iBoard IB-R109 6 Inch Aluminum Running Boards Nerf Bars Installation Guide
- June 4, 2024
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iBoard® by APS
PART#: IB-R109
IB-R109 6 Inch Aluminum Running Boards Nerf Bars
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READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE START ING INSTALLATION. REMOVE CONTENTS
FROM BOX AND VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED.
ROCKER PANEL MOUNT
CUTTING IS REQUIRED
| Fastener Size | Tightening Torque (ft-lbs) | Required |
|---|---|---|
| 6mm | 6-7 | √ |
| 8mm | 16-18 | √ |
| 10mm | 31-32 | X |
| 12mm | 56-58 | X |
| 14mm | 92-94 | X |
PART LIST
Hardware Package A
(For Bracket Installation)
| Item | QTY | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1# | 2 | Driver / Passenger Front Mounting Brackets |
| 2# | 2 | Driver / Passenger Rear Mounting Brackets |
| 3# | 4 | U Brackets |
| 4# | 1 | Driver Rear Support Bracket |
| 5# | 1 | Passenger Rear Support Bracket |
| 6# | 4 | M8X1.25-60mm Hex Bolts |
| 7# | 14 | M8X1.25-25mm Hex Bolts |
| 8# | 24 | M8 Flat Washers |
| 9# | 18 | M8 Lock Washers |
| 10# | 6 | M8 Hex Nuts |
Hardware Package B
(For Step Bar Installation)
| Item | QTY | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1# | 8 | M6X1-20mm Square Head Bolts |
| 2# | 8 | M6 Large Flat Washers |
| 3# | 8 | M6 Nylon Lock Nuts |
STEP 1
Identify and separate the driver and passenger side front and rear
brackets. Start installation on the driver/left side of the vehicle.
Cut out the paper template on Fig 16 & 17 labeled “Driver Side”. Cut out the
square section on the bottom of the Template and the (2) 8mm holes on the top.
Fold the top of the Template up along the dotted line, (Fig 2). Hold the
Template in place 0over the outer (2) factory 8mm threaded holes next to the
pinch 0 0weld, (Figs 3 & 4). IMPORTANT: There are (4) threaded holes at each
mounting location, (2) inner on bottom of frame channel and (2) outer next to
pinch weld, (Fig 5). Hold the correct Template over the outer threaded holes
and up against the plasticcover, (Fig 4). Use a marker to trace the cut out
section on the bottom of the Template onto the plastic cover. Repeat this Step
to mark the rear bracket location for cutting. 
With The Plastic Cover In Place, Hold The Driver Side Paper Template Over The
(2) Threaded Holes Next To The Pinch Weld. Use A Marker To Trace The 2 Square
Cut Out Section On The Template. Remove Cover. Use A Utility Knife Or Hacksaw
To Carefully
Cut Out This Section. Check The Clearance Between The Bracket And The Cover
Often For Proper Fit. 
STEP 2
Remove the plastic cover. Cut out the (2) sections as marked. VERY IMPORTANT:
The Templates are driver and passenger side specific and have been provided
for reference use only. It is the installer’s responsibility to be absolutely
sure that the correct location has been marked before cutting the plastic
cover. To verify the locations before cutting, temporarily assemble the
Mounting Brackets as pictured on Page 1 “Part List” and check the locations on
the cover.
STEP 3
Partially install the plastic cover. IMPORTANT: Attach the cover to the
vehicle with the outer (next to pinch weld) hardware only. Allow the cover to
hang in place from the outer hardware. Do not install inner hardware at this
time.
STEP 4
Locate the forward (2) 8mm threaded holes in the floor panel, (See Step 1, Fig
5). Select (1) U Bracket. Bolt the Bracket to the threaded holes with (2)
M8X1.25-25mm Hex Bolts, (2) M8 Lock Washers, and (2) M8 Flat Washers, (Fig 6).
Snug but do not fully tighten hardware at this time.
STEP 5
Select (1) Driver Front Mounting Bracket. Insert the Driver Front Mounting
Bracket through the tabs on the U Bracket and into the hole cut out of the
plastic cover. Line up the inner end of the Bracket with the rear threaded
hole on the bottom of the frame channel in line with the outer holes, (Fig 7).
Attach the Mounting Bracket to the frame channel with (1) M8X1.25-mm Hex Bolt,
(1) M8 Lock Washer, and (1) M8 Flat Washer. Bolt the Driver Front Mounting
Bracket to the (2) tabs on U Bracket with (1) M8X1.25-60mm Hex Bolt, (2) M8
Flat Washers, (1) M8 Lock Washers and (1) M8 Hex Nuts, (Fig 8). Do not tighten
hardware at this time.
NOTE: The mounting tab on U Bracket will go toward front of vehicle.
STEP 6
Next, select (1) Driver Rear Mounting Bracket, (1) U Bracket and (1) Driver
Rear Support Bracket. Bolt the Support Bracket to the end of the Mounting
Bracket with (1) M8X1.25-25mm Hex Bolt, (2) M8 Flat Washers, (1) M8 Lock
Washer and (1) M8 Hex Nut, (Fig 9). Do not fully tighten hardware at this
time.
STEP 7
Repeat Step 4 to install the U Bracket onto the vehicle (Fig 11). And repeat
Step 5 to install the Assembled Driver Rear Mounting Bracket onto the frame
channel and UBracket (Fig 10 & 11). Do not fully tighten hardware at this
time.
NOTE: The mounting tab on U Bracket will go toward front of vehicle.
STEP 8
Once all (2) mounting brackets are installed. Select a Running Board. Slip
(2) M6X1-20mm Square Head Bolts into eachbottom channel (Fig 12). Carefully
position the Running Board onto the (2) Mounting Brackets. Attach the
Running Board to each ounting Bracket with (2) M6X1-20mm Square Head Bolts,
(2) M6 LargeFlat Washers and (2) M6 Nylon Lock Nuts (Fig 13). Do not fully
tighten at this time.
IMPORTANT: Do not slide the Running Board on the Brack- ets or the bottom
surface of the board will be damaged.
STEP 9
Level and adjust the Running Board and fully tighten all hardware.
Important: Please follow the recommended Tightening Torques shown in the
table on page 1. Don’t over tighten, or the nuts/bolts will be damaged.
STEP 10
Repeat Steps 1-9 for the other side Running Board installation. The
installation is completed .
Attention
Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is
secure and tight.
In order to protect your bars/boards, please use mild soap/non-abrasive
products for cleaning only.
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