Rugged Ridge Rock Crawler Rear Bumper, Hitch & Tire Carrier, 87-06 Jeep Wrangler - Manual (Page 3)

Tire Carrier installation Instructions:
(Step 6): With the assistance of another person, secure the tire carrier to the bumper pivot spindle. Work
tire carrier all the way down onto the spindle (circle clip grove should be visible) and close.
Install (2) 3/8”- 24 x 1 ¼” Hex Head Bolts, (4) 3/8” Flat Washers, and (2) 3/8” Nylock Nuts to
the tire carrier arm clamp. (Fig.5 & 6)
Fig.5 Fig.6
(Step 7): Install the circle clip onto the top of spindle and seat into grove (Fig.6). Install grease nipple. Add
grease using grease gun to lubricate the spindle and pivot clamp before use.
NOTE: Spindle and pivot clamp should be greased as part of your regular vehicle
maintenance.
(step 8): Install post bar at this time to the top of the tire carrier. Use (1) ¾” x 3” Hex Head Bolt, (2) ¾”
Flat Washers, and (1) ¾” Nylock Nut.
(Step 9): Locate tire mount bracket and install using (3) 3/8”-24 x 1” Hex Head Bolts, (6) 3/8” Flat
Washers, and (3) 3/8” Nylock Nuts. Slide mount onto tire carrier and hand tighten. There are
two sets of mounting slots on the tire carrier. With the post bar in stalled test fit the spare tire
and determine what is the best mounting point for your tire size and vehicle. Tighten all bolts.
NOTE: When the spare tire is installed it should be set snuggly against the post bar. For most over
sized tires the outer mounting holes will be used. TIRE CARRIER can be used with tires up
to 35” in diameter.
Note: Please take care when assembling and installing this product to protect the finish and your
investment. To protect the bumpers finish wax after installation. Regular waxing is recommended.
DO NOT use any type of cleaner or wax that contains abrasives that could damage the finish
Fig. 3