HD Ridez WB-DD208BD Steel Construction Drop Down Style Running Boards Installation Guide

HD Ridez WB-DD208BD Steel Construction Drop Down Style Running Boards

Specifications:

• Product Name: DS4 Running Boards
• Compatibility: 09-18 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab (incl 2019-24 Classic), 10-24 Dodge Ram 25-5500 Crew Cab (incl Chassis Cab Diesel Models)
• Part Number: WB-DD208BD

Product Usage Instructions

Parts List:

• Driver/Left DS4 Running Board
• Passenger/Right DS4 Running Board

Procedure:

1. Remove contents from the box and verify all parts are present.
2. Read instructions carefully before starting installation. Note: Drilling may be required.
3. Starting at the driver side-front of the vehicle, remove the sealing tape covering the factory holes in the side of the inner panel.

FAQ:

• Q: Do I need any special tools for installing the DS4 Running Boards?
  A: While basic hand tools are sufficient for most of the installation, a drill may be required for certain steps.

• Q: Are the running boards compatible with all Dodge Ram models?
  A: The DS4 Running Boards are specifically designed for 09-18 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab and 10-24 Dodge Ram 25-5500 Crew Cab models.

DS4 RUNNING BOARDS
09-18 DODGE RAM 1500 CREW CAB (INCL 2019-24 CLASSIC) 10-24 DODGE RAM 25-5500 CREW CAB (INCL CHASSIS CAB DEISEL MODELS) PART#WB-DD208BD

PARTS LIST

Washers
3| Passenger Front and Driver Center/Rear Mounting Brackets| 6| 8mm Nylon Lock Nuts
3| Driver/Left Support Bracket| 6| 8mm Hex Nuts
3| Passenger/Right Support Bracket| 6| 8mm Plastic Retainers
12| 10mm x 30mm Hex Bolts| 12| 6mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
24| 10mm x 20mm OD x 2mm Flat Washers| 24| 6mm x 22mm OD x 2mm Flat Washers
12| 10mm Nylon Lock Nuts| 12| 6mm Nylon Lock Nuts
6| 8mm Bolt/Nut Plates|  |

OVERVIEW

PROCEDURE

REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. DRILLING MAY BE REQUIRED.

1. Starting at the driver’s side-front of the vehicle, remove the sealing tape covering the factory holes in the side of the inner panel, (Figure 1).
2. Determine the correct procedure to attach the driver-side front Bracket for your model/year:

Models without factory threaded inserts in body panel:

• Select (1) 8mm Bolt/nut Plate, (Figure 2). Partially thread an 8mm Hex Bolt onto the threaded of the Nut Plate, (Figure 3). Thread the Hex Bolt in until it is flush with the welded nut. Use the hex Bolt as a handle and insert the Bolt and Nut Plate into the oval hole, (Figure 4). Feed the threaded bolt on the Bolt Plate through one of the hex-shaped factory holes.

• Thread (1) 8mm Plastic Retainer onto the threaded end and down tight against the body panel, (Figure 5). NOTE: The plastic retainer is designed to keep the bolt Plate from falling into the body panel and to aid in bracket installation.

• Select (1) Driver/Left Bracket, (Figure 6). Attach the Bracket to the threaded end of the Bolt Plate with (1) 8mm flat Washer, (1) 8mm Lock washer and (1) 8mm Hex Nut, (Figure 6).
  IMPORTANT : The driver/Left front Bracket is the same as the driver/left Center and passenger/right Rear Brackets. Do not tighten the hardware at this time.

• Remove the 8mm Hex Bolt from the nut on the Bolt Plate from Step 2a. Rotate the Bolt on the Bolt Plate until the threaded nut lines up with the remaining hole in the mounting bracket and body panel, (Figure 7). Attach the Bracket to the threaded Nut Plate with (1) 8mm x 30mm Hex Bolt, (1) 8mm Lock Washer and (1) 8mm Flat washer (Figure 7). Do not tighten the hardware.
  Models with factory threaded inserts:
  Attach (1) Driver/Left Mounting Bracket to the threaded inserts with (2) 8mm x 30mm Hex Bolts, (2) 8mm Lock washers, and (2) 8mm Flat Washer, (Figures 8 & 9). Do not tighten the hardware.

• Select (1) Driver/Left Support Bracket. Attach the Bracket to the back of the pinch weld with (2) 6mm Hex Bolts, (4) 6mm Flat Washers and (2) 6mm Nylon Lock Nuts, (Figure 10). Do not fully tighten the hardware at this time. Attach the Support Bracket to the Mounting Bracket with (1) 8mm Hex Bolt, (2) 8mm Flat Washers and (1) 8mm Nylon Lock Nut, (Figure 11). IMPORTANT: 2009-12 models not equipped with factory holes will require drilling through the pinch weld to fully attach Bracket. Do not
  drill through pinch weld at this time, (see Step 7).

• Move along the side of the body panel to the center mounting location, (Figure 12). Repeat Steps 1—3 to install (1) Driver/Left Mounting Bracket and (1) Driver/Left Support Bracket to the center mounting location.

• Move to the rear location, (Figure 13). Repeat Steps 1—3 to attach (1) the Passenger/Right Mounting Bracket and (1) the Passenger/Right Support Bracket to the Driver/Left rear mounting location.

• Select the Driver/Left DS4 Running Board. With assistance, attach the Running Board to the rear faces of the Mounting Brackets with (4) 10mm Hex Bolts, (8) 10mm Flat washers, and (4) 10mm Nylon Lock Nuts, (Figure 14). Do not tighten hardware.

• Properly level and adjust the Running Board and fully tighten all hardware. 2009-12 models requiring drilling through pinch trim:

  • Level the Sidebar to the vehicle. Make sure all (3) Brackets are tight against the bottom of the body panel and tighten all mounting hardware.
  • Mark the location of the slots onto the pinch weld.
  • Drill (2) 1/4” holes through the pinch weld for each Bracket. IMPORTANT: Do not drill too close to the bottom edge of the pinch weld. Drill the holes in the center of the marked slots.
  • Repeat Step 3 to attach the Brackets to the drilled holes in the pinch weld. Check for level then fully tighten all hardware.

• Repeat Steps 1—7 to attach the Passenger/Right DS4 Running Board.

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

To protect your investment, Do not use any type of polish or wax that may contain abrasives that could damage the finish. Mild soap may be used to clean the Running Boards.

Driver/Left Side Installation Pictured

IMPORTANT: 2009-2012 models without holes in pinch weld will require drilling 1/4” holes through pinch weld to attach the bracket. Do complete installation of Running Boards first, level Running Board before drilling holes for bracket.

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