ADDICTIVE DESERT DESIGNS 2017 Current Ford Raptor Honey Badger Front Bumper Installation Guide

: June 13, 2024
: ADDICTIVE DESERT DESIGNS

Table of Contents

Preparation
Included in Kit
Removal:
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

2017-Current Ford Raptor ADD Honeybadger™
Front Bumper Installation Instructions

Preparation

Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Park the vehicle on level ground and set the emergency brake.
We recommend reading through the installation instructions in whole before performing the work.
When button head bolts are being used, install the supplied washer on the nut side. Then, hold the bolt stationary and only turn the nut to tighten.
Do not turn the bolt to tighten hardware assembly, unless otherwise noted.
Estimated Installation Time:
2 Hours for OEM Removal/Bumper Installation
1 Additional Hour to Wire center Lights
1 Additional Hour to Wire side Lights

This installation requires 2 people for best results
**Labor Rates are based on a vehicle with no pre-existing damage. Wiring labor is based on a standard wiring procedure

You will need the following tools

– Ratchet
– 5/16″ Allen Wrench/Socket
– 11mm Socket
– 21mm Socket
– Long Ratchet Extension| – Ratchet
– 5/16″ Allen Wrench/Socket
– 11mm Socket
– 21mm Socket
– Long Ratchet Extension| – 9/16″ Socket & Wrench
– 8mm Socket
– 15mm Socket
– 18mm Socket
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Included in Kit

6 – Hex Head Bolts (3/8”-16 x 1 1/2″)
4 – Extra Long Extruded U-nut (3/8”-16)
4 – Fender Washers (3/8”)
2 – Black Oxide Nylon Lock Nut (1/2″-13)
2 – Black Button Head Bolts (1/2”-13 x 1 1/2″)| 2 – Regular Length Extruded U-Nuts (3/8”-16)
4 – SAE Flat Washers (3/8)
2 – Stainless Carriage Bolt (3/8”-16 x 1″)
2 – Nylon Lock Nut (3/8”-16)
2 – Black Oxide SAE Flat Washers (1/2″)
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Removal:

Remove the (x6) skid plate bolts which are 13mm, then remove skid plate from truck. “Fig A”
Remove the metal spacer that the bottom two skid plate bolts go through. “Fig B”
Use an 8mm Socket to remove the bolt that holds on the bumper side support bar. Repeat this step on the other side of the vehicle. “Fig C”
This is also a good time to disconnect the main wiring harness from the bumper which will be located by the side support that was just removed. To disconnect harness pull leaver back 180 degrees then pull out. “Fig D”
Use a 21mm Socket to remove the nuts that hold on the front bumper. There are three per side. Two of the nuts (per side) face the front. One of the nuts (per side) faces the rear of the vehicle and is accessible from underneath the truck.
After that the bumper can be removed. “Fig E”
Remove each of the skid plate mounting brackets by removing the bolt (13mm) that holds them on. There is one bolt per bracket. “Fig F”
Remove the plastic intercooler scoop, it is held in place by clips which you can easily pull up than your able to take it out. “Fig G”
Remove the factory nut clips from the bottom two skid plate mounting holes on the vehicle’s frame. “Fig H”
Using a 15mm Socket, remove the two bolts (per hook) that hold the tow hooks in place. Then remove each tow hook. Save these bolts for reuse. “Fig I”
Remove stock wiring harness from the OEM bumper. There are brackets that will need to be disassembled to get to the harness shown in the next few steps. “Fig J”
There are 2 brackets on each side of the bumper that need to be disassembled to get to the Adaptive cruise control and harness. There are 5, 10mm bolts to remove the bracket. When unbolting the bracket that contains the Cruise Control Device, make sure to disconnect it. “Fig K”
There are 4 bolts that hold the plastic covers where the rigid lights are located as well as the outer sensors. After the cover has been pulled off unplug the rigid lights and sensors. “Fig L”
There are 4 sensor locations, the inner ones shown in step 10 are easily accessible for removal. The outer sensors are harder to access as they are tucked into the bump by the rigid lights. After pulling the cover off in step 12 they will be easier to access. “Fig M”
If your sensor rings do not click into place, you may have to trim the mounting tabs to accommodate for the thicker material of your new bumper. “Fig N”
After the Sensor bezel tab has been modified you can insert them into the ADD bomber bumper. (Remember to insert the sensors and bezels in the same position/orientation as they were on the OEM bumper). “Fig O”
Now is a good time to install any additional lights into the bumper. There are 4 provided carriage bolts in the hardware kit. 2 for both side 10″ single row light bars, 2 for the top mounted light bar. Refer to page 10 & 11 for side and top mount light installation.
Take the wiring harness from the OEM bumper and install it on the ADD bumper along with the sensors and sensor bezels (Note, the 2 outer sensors plugs should be facing out towards to ends of the bumper. Than the 2 inner sensors should face inwards). Follow the wiring routing shown below which will clear the frame horns. “Fig P”
After sensors have been installed put the extra long U-Nuts in place there is one on each side. “Fig Q” Side mount lights: Top mounted light bar:
Install the light mount provided in the kit on the light bar as shown below. (Fig R) Note there is a slot on the top mounting hole which allows you to adjust the light bar angle to point up or down.
Install the supplied Regular Length 3/8″ U-Nuts (x2) into the holes you removed the factory U-Nuts. “Fig S”
Set the bumper in place on the vehicle. Install the supplied 3/8″ Bolts (x4) and 3/8″ Fender Washers (x4) from the back side of the vehicle’s frame horns “Fig T”
Install the supplied 1/2″ Bolts (x2), 1/2″ Washers (x2), and 1/2″ Lock Nuts (x2) into remaining mounting holes on the vehicle’s frame horns. (Leave these bolts loose for now). “Fig U”
Install the supplied 3/8″ Bolts (x2) and 3/8″ SAE Washers (x2) into the bumper’s skid plate mounting holes as shown in below. (Make sure the factory skid plate clip is flipped to the outside, then goes over the ADD Bumper) “Fig V”
Align your bumper so it is centered left to right and sits straight in relation to the vehicle’s grille/valance. Then, tighten the 1/2″ mounting bolts to 70 foot pounds and the 3/8″ mounting bolts to 25 foot pounds.
Stand back and enjoy your new ADD Honeybadger™ Front Bumper.
Check and re-tighten, if needed, all mounting bolts after 100 miles and periodically thereafter.

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