Smittybilt 838023 Easy Install Billet Grille - Manual

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Installation Instructions
Easy Install Billet Grille (Part # 838023)
2005-On Toyota Tacoma
NOTE: Carefully read entire instructions thoroughly before
attempting to install this part.
NOTE: During shipping product might loose its convex shape or the bars may bend slightly. In order to get a proper fit, product might
need to be re-shaped slightly by bending it BY HAND to regain its convex shape. Be careful not to damage the Billet Grille when
bending
INCLUDED COMPONENTS
TOOLS REQUIRED
1 – Billet Grille - Phillips Screw Driver
4 – M4 x 50mm Phillips Screws - 4mm Wrench
4 – M4 Lock Nuts
4 – 25mm “J” Hook Brackets
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Inspect product and check components with items listed above.
2. Optional: Using factory instructions, remove the entire front grille shell (as pictured in all figures).
3. Cover the top, vertical, and lower horizontal bars with masking tape to protect the finish.
4. Carefully position Billet Grille onto grille shell cavity (Figure 1).
5. Engage the “J” Hook Brackets (from the back) on the outer edge of the factory grille shell and line it up with the mounting
holes on the Billet Grille. Insert the M4 x 50mm Phillips Machine Screws (from the front) through the Billet Grille holes and
“J” Hook Brackets. Secure it with Lock Nuts included (Figure 2).
6. Once the Billet Grille is loosely attached, center Billet Grille and tighten all Phillips Screws at the same rate.
7. Make sure the Billet Grille is properly aligned and securely fastened, then reinstall the grille shell with original fasteners
Figure 1 Figure 2
8. Locate passenger side Billet Grille and position it onto side vent cavity to mark drilling location (Figure 3).
NOTE: Make sure Billet Grille is properly aligned before marking the drilling location.
9. Remove Billet Grille and set aside, carefully drill a 5/32” hole on the marked location.
10. Attach Billet Grille by holding the Metal Plate behind bumper and inserting Sheet Metal Screw (from the front) through the
Billet Grille hole and Metal Plate (Figure 4). Tighten hardware at this time.
11. Repeat Steps 8-10 for opposite side.
Mark
Drilling
Metal Plate
Figure3 Figure 4