iBoard IB-179 Black 5 inches 304 Stainless Steel Running Boards Nerf Bars Side Steps Rails Instruction Manual

iBoard IB-179 Black 5 inches 304 Stainless Steel Running Boards Nerf Bars

Side Steps Rails

Product Information

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Step Bar
• Model Number: IB-179/208/209C&H
• Mounting Type: Rocker Panel Mount
• Fastener Size & Tightening Torque:
  • 6mm: 6-7 ft-lbs
  • 8mm: 16-18 ft-lbs
  • 10mm: 31-32 ft-lbs
  • 12mm: 56-58 ft-lbs
  • 14mm: 92-94 ft-lbs

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Preparation

1. Start at the passenger side front of the vehicle.
2. Remove the sealing tape covering factory holes on the inner panel.
3. Rotate the Bolt/Nut Plate to align with the Mounting Bracket and body panel.
4. Attach the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket with the provided hardware but do not fully tighten in.

Step 2: Installation
Determine the procedure for attaching the Driver Front Mounting Bracket based on your model/year:

For Models without Factory Threaded Inserts:

1. Thread the M8 Bolt into the Bolt/Nut Plate and insert it into the oval hole in the body panel.
2. Secure the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket with the provided hardware.

For Models with Threaded Inserts:

1. [Provide specific instructions for models with threaded inserts]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Is drilling required for installation?
  A: Yes, drilling may be required for the proper installation of the Step Bar.

• Q: Where can I get assistance with installation?
  A: It is recommended to seek assistance or contact Customer Support at info@iboardauto.com for help.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE START ING INSTALLATION. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM THE BOX AND VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED.

• ROCKER PANEL MOUNT
• DRILLING MAY BE REQUIRED

SPECIFICATION

PART LIST

Mounting Bracket List

Mounting Bracket List

Item| QTY| Description| Item| QTY| Description
1#| 3| Driver Side Mounting Brackets| 3#| 3| Driver Side Support Brackets
2#| 3| Passenger Side Mounting Brackets| 4#| 3| Passenger Side Support Brackets

Hardware Package

Hardware Package A (For Bracket Installation)

Hardware Package B (For Stainless Steel Step Bar Installation)

Item| QTY| Description| Item| QTY| Description
1#| 12| M8X1.25-35mm Carriage Bolts| 3#| 12| M8 Nylon Lock Nuts
2#| 12| M8 Large Flat Washers| 4#| 6| Sliders (Packed with Step Bars)

Installation Instruction

STEP 1
Starting at the passenger side front of the vehicle, remove the sealing tape covering the factory holes on the side of the inner panel, (Fig 1).

(Fig 1) Passenger Side Front Mounting Location (Example)

STEP 2
Determine the correct procedure to attach (1) Driver Front Mounting Bracket for your model/year:

Models without factory threaded inserts in body panel:

• Partially thread (1) M8X1.25-30 Hex Bolt into the threaded end on (1) M8 Bolt/Nut Plate (Fig 2). Thread the hex bolt in until it is flush with the welded nut, (Fig 3). Use the hex bolt as a handle and insert the Bolt/Nut Plate into the oval hole, (Fig 4). Feed the threaded bolt on the plate through one of the hex holes. Thread (1) M8 Plastic Washer onto the threaded end and down tight against the body panel,(Fig 5).
  NOTE: The Plastic washer is designed to keep the Bolt/Nut Plate from falling into the body panel and to aid in bracket installation.

• Attach (1) Passenger Front Mounting Bracket to the threaded end of the installed M8 Bolt/Nut Plate with (1) M8 Large Flat Washer, (1) M8 Lock Washer, and (1) M8X1.25 Hex Nut, (Fig 6a).

  • Remove the M8X1.25-30 Hex Bolt from the welded nut on the Bolt/Nut Plate. Rotate the Bolt/Nut Plate until the threaded nut lines up with the remaining hole in the Mounting Bracket and body panel. Do not fully tighten the hardware at this time.

• Attach the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket to the thread-ed nut on the M8 Bolt Plate with (1) M8X1.25-30 Hex Bolt, (1) M8 Lock Washer, and (1) M8 Large Flat Washer, (Fig 6b). Do not fully tighten the hardware at this time.

