforming.
This will help decide the position of (Item 2) in 2.3
Apply a little Anti seize/oil on screw threads before inserting. Note these are thread forming screws. Apply Anti-rust around all holes drilled
Secure the Rungs (Item 2) to the Ladder Sides (Item 1) to suit the position of the vehicle, using M6 x 25 Thread Forming Screws and M6 x 16 Flange Button Heads (Items 7 & 8). Refer to Fig 1.1.
Place the assembled Ladder against the door and mark the holes to be drilled on the Top and Bottom. Check that position and the markings are correct before drilling. Option A: (Recommended) Drill a 5mm pilot hole and open up to a 8.5mm
Option B:
If there is limited acces (cavity) and it is not possible to drill through the double skinned door an M6 Jack Nuts needs to be used, drill a 5mm Pilot hole and open it up to a 12mm Hole.
FIT AND SECURE
Insert a M6 x 30 Button Head Bolt (Item
- into the Jack Nut Tool (Item 20) and loosely fit a Jack Nut (Item 17) to
the button head bolt as shown.
Using the Jack Nut Tool and a M6 x 30 button ead bolt, set the M6 jack nut into both the holes, opened in step 2.2.
Using a cordless driver and a 4mm allen cordless bit, set the jack nut into the hole while holding the Jack Nut Tool, to prevent the Jack Nut from turning.
Single Skinned Door: Recommeded
Remove the backing type from the Rubber Strip on the Swivel Mount Bracket (Item 5). Secure the Ladder to the door using M8 x 30 Button Head Screws, Inner Mounting Plates and M8 Nyloc Nuts (Items 6, 12 & 13). Fully tighten all fasteners. Place Nut Caps over all Hex Bolts and Nyloc Nuts (Item 21)
Double Skinned Door: Recommended
Remove the backing type from the Rubber Strip on the Swivel Mount Bracket (Item 5). If the door is double skinned open the holes that were drilled in Step 2.2 to 15.5mm. Trim the Anti Crush Tube (Item 14) to fit snuggly in the door cavity of the double skinned door.
This prevents the door panel from deforming when the bolts are tightened. Secure the Universal Ladder using M8 x 100 Hex Head Bolts, M8 x 19 x 2 Flat Washers, Anti Crush Tube, Inner Mounting Plates and M8 Nyloc Nuts (Items 6, 13, 14, 15 & 16). Fully tighten all fasteners.
Place Nut Caps over all Hex Bolts and Nylon Nuts (Item 21).
Double Skinned Door With No Access:
Remove the backing type from the Rubber Strip on the Swivel Mount Bracket (Item 5). Secure the Universal Ladder to the vehicle using M6 x 25 Button Head Bolts (Item 18). Fully tighten all fasteners.
Place Nut Caps over all Hex Bolts and Nyloc Nuts (Item 21)
FINISH
Congratulations! You did it. Take a step back and admire your work!
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