iArmor IA-W071 APS Drop Steps Running Boards Instruction Manual

iArmor IA-W071 APS Drop Steps Running Boards

BEFORE INSTALLATION

REMOVE CONTENTS FROM THE BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING OUR PRODUCT!

• ROCKER PANEL MOUNT
• DRILLING NOT REQUIRED/TRIMMING MAY BE REQUIRED

Torque Value

Hardware Package (For Brackets & Step Bars Installation)

Item| QTY| Description| Item| QTY| Description
1#| 12| M8X1.25-25 Hex Bolts| 5#| 12| M10X1.5-25 Hex Bolts
2#| 12| M8 Flat Washers| 6#| 24| M10 Flat Washers
3#| 12| M8 Lock Washers| 7#| 12| M10X1.5 Nylon Lock Nuts
4#| 12| M8 Clip Nuts|  |  |

The instruction here is for your reference only. We strongly recommend the professional installer for best result. We are not responsible for any damage caused by the installation.

STEP 1

Start the installation under the Driver/Left side of the vehicle. Locate the 5 tabs along the bottom edge of the body, (pinch weld). Mounting will use the 1st, 2nd and 5th tab locations (Fig 1). Directly above each tab is a top mounting location on the side of the body panel. Hold a Bracket up in place to help determine the mounting holes to use along the body.

STEP 2

Determine the correct procedure for your model year and each bracket location. A. Bottom mounting location on the edge of the pinch weld.

• Flat tab on pinch weld with factory-installed weld nut: Thread M8 Hex Bolt into weld nut from the backside-down to clear paint from threads, (Fig 2).
• Flat tab on pinch weld with hole:

Select (1) M8 Clip Nut. Slide the M8 Clip Nut over the tab with the nut facing up behind the tab, (Fig 3). Line up threaded nut with hole in tab.

Top mounting location on the back side of the body panel.

• Models with factory-installed threaded insert in body panel: Thread M8 Hex Bolt into the threaded insert to clear paint as required, (Figs 2&4).
• Large and small holes in the side of the body panel: Remove the rubber plug from the larger hole. Select (1) M8 Clip Nut. Slide the M8 Clip Nut into the larger hole. Line up the threaded nut with the smaller hole, (Figs 3&5).

STEP 3
Start from the driver front mounting location. Attach the Driver Front Mounting Bracket (DFM) to the Clip Nuts and/or the fac-tory threaded holes with (2) M8X1.25-25 Hex Bolts, (2) M8 Lock Washers and (2) M8 Flat Washers, (Fig 6). Do not fully tighten the hardware.

STEP 4
Repeat Steps 1-3 to attach the (2) remaining driver side Mounting Brackets to the 2nd and rear mounting locations, (Figs 4 & 5).

STEP 5
Once all (3) Brackets have been installed, attach the Driver Side Step Bar to the Mounting Brackets using (6) M10X1.5-25 Hex Bolts, (12) M10 Flat Washers and (6) M10X1.5 Nylon Lock Nuts, (Fig 7). Do not fully tighten hardware at this time. Level and adjust the Step Bar and fully tighten all hardware.

STEP 6
Move to the passenger side of the vehicle. On the passenger side, determine if the vehicle is equipped with a plastic diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank, (Fig 8 & 9).

1. Models without DEF tank skip to Step 7.
2. Models with DEF tank:

The tank sits close to the side of the body. With specialized tools, the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket can be installed but room is very limited. Determine the model year of the vehicle before proceeding.

Up to 2016 models:
It may be easier to drop the tank down to access the inner side of the body panel for the Passenger Side Front Mounting Bracket installation. The tank will not need to be removed, only dropped down for access to the mounting location. IMPORTANT: If tank is full, it will be very heavy and assistance is highly recom-mended to avoid injury or damage to the vehicle or the tank. It is recommended that installation is performed when the DEF tank is low on fluid before dropping the tank.

• On models with a plastic lower tray under the tank, remove the (3) hex bolts attaching the tray to the frame, (Fig 8), and remove the tray.
• Release the tank filler hose. Release the plug for the sending unit on the top of the tank.
• Support the tank with a floor jack. Place a smooth flat surface, (wooden block for example), between the floor jack and the tank to avoid damaging the plastic tank. Do not push up on the tank; only support the weight of the tank with the jack.
• Remove the (2) bolts securing the tank straps to the vehicle, (Fig 9). Tilt the straps to release from the brackets. Slowly lower the tank until the top of the tank is almost visible. Use blocks or stands to support the tank while installing the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket.
• Proceed to Step 7.

B) 2017-Up models:

• Remove the (4) hex bolts attaching the plastic cover to DEF tank, (Fig 10) and remove the plastic cover, (Fig 11). NOTE: On 2017 2500/3500 models, only remove plastic cover from DEF tank. Do not lower DEF tank and proceed to Step 7.

STEP 7

Locate the first tab on the edge of the pinch weld, attach the Passenger Front Mounting Bracket (PFM) to the pinch weld and top body panel (Fig 12 & 13):

• Models with flat tab and hole: see Fig 12. Leave loose at this time.
• Models with weld-nut: see Fig 13. Leave loose at this time.

STEP 8
Repeat Steps 2-5 for the (2) remaining passenger side Bracket installations. 2017-Up 2500/3500 DEF tank models: Locate the 2nd tab bracket location along the bottom edge of the body, (pinch weld), (Fig 14). Hold the DEF cover in place and mark the lo-cation onto the cover, (Fig 15). Use a sharp knife or hacksaw blade to carefully cut a slot in the plastic cover to clear the 2nd Bracket, (Fig 16). Remove as little plastic as possible .

STEP 9

• Repeat Step 5 to install the Passenger Side Step Bar.

STEP 10
Once the Step Bar has been installed and all hardware fully tightened, reinstall the DEF tank and cover, if equipped, as described in Step 6. Installation completed.

Attention
Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight. To protect your bars/boards, please use mild soap/non- abrasive products for cleaning only.

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