Rugged Ridge Locking Hood Catch Kit, 97-06 Jeep Wrangler - Manual (Page 2)

(Step 3): Remove plastic protective cover from Lock Post stainless steal cover plate (Fig.5). Place Lock Post rubber
gasket and cover plate on fender and align the center mounting hole (Fig.6). Remove Lock Post from lock
assemble and unscrew top cap to expose Allen head bolt. Insert into cover plate as seen in (Fig.7).
Fig.5 Fig.6 Fig.7
(Step 4): Attach the Lock Post retainer nut to the Allen head bolt threads from under the fender. Be sure to install
the retainer nut washer at this time. (See Fig.8) repeat above steps for the other side and loosely tighten
the Allen head bolt to the retainer nut. Reinstall the cap to the Lock Post and lower hood. Some adjustment
to the Lock Post may be needed at this time. When secured in upper lock assemble tighten retainer nut to
secure Lock Post position. Raise hood and remove Lock Post caps and tighten Allen head bolt completely.
(Step 5): Additional washers are supplied to raise the Lock Post if needed. Install washers as needed for proper fitment.
(See Fig. 9)
Fig. 8 Fig.9
Note: Please take care when assembling and installing this product to protect the finish and your
investment.