Tec Vanlife 202309 Sprinter Rear Door Tire Ladder Carrier System Installation Guide

Tec Vanlife 202309 Sprinter Rear Door Tire Ladder Carrier System

Installation Guide

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Tec Vanlife Sprinter Rear Door Tire Ladder Carrier System
• Tools Required: Metric wrench, ratchet and deep sockets, Drill, Rust Proof Solutions
• Recommended: Lock tight

Package Contents

• Mounting brackets (2)
• Door mounting tab
• Hardware for installation
• Rubber washer

Note: Please read these instructions thoroughly before beginning the installation.

Tools Required

• Metric wrench, ratchet and deep sockets
• Drill
• Rust Proof Solutions
• Lock tight is recommended

Package Contents

Installation Steps

1. Step 1: Install Mounting Brackets
2. Install the two mounting brackets onto the driver’s side upper and lower rear door hinges.
3. Follow the order as shown in the figure below.
4. The smaller bracket is intended for the upper door hinge, while the larger bracket is meant for the lower door hinge.
5. Do not tighten the bolts and nuts at this point.
6. Picture 1: Here’s the inside view of the upper hinge with the bracket installed.
7. Picture 2: Here’s the inside view of the lower hinge with the bracket installed.
8. Picture 3: Here’s the outside view of the upper hinge with the bracket installed.
9. Picture 4: Here’s the outside view of the lower hinge with the bracket installed.
10. Step 2: Next, install the door mounting tab onto the tire ladder rack, following the illustration below for reference.

    •   * **Picture 5:** This image illustrates how the mounting tab should be attached to the tire ladder rack.![Tec-Vanlife-202309-Sprinter-Rear-Door-Tire-Ladder-Carrier-System-Installation-Guide-fig-8](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tec-Vanlife-202309-Sprinter-Rear-Door-Tire-Ladder-Carrier-System-Installation-Guide-fig-8.png)

11. Step 3: Attach Tire Ladder Rack
    • Attach the tire ladder rack to the mounting brackets using the included hardware.
    • Do not tighten the bolts and nuts at this stage.
12. Step 4: Align and Tighten Hardware
    • With the assistance of another person, ensure that the tire ladder rack is properly aligned with the van.
    • Proceed to tighten all the hardware.
13. Step 5: Mark and Drill
    • Mark the hole location through the mounting tab.
    • Drill through the rear door.
    • Note: remember to rust-proof the holes drilled.
14. Step 6: Bolt Mounting Tab
    • Bolt the mounting tab to the rear door using the rubber washer provided.

Your installation is now complete.

Important Notes:

• Before final tightening, double-check to ensure that the tire ladder carrier is correctly aligned.
• Regularly inspect the tire ladder to ensure it remains securely fitted.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: Can I install this system on any type of van?
A: This system is specifically designed for Tec Vanlife Sprinter vans.

Q: What is the purpose of the mounting brackets?
A: The mounting brackets provide a secure attachment point for the tire ladder rack.

Q: Is any additional rustproofing required?
A: It is recommended to rust-proof the holes drilled during installation to prevent corrosion.

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