FRONT RUNNER FAGT001 Mounting System Installation Guide
- August 9, 2024
- Front Runner
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FRONT RUNNER
GWM TANK 300 FOOT RAILS
FAGT001
START HERE!
READ ME FIRST
Don’t be a hero and muscle through this installation without reading these fitting instructions first! Improper installation of this gear may void certain aspects of your warranty.
Before you begin, take a moment and open all your Front Runner rack kit boxes and gather the assembly instructions for the various components.
A complete kit will contain:
- A Front Runner Mounting System specific to your vehicle
- A Front Runner Rack Tray or Load Bar Slats
This document will guide you through the assembly of the mounting system and
assist you in fitting the roof rack tray or load bars to your specific
vehicle.
Please refer to the next page for a list of all the components, quantities and
tools required.
IMPORTANT WARNING!
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSEMBLING AND SECURING ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS TO YOUR VEHICLE, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR FRONT RUNNER PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
NOTE: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by the failure to install the product according to these instructions. Please call us if you have any questions about the installation of this product.
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1 GET ORGANIZED
IN THE BOX
| 1 | 2 X | Foot Rail Front (1 LH & 1 RH) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 X | Foot Rail Rear (1 LH & 1 RH) |
| 3 | 2 X | Joiner Plate |
| 4 | 12 X | Spacer |
| 5 | 12 X | M6 x 20 x 2 Flat Washer |
| 6 | 12 X | M6 x 35 Hex Bolt |
| 7 | 8 X | M6 x 16 Button Head Bolt |
| 8 | 8 X | M6 Nyloc Nut |
| 9 | 14 X | M8 x 20 Hex Bolt |
| 10 | 14 X | M8 x 16 x 1.6 Flat Washer |
| 11 | 14 X | M8 Nyloc Nut |
| 12 | 20 X | M6 Nut Cap |
| 13 | 14 X | M8 Nut Cap |
TOOLS NEEDED
Panel Tool 4mm 10mm, 13mm
a: FRONT OF VEHICLE
2 FIT AND SECURE
2.1
Panel Tool 10mm
Using a suitable panel tool, remove OEM Roof Rail Covers to reveal the OEM Bolts that fasten the OEM roof rails to the roof of the vehicle.
Remove the OEM Bolts and the remaining parts of the OEM Roof Rail on each side and store in a safe place.
2.2
4mm 10mm
On a flat surface, align a Front Foot Rail (Item 1) and a Rear Foot Rail (Item 2). Place a Joiner Plate (Item 3) over the corresponding holes on the inside of the Foot Rails.
Using four M6 x 16 Button Head Bolts (Item 7) and four M6 Nyloc Nuts (Item 8), loosely secure the Foot Rails to the Joiner Plate, as shown.
Repeat this step for the opposite side.
2.3
10mm
Place a small bead of sealant over each OEM Mounting Point and place a Spacer (Item 4) over each hole. Place a small bead of sealant on the thread of each bolt before fastening.
Loosely secure the Foot Rails by lowering the Foot Rail Assembly completed in step 2.2, onto the Spacers and secure using the M6 x 20 x 2 Flat Washers (Item 5) and M6 x 35 Hex Bolts (Item 6).
Repeat this step for the opposite side.
Tighten all fasteners front to back and place M6 Nut Caps (Item 12) over all M6 x 35 Hex Bolts and M6 Nyloc Nuts.
Tightening Torque:
M6 : 8-10Nm / 5.9 ft lb – 7.38 ft lb
3 FIT AND SECURE
3.1. Refer to RRSTUNI when assembling your Slimline II Tray.
3.2
Make sure that the wind deflector is installed before you proceed to the next
step.
3.3
13mm
Fit your roof rack to the Foot Rails using M8 x 20 Hex Bolts, M8 x 16 x 1.6SS Flat Washers and M8 Nyloc Nuts (Items 9, 10 & 11) as shown.
**Tightening Torque:**
M8 : 15-20Nm / 11.06 ft lb – 14.75 ft lb
3.4
Center the rack and tighten fully. Use M8 Nut Caps (Items 13) to finish off
the nuts.
4 COMPLETION
4.1 Congratulations! You did it. Take a step back and admire your work!
5 INSTALL OTHER VEHICLE AND RACK ACCESSORIES
Now’s the time to visit your favorite Front Runner dealer in person or online.
IMPORTANT! ****
FRONT RUNNER RACK KITS OFTEN HAVE A HIGHER LOAD RATING THAN THE VEHICLES THEY ARE MOUNTED TO. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MANUFACTURER FOR A RECOMMENDED ROOF RATING. FRONT RUNNER CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER LOADING BEYOND THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER’S STATED LOAD CAPACITY.
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