RUGGED RIDGE 11509.20 TJ Tube Doors Installation Guide

RUGGED RIDGE 11509.20 TJ Tube Doors

Product Information

The TJ Tube Doors are a set of two tube doors designed for use on the vehicle model TJ. The package includes the following contents:

• Tube Door (latches installed) – 2 pieces
• Mirror Mounting Bolt – 6 pieces
• Adjustable Nylon Strap – 2 pieces
• Anti-Rattle Bumper – 2 pieces
• Self-Tapping Screw – 2 pieces

These tube doors are compatible with the vehicle model TJ and provide an open- air driving experience while maintaining safety and security. They can be easily installed and allow for the attachment of side mirrors.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Remove the (3) Torx head bolts that secure the side mirror to the vehicle. Take care not to let the mirror drop.
2. Locate the driver-side door strap that limits the door opening, and remove it from the hook inside the vehicle to allow for the door removal. Be cautious as the door can swing open and potentially cause damage.
3. Remove the nuts from the bottom of each factory hinge pin. Lift the factory doors upward until the hinge pins clear the hinges. Store the original doors in a safe place.
4. To install the Tube Doors, lightly lubricate the tube door hinge pins. Position the hinge pins above the hinges and slowly lower them into the door hinges. If they don’t fully seat, rotate the door back and forth until they do. Install the original nuts removed earlier.
5. Attach the loop of the Adjustable Nylon Strap to the hook on the Tube Door and the hook inside the vehicle. Use different loops to adjust the amount of door opening.
6. To install the factory mirror on the Tube Doors, align the mirror mounting holes in the Tube Door with the holes in the mirror. Secure the mirrors to the Tube Doors using the supplied mounting hardware. Adjust the mirrors for optimal viewing angles\ before operating the vehicle.
7. Optional: Install the Anti-Rattle Bumpers. Close the door with the Tube Door installed and hold the Anti-Rattle Bumper between the door and the vehicle door jamb. Adjust its location for a snug fit and mark its position on the Tube Door. Open the door and mark the center of the bumper with a center punch. Drill a 3/32 hole in the Tube Door and attach the bumper using the supplied sheet metal screw. Do not overtighten; adjust as necessary.

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Contents

• Tube Door (latches installed) (2)
• Mirror Mounting Bolt (6)
• Adjustable Nylon Strap ( 2)
• Anti-Rattle Bumper ( 2)
• Self Tapping Screw ( 2)

WARNING: This product is intended to provide added “off-road” convenience and utility to your vehicle. This product is not intended to provide occupant containment or protection in the event of an accident or rollover. Further, “on-road” use may involve an increased risk of serious injury in the event of side-impact accidents. To reduce the risk of these types of injuries: Always wear a seat belt and shoulder harness for all vehicle occupants. Keep arms and body inside the vehicle. Drive safely, and read and understand all manufacturer’s warnings and product instructions before installation.

1. Remove the (3) torx head bolts that secure the side mirror to the vehicle. Be sure not to let the mirror drop after removing these bolts. Set mirrors aside to be re-installed on the Tube Doors.
2. Locate the driver-side door strap that limits the door opening. Remove the strap from the hook located inside the vehicle. NOTICE! The door can swing open into the vehicle once the strap is released potentially causing damage to your vehicle.
3. Remove the nuts from the bottom of each factory hinge pin. Set these nuts aside to be re-installed on the Tube Doors. To remove the factory doors, carefully lift the door upward until the hinge pins completely clear the hinges. Store OE doors in a safe place.
4. To install Tube Doors, lightly lubricate the tube door hinge pins. Position the hinge pins directly above the hinges. Slowly lower the hinge pins into the door hinges. If the hinge pins do not fully seat, slowly rotate the door back and forth until the hinge pins fully engage. Install the OE nuts removed in the previous step. CAUTION! To avoid the risk of injury latch mechanism must be properly adjusted before use. Inspect and adjust as necessary should wear alter the alignment of the latch and striker. Do not use the door/latch if damaged. 5. To ensure the rotary latch is aligned properly with the factory door striker, loosen the (4) bolts securing the rotary latch to the Tube Door to allow for adjustment. With the rotary latch in the open position, line up the notch in the latching mechanism with the factory door striker and close the door. It may be necessary to loosen the factory door striker for proper alignment. If so, be sure to replace the door striker to its original position before re-installing factory doors. When proper alignment is achieved, tighten the door latch bolts. Open and close the door repeatedly to make sure the door is secure and functioning properly. Repeat for the passenger door.
5. Attach the loop of the Adjustable Nylon Strap to the hook on the Tube Door and the hook inside the vehicle. By using different loops to attach to the vehicle hook, the amount of door opening can be adjusted.
6. To install the factory mirror on the Tube Doors, locate the (3) mirror mounting holes in the Tube Door. Position the mirror such that the holes in the mirror align with the mounting holes in the tube door. Secure the mirrors to the Tube Doors using the supplied mounting hardware. Be sure to adjust mirrors for optimal viewing angles before operating the vehicle. CAUTION! Side view mirrors are required equipment for on-road vehicles.

OPTIONAL RUBBER BUMPER INSTALLATION

After installing Tube Doors, optional Anti-Rattle Bumpers can be installed.

1. With tube doors installed, hold an Anti-Rattle Bumper between the door and the vehicle door jamb. Close the door and adjust the location of the bumper to achieve a snug fit. Mark the location of the Anti-Rattle Bumper on the Tube Door using tape. Open the door and mark the center of the bumper with a center punch to prepare for drilling.
2. Drill a 3/32” hole in the Tube Door and attach the bumper with the supplied sheet metal screw. Do not over-tighten. The attachment screw can be loosened or tightened as necessary to adjust the length of the Anti-Rattle Bumper.

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References

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