TRAILFX DHS003B 3.5″ Drop Down Cab Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- TRAILFX
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TrailFX Drop Down Step
Part No. DHS003B / DHS004B
Fits: 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500 Ext/
Double Cab Silverado LD 2019; Sierra 1500 Limited
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| TO AVOID BEING SCRATCHED, PLEASE PROTECT THE SURFACE OF THE TAILGATE VENT
WAS COVERED CAREFULLY.
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| REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT.
| READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
| ALIGN THE STEP BARS AS DESIRED AND TIGHTEN ALL M10 FASTENERS TO 30 ft. –
lbs., AND THEM8 FASTENERS TO 15 ft.-lbs.
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PARTS LIST:
Item| Qty| Part Description| Tools Needed
1| 1| Step Bar Driver Side| 13. MM SOCKET & WRENCH
2| 1| Step Bar Passenger Side| 14. MM SOCKET & WRENCH
3| 3| Mounting Bracket Driver Side| 15. MM SOCKET & WRENCH
4| 3| Mounting Bracket Passenger Side| RATCHET
5| 12| M8 U Nut Clip| TORQUE WRENCH
6| 12| M8 Bolt|
7| 12| M8 Lock Washer|
8| 12| M8 Flat Washer|
9| 12| M10 Flange Bolt|
10| 12| M10 Flange Nut|
Mounting Kit Images
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
- Start at the front driver side of the vehicle and remove the rubber plugs to expose the holes where you will insert u nut clips. See Figure 1.
- Start at the front driver side of the vehicle and grab Driver Side Mount Bracket. Use (2) M8 hex head bolts, (2) M8 flat washer, and (2) M8lock wash- er to mount bracket to the rocker panel. See Figure 2. Assemble hardware loosely.
- Repeat for the center and rear locations.
- Repeat for the passenger side.
- Grab Driver Side Bar and install to mount brackets with (6) M10 Flange bolts and (6) Serrated Flange Nuts. See Figure 3. Assemble hardware loosely.
- Repeat for the passenger side.
- Align and adjust as needed. Tighten all hardware and torque all M8 fasteners to 15 ft.-lbs. and all M10 fasteners to 30ft.-lbs.
COMPLETE INSTALLATION
PRODUCT CARE
- Periodically check the product to ensure all fasteners are tight and components are intact.
- Mild soap may be used to clean the product.
FAQ’s
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The mounting bracket are not getting Installed properly.
In some cases Illustration images shown in the Installation manual may not be the exactly same as actual vehicle images, also if Driver/Passenger side mounting brackets are very identical in the design, suggest referring Parts Identification guide to avoid fitment issue. -
Products are thumping/rattling after installation.
Please ensure that all required mounting brackets/hardware are installed & tightened correctly. Suggest using white lithium/regular grease between the metal to metal contact surfaces. -
Missing / Excess Hardware.
Recheck hardware count as per the part list. -
Product not installed properly.
Ensure make model year, cab length, and bed size of your vehicle is listed in the application. All installation steps are followed correctly.
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Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (KAO) warrants this product to be free of
defects in material and workmanship at the time of purchase by the original
retail consumer. KAO disclaims any other warranties, express or implied,
including the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose or intended use. If
the product s found to be defective, KAO may replace or repair the product at
our option, when the product is returned prepaid, with proof of purchase.
Alteration to, improper installation or misuse of this product voids the
warranty. KAO’s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products
found to be defective and specifically excludes liability or any incidental
or consequential loss or damage.
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