AXC D0003 Defender Fender Flares Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- AXC
Table of Contents
AXC D0003 Defender Fender Flares Installation Guide
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
A) Install the flares according to these written instructions with the
hardware provided.
WARNING: Failure to install according to these instructions will
invalidate the warranty. This includes, but is not limited to, using
alternative installation methods, hardware, or materials. DO NOT USE: Loctite,
Superglue, or similar products on the hardware or the flares. Install flares
on cleaned vehicle surfaces.
B) Fit: Verify the fit of the flares to vehicle prior to installation
(some filing, sanding, or cutting may be necessary to ensure proper fit).
C) Painting: (Optional) if paint is desired it must be done prior to
installing flares on vehicle. Clean outer surface with a good grade degreaser.
DO NOT USE LACQUER THINNER OR ENAMEL REDUCER AS A DEGREASER. Wipe outer
surface thoroughly with a tack rag prior to paint. Application of plastic
adhesion promoter for ABS plastic as per your paint system manufacturer’s
recommendations is required. Paint flares using a high-quality enamel, or
polyurethane automotive paint. If painting edge trim (not recommended), use a
flex additive.
D) Performance: Using larger tires may increase the area required to turn
the vehicle. Some tire/rim combinations may require lowering bump stops and or
installing steering stops to prevent tire from contacting flare.
E) Exhaust System: Modifications may be necessary to maintain a minimum
4” clearance between flares and exhaust pipes. (Exhaust gases should not vent
directly onto flares)
F) Metal Protection: All exposed fasteners and bare metal should be
treated with rust resistant paint BEFORE installing flares. Spray inner fender
wells with undercoating AFTER flare attachments have been completed.
G) Decals: Flares may interfere with existing decals on vehicle. If you
wish, remove decals prior to installation of flares.
H) Care & Cleaning: Fender flares are built to last; any detergent
you use to wash your vehicle is sufficient to clean the flare. Do not use any
harsh abrasive detergents.
TOOLS FOR EASY INSTALLATION
- Soft Cloth or Alcohol Wipe
- Socket Wrench
- 10mm socket
- Grease Pencil
- Philips Screwdriver
PLEASE READ: Dirt and debris can become lodged between the fender flares and the vehicle’s fenders, causing scratching and paint wear from vibration. Manufacturer is not responsible for any damage, and the installation of our fender flares is done with the buyer’s understanding that this scratching and paint wear may occur.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY AGAINST ANY MANUFACTURING DEFECTS: To claim warranty you must provide Proof of Purchase.
INCLUDED IN HARDWARE KIT
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SS Pocket Torx Bolt 32 pcs
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SS Pocket Washer 32 pcs
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Pocket Nylock Nut 32 pcs
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T-45 Torx Bit 1 pc
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10 “U” Clip 4 pcs
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10 Truss Head Screw 4 pcs
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Wiper Style Edge Trim 375 inches
EDGE TRIM INSTALLATION
A) Using a debris-free soft cloth or alcohol wipe, clean vehicle at areas
of installation.
B) Peel 2-3 inches of red vinyl backing away from supplied edge trim
tape. Applying the adhesive side of the edge trim to the inner side of the
flare, affix the edge trim to the top edge of the flare (the portion that
comes in contact with the side of the vehicle).
C) Press edge trim into place along the top edge of the flare in one-foot
increments, pulling red vinyl backing free as you continue to work your way
around the top edge of the flare. Trim edge trim flush with ends of flare.
POCKET HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Install a supplied SS Pocket Washer onto each SS Pocket Torx Bolt.
Insert each Bolt/Washer combination through pocket holes in flare, Bolt head
and Washer on the outside.
Place a supplied Pocket Nylock Nut over the end of each bolt and tighten using
a 1/2” wrench for the Nut and the supplied T-45 Torx Bit for the Bolt. Repeat
for all pockets.
FRONT FLARE INSTALLATION
Using a 10mm socket, remove three factory fasteners from mud guard. Retain all
screws for future use.
NOTE: Some screws will not be used.
Using a 10mm socket, remove one factory fastener from underside of mud guard.
Using a 10mm socket, remove top bolt on rear of rear wheel well as shown.
Using a 10mm socket, remove bottom and top bolt from front of wheel well as
shown.
Hold flare firmly on fender and mark two top holes with a grease pencil.
Clip locations.
Place a supplied Clip over each mark made in Step 9 (two places). Make sure
hole in clip does not go past edge of fender lip.
Hold front flare firmly on vehicle and start four factory fasteners in through
holes in flare and into factory holes
as shown.
Using a Philips Screwdriver, start two supplied #10 Truss Head Screws through
top two holes in flare and into Clips installed in Step 10.
Apply pressure to flare towards vehicle body at each fastening point and
tighten all fasteners.
REAR FLARE INSTALLATION
Using a 10mm socket, remove three factory fasteners from mud guard. Retain all
screws for future use.
NOTE: Some screws will not be used.
Using a 10mm socket, remove one factory fastener from underside of mud guard.
Remove all four bolts from factory wheel well molding.
Hold flare firmly on fender and start factory screws through six holes in
flare and into holes in fender. One screw removed from the mud guard will be
used in the lower forward bolt hole.
Apply pressure to flare towards vehicle body at each fastening point and
tighten all fasteners.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause Cancer and Reproductive Harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