(Fig 2) M8 Bolt/Nut Plate (NOTE: M8 Bolt/Nut Plate is not required on models with threaded inserts)

(Fig 3) Thread (1) M8X1.25-30 Hex Bolt into the welded nut on the plate.

(Fig 4) Use the Hex Bolt as a handle. Insert the Bolt/Nut Plate into the oval hole and feed the threaded end out of either factory hex-shaped hole.

IMPORTANT:
Do not remove the Hex Bolt until the Plastic Washer is threaded onto the welded bolt (Fig 5).

(Fig 5) Thread Plastic Washer onto Bolt Plate to hold Bolt Plate in position

(Fig 6a) Passenger Front Mounting Bracket Installation (For Models without factory threaded inserts)

(Fig 6b) Attach the Bracket to the Threaded End of the Bolt/Nut Plate

Models with factory threaded inserts:
Attach the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket to the threaded inserts with (2) M8X1.25-30 Hex Bolts, (2) M8 Lock Washers, and (2) M8 Large Flat Washers, (Fig 7 & 8). Leave hardware loose.

(Fig 7) Passenger Side Front Mounting Location (Mid 2015-On, An Example Of Models With Factory Installed Threaded Inserts)

(Fig 8) Passenger Front Mounting Bracket Installation (For Models with factory threaded inserts)

STEP 3
Next, select (1) Passenger Side Support Bracket (PFS/PCS/PRS). Assemble the Support Bracket to the passenger front Mounting Bracket with (1) M8X1.25-30mm Hex Bolt, (2) M8 Large Flat Washers, and (1) M8X1.25 Nylon Lock Nut, (Fig 9). Rotate the Support Bracket to the back of the pinch weld. Line up the slots in the top of the Support Bracket with the (2) factory holes in the pinch weld. Attach the Bracket to the back of the pinch weld with (2) M6X1-25mm Hex Bolts, (4) M6 Large Flat Washers, and (2) M6X1 Nylon Lock Nuts, (Fig 10). Do not fully tighten the hardware at this time.

IMPORTANT:
Some models are not equipped with factory holes and will require drilling through the pinch weld to attach the Support Bracket. Do not drill through pinch weld at this time.

(Fig 9) Attach the Passenger Support Bracket to the Passenger side Mounting Bracket

(Fig 10) Attach Support Bracket to the Back of Pinch Weld (Some Models May Require Drill Holes on Pinch Weld)

STEP 4
Move along the side of the body panel to the center and rear mounting location, (Figs 11 & 12). Repeat Steps 2-3 to install the passenger side center & rear Brackets.

• IMPORTANT: All (3) Passenger side Mounting Brackets are universal.
• IMPORTANT: Some models without holes in the pinch weld will require drilling 1/4” holes through the pinch weld to attach the driver-side front support bracket. Do a complete installation of the Driver Side Bar first, level board before drilling holes for the support bracket.

(Fig 11) Passenger Side Center Mounting Location

(Fig 12) Passenger Side Rear Mounting Location

STEP 5
Once all (3) Passenger side mounting brackets are assembled, then proceed to the Step Bar installation. (Figs 13 & 14)

1. Select (1) Slider and (2) M8X1.25-35mm Carriage Bolts;
2. Install (2) M8X1.25-35mm Carriage Bolts in (1) Slider.
3. Slide the Slider (with carriage bolts) to the Step Bar.
4. Repeat to install the other (2) sliders to the step bar.
5. Attach the Step Bar (with the Sliders) to the installed mounting brackets. Position the Sliders to the installed brack-ets. Secure the Step Bar to the installed Brackets by using (6) M8 Large Flat Washers (6) M8 Nylon Lock Nuts and (3) Sliders, (Fig 14). Do not fully tighten the hardware at this time.

Note:
The Sliders are packed with the Mounting Brackets. Level and adjust the Step Bar and fully tighten all hardware. Repeat Steps 1-5 for the other side Step Bar installation. The installation is completed!

(Fig 13) Slider Installation

(Fig 14) Step Bar Installation

Customer Support

• Customer Support: info@iboardauto.com.

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