Steelcraft Automotive 54090 GRILL GUARD - Manual (Page 2)

Page 2 of 3 4/1/09 Rev2 (DP)
5. Locate and remove the two plastic clips located in the grille opening. Insert (1) 8mm x 25mm Nut plate
into the opening and line up the threaded hole with the hole in the grille opening, (Figure 4).
6. Line up the hole in the Top Bracket, (see Figure 5 to determine correct Top Bracket) with the Nut
Plate and secure the Top Bracket with (1) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolt, (1) 8mm Flat Washer and (1) 8mm
Lock Washer, (Figure 6). NOTE: Two slotted holes are provided to allow for proper fit to the vehicle.
Snug but do not tighten hardware at this time. Repeat this step for the passenger side Top Bracket
installation.
7. With assistance, position the Grille Guard bolt tabs up to the outside of the Mounting Brackets. Attach
the Grille Guard to the Mounting Brackets using the included (6) 12mm x 35mm Hex Head Bolts, (6)
12mm Lock Washers, (12) 12mm Flat Washers and (6) 12mm Hex Nuts, (Figure 7). Do not tighten at
this time.
8. Push the Grille Guard back into position and line up the holes in the Top Brackets with the holes in the
Grille Guard uprights. NOTE: It may be necessary to move the Top Bracket in or outward in the slots to
line up properly with the Grille Guard. Attach the Top Brackets to the inside of the Grille Guard uprights
using the included (2) 10mm Button Head Allen Bolts, (4) 10mm Flat Washers and (2) 10mm Nylon
Lock Nuts, (Figure 8).
9. Align the Grille Guard properly and tighten all hardware. NOTE: Slowly open the hood to make sure
that the Grille Guard does not interfere with hood opening and closing.
10. 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 Grille Guard.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the product.
Driver Side Installation Pictured Cut out driver side
tow hook cavity
½”
2”
Cut this section out
Fig 1
Fig 2
12-1.25mm x 40mm Fine Thread
Hex Bolts
12mm Lock Washers
12mm Flat Washers
Front