MaxMate SS2F35328MX Oval Nerf Bar Side Steps Installation Guide

June 1, 2024
MaxMate

MaxMate SS2F35328MX Oval Nerf Bar Side Steps

Product Information

Specifications

  • Model: SS2F35328MX
  • Material: Steel
  • Color: Black
  • Torque Values:

Product Usage Instructions

Before Installation

  1. Read instructions carefully before starting installation.
  2. Remove contents from box and verify all parts are present.
  3. If missing parts or any damage is found, take a photo for filing a claim.
  4. Email support@maxmatedepot.com to file your claim.

Installation Steps

Step 1: Verify Parts

  • Remove contents from the box and ensure all parts are present.
  • Read instructions carefully before proceeding. It is recommended to have assistance during installation.

Step 2: Prepare Driver/Left Side

  • Remove the large plastic cover on the bottom of the floor panel on the driver/left side.
  • Identify and remove the necessary plastic clips for installation.

FAQ

  • Q: What should I do if I encounter missing parts during installation?
  • A: If any parts are missing or damaged, please take a photo for filing a claim. Contact support@maxmatedepot.com for assistance.
  • Q: Are there specific torque values I should follow for tightening the fasteners?
  • A: Yes, refer to the provided torque values table in the user manual to ensure proper fastener tightening.

BEFORE INSTALLATION

  • BEFORE INSTALLATION READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
  • REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX AND VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT.
  • FAILURE TO IDENTIFY DAMAGE BEFORE INSTALLATION COULD LEAD TO A REJECTION OF ANY CLAIM.
  • IF MISSING PARTS OR ANY DAMAGE ARE FOUND, PLEASE TAKE A PHOTO FOR THE PURPOSE OF FILING A CLAIM.
  • TO FILE YOUR CLAIM, PLEASE EMAIL SUPPORT@MAXMATEDEPOT.COM.

TORQUE VALUES

Fastener Size| Class 8.8 Torque (ft-lbs)| Class 10.9 Torque (ft- lbs)
---|---|---
6mm| 6-7| 6-7
8mm| 15-16| 22-23
10mm| 31-32| 44-45
12mm| 54-55| 78-79
14mm| 87-88| 125-126

Parts List

**x1** Driver/Left Sidebar x2 10mm x 40mm Long Bolt Plate
x1 Passenger/Right Sidebar x2 10mm x 40mm Short Bolt Plates
x1 Driver/Left Front Mounting Bracket x8 10mm Spiral Bolts
x1 Passenger/Right Front Mounting Bracket x2 10mm x 60mm Hex

Bolts
x1| Driver/Left Center Mounting Bracket| x14| 10mm x 27mm OD X 3mm Flat Washers
x1| Passenger/Right Center Mounting Bracket| x14| 10mm Lock Washers
x1| Driver/Left Rear Mounting Bracket| x14| 10mm Hex Nuts
x1| Passenger/Right Rear Mounting Bracket| x4| 10mm Plastic Retainers
x1| Driver/Left Center Support Bracket| x12| 8mm x 25mm Combo Bolts
x1| Passenger/Right Center Support Bracket| x8| 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
x2| Driver/Left Front/Rear Support Brackets| x16| 8mm x 24mm OD x 2mm Flat Washers
x2| Passenger/Right Front/Rear Support Brackets| x8| 8mm Lock Washers
x2| Compression Plates| x8| 8mm Hex Nuts

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Installation Instructions

STEP 1

  • REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED.

STEP 2

  • Starting at the driver/left side, remove the large plastic cover on the bottom of the floor panel (Fig 1). Determine which plastic clips need to be removed. Carefully remove only the plastic clips for installation (Figs 2 & 3).

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FIG-4

STEP 3

  • Locate the front mounting location (Fig 4). Select (1) 10mm Spiral Bolt. Insert the Spiral Bolt into the side panel (Figs 5A-5C & 6).
  • Select (1) 10mm Short Bolt Plate. Insert the Bolt Plate into the floor panel (Fig 7). Thread (1) 10mm Plastic Retainer onto the Bolt Plate to hold it in place.

Driver/Left Side Installation Pictured

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  • With the Spiral Bolt threads pointing away from the vehicle, insert the tail all the way up into the slot. Keep threads pointed outwards (Fig 5A).
  • Slide in the bend in the tail up into the slot, keeping the threads pointed outward (Fig 5B).
  • Rotate Spiral Bolt downwards so that the threads are pointed towards the ground (Fig 5C).
  • Follow link for 10mm Spiral Bolt installation.

Follow link for 10mm Spiral Bolt installation. https://youtu.be/73uXpssp5Bc.

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STEP 4

  • Select the Driver/Left Mounting Bracket. Attach the Mounting Bracket to the Bolt Plate with (1) 10mm Flat Washer, (1) 10mm Lock Washer and (1) 10mm Hex Nut (Fig 8). DO NOT tighten hardware.

STEP 5

  • Select (1) Driver/Left Front/Rear Support Bracket. Attach the Support Bracket to the Sprial Bolt with (1) 10mm Flat Washer, (1)10mm Lock Washer and (1)10mm Hex Nut (Fig 9). Attach the Support Bracket to the Mounting Bracket with (1)8mm Hex Bolt, (2)8mm Flat Washers, (1)8mm Lock Nut and (1)8mm Hex Nut (Fig 10). DO NOT tighten hardware.

STEP 6

  • Move to the center location (Fig 11). Insert (2)10mm Spiral Bolts into the side panel (Fig 12). Select the Driver/Left Center Support Bracket. Attach the Bracket to the (2) Spiral Bolts with (2)10mm Flat Washers, (2)10mm Lock Washers and (2) 10mm Hex Nuts (Fig 13). DO NOT tighten hardware.

Driver/Left Side Installation Pictured

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STEP 7

  • Select the Center Mounting Bracket. Attach the Mounting Bracket to the Support Bracket with (2)8mm Hex Bolts, (4)8mm Flat Washers, (2)8mm Lock Washers and (2)8mm Hex Nuts (Fig 14). DO NOT tighten hardware.

STEP 8

Select (1) Compression Plate.

  • Thread (1) 10mm Hex Nut to (1) 10mm x 60mm Hex Bolt.
  • Slide (1) 10mm Lock Washer and (1) 10mm Flat washer onto the 10mm Hex Bolt.
  • Thread the 10mm Hex Bolt assembly into the welded nut on the back of the Mounting Bracket. Place the Compression Plate onto the end of the 10mm Hex Bolt (Fig 15).
  • Tighten Hex Bolt to place the Compression Plate onto the floor panel. DO NOT tighten Hex Bolt all the way.

NOTE: Use the 10mm Hex Nut to adjust the level of the Mounting Bracket.

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STEP 9

  • Move to the rear mounting location. Repeat STEPs 3-5 to attach the Driver/Left Rear Mounting Bracket and (1) Driver/Left Front/Rear Support Bracket (Figs 16-18). DO NOT tighten hardware.

NOTE: Long Bolt Plate will be used instead of short.

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STEP 10

  • Select the Driver/Left Sidebar. With assistance, place the Sidebar onto the cradles of the Mounting Brackets.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT slide or rotate Sidebar or damgae the finish may result. Attach the Sidebar to the (3)Mounting Brackets with (6)8mm Combo Bolts (Fig 19). DO NOT tighten hardware.

Driver/Left Side Installation Pictured

STEP 11

  • Level and adjust the Sidebar and tighten all hardware.

STEP 12

  • Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.

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