ROUGH COUNTRY 10918 Skid Plate Mounting Kit Installation Guide

September 3, 2024
Rough Country

ROUGH COUNTRY 10918 Skid Plate Mounting Kit

Product Information

Specifications:

  • Product: TOYOTA 2010-20 4 Runner Skid Plate Spacer
  • Kit Contents:
    • 5/8 Spacers x6
  • Tools Needed:
    • 17mm Wrench or Socket
  • Hardware Included:
    • 10mm x 45mm Bolt x2
    • 10mm x 65mm Bolt x2
    • 10mm Flat Washers x4
    • Clear Retainer x4

Installation Instructions:

  1. Install one of the 10mm x 65mm bolts into the front hole of the skid plate using one of the 10mm flat washers.
  2. Place two of the supplied 5/8 thick spacers onto the bolt and secure using the clear retainer. Repeat on the opposite front hole.
  3. Install one of the 10mm x 45mm bolts into the rear hole of the skid plate. Place one spacer onto the bolt and secure using one clear retainer. Repeat on the opposite rear hole.
  4. Place the skid plate on the vehicle and thread the bolts into the mounting holes.
  5. Tighten the four bolts installed into the skid plate using a 17mm socket.

FAQ:

  • Q: What torque specs should I use for tightening the bolts?
    A: Refer to the provided torque specs chart in the manual for Grade 5, Grade 8, Class 8.8, and Class 10.9 bolts based on their sizes.

  • Q: Do I need any additional tools for installation?
    A: No, a 17mm wrench or socket is sufficient for installing the skid plate spacer kit.

Thank you for choosing Rough Country for all your vehicle needs.

  • Please read the instructions before beginning installation. Check the kit hardware against the kit contents shown below. Be sure you have all the needed parts and know where they go.
  • If a question exists, please call us at @1-800-222-7023. We will be happy to answer any questions concerning this product. Check all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure adequate clearance between all components.
  • Periodically check all hardware for tightness.

Kit Contents

  • 5/8” Spacers x6

Tools Needed

  • 17mm Wrench or Socket

Hardware Included

  • 10mm x 45mm Bolt x2
  • 10mm x 65mm Bolt x2
  • 10mm Flat Washers x4
  • Clear Retainer x4

Torque Specs

Size Grade 5 Grade 8 Size Class 8.8 Class 10.9
5/16” 15 ft/lbs 20ft/lbs 6MM 5ft/lbs 9ft/lbs
3/8” 30 ft/lbs 35ft/lbs 8MM 18ft/lbs 23ft/lbs
7/16” 45 ft/lbs 60ft/lbs 10MM 32ft/lbs 45ft/lbs
1/2” 65 ft/lbs 90ft/lbs 12MM 55ft/lbs 75ft/lbs
9/16” 95 ft/lbs 130ft/lbs 14MM 85ft/lbs 120ft/lbs
5/8” 135ft/lbs 175ft/lbs 16MM 130ft/lbs 165ft/lbs
3/4” 185ft/lbs 280ft/lbs 18MM 170ft/lbs 240ft/lbs

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Install (1) on the 10mm x 65mm bolts into the front hole of the skid plate using (1) of the 10mm flat washers. See Photo 1.
  2. Place (2) of the supplied 5/8” thick spacers onto the bolt and secure using the clear retainer. See Photo 2.
  3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on the opposite front hole of the skid plate.
  4. Install (1) of the 10mm x 45mm bolts into the rear hole of the skid plate. Then place (1) spacer onto the bolt and secure using (1) a clear retainer. See Photo 3.
  5. Repeat step 3 on the opposite rear hole of the skid plate.
  6. Place the skid plate on the vehicle and thread the bolts into the mounting holes. See Photo 4.
  7. Tighten the (4) bolts installed into the skid plate using a 17mm socket. See Photos 5 and 6.

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