RUGGED RIDGE Body Armor Hood Guard Installation Guide

RUGGED RIDGE Body Armor Hood Guard

Product Information

• Product Name: Body Armor, Hood Guard; TJ & LJ
• Part Number: 11650.17
• Manufacturer: Omix-ADA
• Address: 460 Horizon Dr. Suite 100, Suwanee, GA 30024
• Contact Information:
• Phone: 770-614-6101,
• Fax: 770-614-6069,
  Email: info@omix-ada.com.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Clean the mounting surface with a strong cleaner or rubbing alcohol. Avoid areas that the product will not be adhered to. This step is crucial for proper adhesion of the adhesive tape. Failure to clean may result in poor attachment and the product not staying attached. Allow the area to dry completely before attaching the body armor.
2. Gather the following tools: (1) Drill, (1) 7/64 drill bit, and (1) Phillips Head screwdriver.
3. Test fit the Hood Guard to the vehicle before removing the plastic backing film. This will help in aligning the piece properly before securing it with the two-sided 3M tape.
4. Remove the plastic backing film from the affixed two-sided 3M tape. You can use a knife or cutting blade to make it easier to remove the film. Peel it from the leading edges and pull away from the tape.
5. Position the Hood Armor close to the hood and attach it from the center of the hood outward to the edges. Ensure that it is evenly spaced before applying any pressure. Once satisfied with the placement, apply pressure to all areas to properly secure the armor to the vehicle.
6. After installation, inspect to make sure all tape areas are adhered securely to the vehicle before driving. The Hood Armor must be positioned as far back onto the hood as possible. There should be no gap between the front of the hood and the inside of the Hood Armor.
7. If instructed, drill holes using the 7/64 drill bit and insertscrews to secure the Hood Armor to the vehicle using a Phillips head screwdriver.

Body Armor, Hood Guard; TJ & LJ

Installation

Step. 1

Clean the mounting surface with a strong cleaner or rubbing alcohol. Avoid areas that the product will not be adhered to.

THIS MUST BE DONE FOR ADHESIVE TAPE TO PROPERLY STICK. FAILURE TO CLEAN COULD RESULT IN POOR ATTACHMENT AND FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT TO STAY ATTACHED.

Allow the area to dry completely before attaching body armor.

TOOLS NEEDED

• (1) Drill, (1) 7/64” drill bit, and (1) Phillips Head screwdriver.

Part number 11650.17 (Hood Stone Guard)

Step.2
Test fit the Hood Guard to the vehicle before removing the plastic backing film. This will aid in aligning the piece properly before securing it with the two-sided 3M tape.

Step.3
Remove the plastic backing film from the affixed two-sided 3M tape. The plastic film can be removed easily with the aid of a knife or cutting blade. Peel from the leading edges and pull away from the tape. Step. 4
Position the Hood Armor close to the hood and attach it from the center of the hood outward to the edges. Make sure that it is evenly spaced before applying any pressure to the armor. When satisfied with placement apply pressure to all areas to properly secure armor to the vehicle.

Step.5

After installation, inspect to make sure all tape areas are adhered securely to the vehicle before driving.
NOTE: the Hood Armor must be positioned as far back onto the hood as possible.

There should be NO GAP between the front of the hood and the inside of the Hood Armor

Step.6
With Hood Armor in the correct position and firmly attached to the vehicle mark or scribe two hole locations on each side of the inner hood. These marks are to be drilled using a 7/64” drill bit. Make sure mark locations are positioned as far inward as possible. This will allow the screws to be located flush with the hood and grille line when lowered. With marks in place carefully drill the two 7/64” holes. TAKE
CARE NOT TO DRILL TO FAR PAST THE INNER LIP OR DAMAGE TO THE OUTER HOOD SURFACE MAY RESULT.

Step.7
After holes have been drilled using the 7/64” bit insert screws to secure Hood Armor to the vehicle using a Phillips head screwdriver. When properly installed the retaining screws should just be visible inside of the vehicle hood line and not interfere with the closing or locking of the hood.

OMIX – ADA or Rugged Ridge is not responsible for damage to a vehicle or injuries acquired during the installation or use of this accessory.

• 460 HORIZON DR. SUITE 100
• SUWANEE, GA 30024
• PHONE: 770-614-6101
• FAX: 770-614-6069
• info@omix-ada.com.

References

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