TAC BA214600 Side Step Installation Guide
- June 1, 2024
- TAC
Table of Contents
TAC BA214600 Side Step
Specifications
- Product Name: 3 Sidebars
- Compatibility: 2015-2024 Ford F150 Regular Cab, 2017-2024 Ford F250/F350/F450/F550 Super Duty Regular Cab
- Part Number: BA214600
- Manufacturer: TAC Auto Parts
Parts List
- 3 Sidebars (Driver/left Sidebar, Passenger/right Sidebar)
- Front Sidebar Brackets (Driver/left front, Passenger/right front)
- Rear Sidebar Brackets (Driver/left rear, Passenger/right rear)
- 12 8mm Plastic Washers
- 4 1/2 x 2 Hex Bolts
- 4 1/2 x 1-1/4 OD x 3/32 Flat Washers
- 4 1/2 Lock Washers
- 12 8mm x 24mm OD x 2mm Washers
- 12 8-1.25mm Nylon Lock Nuts
Installation Procedure
- Remove contents from the box and verify all parts are present.
- Start the installation under the driver side of the vehicle by locating the front and rear factory running board mounting locations along the inner side of the body.
- Slide one Plastic Washer over each factory mounting stud in the body panel to prevent corrosion.
- Attach the Mounting Brackets using the provided hardware, snug but do not fully tighten.
- Install the Sidebar by attaching it to the Mounting Brackets with the included hardware. Snug but do not tighten at this time.
- Level and adjust the Sidebar before tightening all hardware.
- Repeat the above steps for the passenger/right Sidebar installation.
- Regularly inspect the installation to ensure all hardware is secure and tight.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3” SIDEBARS
2015-2024 FORD F150 REGULAR CAB
2017-2024 FORD F250/F350/F450/F550 SUPER DUTY REGULAR CAB
PARTS LIST
| 1 | Driver/left Sidebar | 12 | 8mm Plastic Washers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Passenger/right Sidebar | 4 | 1/2″ x 2” Hex Bolts |
| 1 | Driver/left front Sidebar Bracket | 4 | 1/2” x 1-1/4” OD x 3/32” Flat Washers |
| 1 | Passenger/right front Sidebar Bracket | 4 | 1/2” Lock Washers |
| 1 | Driver/left rear Sidebar Bracket | 12 | 8mm x 24mm OD x 2mm Washers |
| 1 | Passenger/right rear Sidebar Bracket | 12 | 8-1.25mm Nylon Lock Nuts |
PROCEDURE:
REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED.
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Start the installation under the driver side of the vehicle. Locate the front and rear factory running board mounting locations along the inner side of the body, (Figure 1).
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Slide (1) Plastic Washer over each factory mounting stud in the body panel, (Figures 2 & 3). IMPORTANT: The Plastic Washers are designed to prevent corrosion between the aluminum body panel and the steel mounting brackets. Do not install the Brackets without the Plastic Washers.
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Select (1) driver side front Mounting Bracket. Attach the Mounting Bracket to the (3) factory studs with
(3) 8mm Flat Washers and (3) 8mm Nylon Lock Nuts, (Figure 4). Snug but do not fully tighten the hardware. -
Repeat Steps 1—3 to install the driver side rear Bracket, (Figure 5).
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Select the driver/left Sidebar. With assistance, position the Sidebar up to the (2) Mounting Brackets. Attach the Sidebar to the Mounting Brackets with the included (2) 1/2” x 2” Hex Bolts, (2) 1/2” Lock Washers, and (2) 1/2” Flat Washers, (Figure 5). Snug but do not tighten at this time.
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Level and adjust the Sidebar and tighten all hardware.
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Repeat Steps 1—6 to install the passenger/right Sidebar.
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Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.
To protect your investment, wax this product after installing. Regular waxing
is recommended to add a protective layer over the finish. Do not use any type
of polish or wax that may contain abrasives that could damage the finish.
For stainless steel: Aluminum polish may be used to polish small
scratches and scuffs on the finish. Mild soap may be used also to clean the
Sidebar.
For gloss black finishes : Mild soap may be used to clean the Sidebar.
Driver/left Side Installation Pictured
