Steelcraft Automotive 402119p 5 PREMIUM OVAL SIDE BAR - Manual (Page 2)

5” OVAL BENT END SIDE BAR
99-12 1500-2500-3500 SILVERADO/SIERRA EXT CAB
Page 2 of 4 10/19/11 (DP)
Up to 2010 25-3500 Models-Support Bracket not required on 2011-12 25-3500 Models:
Note that the Front Support Bracket will not reach up to the Mounting Bracket, (Figure 5). Tighten the
Support Bracket to the Nut Plate in the frame. Carefully push up on the Support Bracket until it reaches
the inside hole in the Mounting Bracket. Bolt the Support Bracket to the hole in the Mounting Bracket
with (1) 10mm x 30mm Hex Bolt, (2) 10mm Flat Washers, (1) 10mm Lock Washer and (1) 10mm Hex
Nut. Do not tighten at this time.
All 1500 and up to 2010 25-3500 Models-Support Bracket not required on 2011-12 25-3500 Models:
5. Move to the Center Mounting Bracket. Select (1) Center Support Bracket-note the two different sizes of
mounting holes in the Bracket. Slide the end of the Center Support Bracket with the larger mounting
hole between the factory body mount and the Center Mounting Bracket. Attach the Support Bracket to
the body mount using the included (1) 12mm x 30mm Hex Bolt, (2) 12mm Flat Washers, (1) 12mm
Lock Washer and (1) 12mm Hex Nut, (Figures 6 & 7). Do not tighten at this time. NOTE: Larger hole
on the Center Support Bracket mounts to body mount.
6. Attach the opposite end of the Support Bracket to the Center Mounting Bracket with (1) 10mm x 30mm
Hex Bolt, (2) 10mm Flat Washers, (1) 10mm Lock Washer and (1) 10mm Hex Nut, (Figures 6 & 7). Do
not tighten at this time.
7. Carefully position the Driver Sidebar onto the Mounting Brackets. Attach the Sidebar to the Mounting
Brackets with (6) 8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts, (6) 8mm Lock Washers and (6) 8mm Flat Washers, (Figure
8). Do not tighten hardware at this time.
8. Level and adjust the Sidebar and tighten all hardware.
9. Repeat steps 2-8 for 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 the Sidebar.
Driver Side Installation Pictured
(Fig 1) Driver side front mounting bracket pictured
Front
Factory Body
Mount Bolt
Rear
(Fig 2) Rear Mounting Bracket installation pictured
Factory Body
Mount Bolt