Steelcraft Automotive 455060 4 OVAL SIDE BAR - Manual (Page 2)

4" OVAL SIDEBAR
2003-2011 HONDA ELEMENT (EXCLUDES SC MODEL)
Tony Page 2 of 3 2/22/2012 Rev1 (DP)
6. Select (1) Rear Mounting Bracket. Hang the Bracket from the (2) 10mm Bolt Plates and secure with
(2) 10mm Flat Washers, (2) 10mm Lock Washers and (2) 10mm Hex Nuts, (Figure 6). Snug but do
not fully tighten at this time.
7. Carefully position the driver Sidebar onto the Mounting Brackets. Line up the threaded holes in the
bottom of the Sidebar with the slots in the Brackets. Bolt the Sidebar to the Brackets with the
included (4) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts, (4) 8mm Lock Washers and (4) 8mm Flat Washers, (Figures 4
& 6). Snug but do not tighten hardware at this time.
8. Align the Sidebar properly and tighten all hardware.
9. Repeat Steps 2 - 8 for the passenger Sidebar installation.
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 Sidebar.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean Sidebar.
Driver Side Installation Pictured
Front
(Fig 3A) Driver Side Front Outer
Mounting Location Pictured
Remove plugs (if equipped) to uncover
threaded mounting holes in floor panel
Front
(Fig 3B) Driver Side Front Inner
Mounting Location Pictured
(4) 8mm x 20mm Hex Flange Bolts
(4) 8mm Locking Flange Nuts
Fig 1 Fig 2