FRONT RUNNER LATL006 Toyota Land Cruiser 78 Troopy Ladder Instruction Manual

FRONT RUNNER LATL006 Toyota Land Cruiser 78 Troopy Ladder

Specifications

• Product Name: Front Runner Toyota Land Cruiser 78 Troopy Ladder
• Model Number: LATL006
• Manufacturer: Front Runner

Product Usage Instructions

Getting Organized

Ensure you have all the components listed in the manual before
starting the installation:

• Ladder Top Assembly
• Ladder Sides
• Bottom Mount Support Bracket
• Bottom Mount Bracket
• Ladder Steps
• Various screws, nuts, washers, and tools

Fit and Secure

1. Assembling Ladder Components:
2. Follow the instructions to assemble the ladder sides, ladder steps, and bottom mount using the provided screws and nuts.
3. Assembling Bottom Mount:
4. Secure the bottom mount to the side support bracket without fully tightening at this stage.
5. Assembling Top Mount Bracket:
6. Attach the top mount bracket to the ladder sides using the provided bolts and nuts. Fully tighten all bolts.
7. Removing Rear Door Latch:
8. Follow the steps to loosen and remove the rear door latch for installation.
9. Removing Number Plate Light:
10. Peel back the plastic cover to access the wiring and fasteners of the number plate light for removal.

Overview

Don’t be a hero and muscle through this installation without reading these fitting instructions first! Improper installation of this gear may void certain aspects of your warranty.
Before you begin, take a moment and open all your Front Runner rack kit boxes and gather the assembly instructions for the various components.
A complete kit will contain:

1. A Front Runner Mounting System specific to your vehicle
2. A Front Runner Rack Tray or Load Bar Slats

This document will guide you through the assembly of the mounting system and assist you in fitting the roof rack tray or load bars to your specific vehicle.
Please refer to the next page for a list of all the components, quantities and tools required.

IMPORTANT WARNING

IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSEMBLING AND SECURING ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS TO YOUR VEHICLE, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR FRONT RUNNER PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

NOTE: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by the failure to install the product according to these instructions. Please call us if you have any questions about the installation of this product.

GET ORGANIZED

IN THE BOX

1. 1 X Ladder top Assembly
2. 2 X Ladder Sides
3. 2 X Bottom mount Support Bracket
4. 2 X Bottom Mount Bracket
5. 3 X Ladder Steps 4mm
6. 6 X M6 x 16 Flange Button Head
7. 11 X M6 Nyloc Nut
8. 2 X M6 x 12 Button Head Screw
9. 6 X M6 x 25 Thread Forming Screw
10. 3 X M6 x 19 x 1 Flat Washer
11. 11 X M6 Nut Caps

TOOLS NEEDED

FIT AND SECURE

1. Assemble the left and right ladder sides
   (Item 2) together with the ladder steps (item 5) using the M6 x 25 Thread forming Screw (item 9) as shown.
   Assemble the bottom stem (Item 5) together with the bottom mount of the ladder (Item 3) using a M 6 x 25 Thread Forming Screw (Item 9) and M6 x 16 Flange Button Head and M6 Nyloc Nut (Item 7) as shown.
   Use a little oil on screw threads before inserting. Note these are thread forming Screws.
   Tightening Torque 8-10Nm
   5.9 ft lb – 7.38 ft lb. Take care when using a cordless driver

2. Assemble the Bottom Mount (Item 4) to the side support Bracket (Item 3) Using the M6 x 12 Button head Bolt and Nyloc Nut (Item 7 & 8)
   Do not Fullt tighten at this point.

3. Assemble the top Mount Bracet (Item 1)
   to t he Ladder sides (Item 2) using M6 x 16 Button Head Flange Bolts , M6 Nyloc Nut and M6 Nut Cap (Iten 6 , 7 & 11) shown.
   Fully tighten all the bolts.
   Place the M6 Nut Caps on the M6 Nylock Nuts.

4. Open the vehicle left hand rear door. Loosen and remove the screw securing the latch to the inside of the rear door using a Phillips Screw Driver.

5. Push the latch forward to release and then to the right to unhook the latch from the door panel.

6. With the latch free , carefully unclip the door pa nel and remove by feeding the latch back through the panel cut-out.

7. To Remove the number Plate light peel back the plastic cover to expose the wiring and door fasteners.
   Disconnect the electrical connector.
   Loosen the three nuts and grommet, and remove the light unit from the vehicle.

8. Pull the rubber door seal at the top of the inside door away from the door. Hook the top of the ladder over the top of the door. The middle lip must go between the vehicle door and the rubber door seal and the two side tabs on the outside of the door.Line up the Ladder with the shunt line of the door.
   Refit the rubber door seal at the top of the inside door.

9. Line up the holes in the Bottom Support
   (Item 7) with the holes in the door. Refit the light unit pushing the threaded studs through the holes in the Support Bracket, through the door. Loosely secure the light unit using three M6 Large Flat Washers
   (Item 4) and the OEM nuts previously removed.
   Refit the grommet, making sure it seats properly.
   Fully tighten the nuts assembled in 2.2 and the 3 M6 Nyloc Nuts on the inside of the door.
   Do not over tighten.
   Reconnect the electrical fitting previously disconnected in 2.7.
   Refit the plastic sheet, door panel and latch.

COMPLETION

Congratulations! You did it. Take a step back and admire your work

INSTALL OTHER VEHICLE AND RACK ACCESSORIES

Now’s the time to visit your favorite Front Runner dealer in person or online.

IMPORTANT

FRONT RUNNER RACK KITS OFTEN HAVE A HIGHER LOAD RATING THAN THE VEHICLES THEY ARE MOUNTED TO. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MANUFACTURER FOR A RECOMMENDED ROOF RATING. FRONT RUNNER CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER LOADING BEYOND THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER’S STATED LOAD CAPACITY.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I install the ladder without professional help?

A: Yes, you can install the ladder by following the detailed instructions provided in the manual. However, if you are unsure, it’s recommended to seek professional assistance.

Q: What should I do if I encounter missing components in the kit?

A: Contact Front Runner customer support immediately to address any missing components in your kit before proceeding with the installation.

References

• FRONTRUNNEROUTFITTERS.COM

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