Aries Automotive TB234009 - Manual (Page 3)

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Brackets have been included, (Figures 3B, 4B & 4C, 5B & 5C).
6. Carefully position the driver/left Sidebar up to the Mounting Brackets. Attach the Sidebar to the
Mounting Brackets with the included (2) 1/2” x 2” Hex Bolts, (2) 1/2” Lock Washers and (2) 1/2”
Flat Washers, (Figures 2 & 3). Snug but do not tighten hardware at this time.
7. Level and adjust the Sidebar, check Mounting Brackets for clearance between factory steel
body mount brackets and emergency brake cables. Once satisfied with fit, tighten all hardware.
8. 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/left front Sidebar Mounting Bracket installation pictured
(Viewed from under the vehicle)
VERY IMPORTANT: Do not allow the Support Bracket or hardware to come in
contact with the emergency brake cable under any circumstances. It is the
installer's responsibility to determine the correct Support Bracket for the
application. See applicable illustration for more hardware information.
1/2” x 2” Hex Bolt
1/2” Lock Washer
1/2” Flat Washer
Factory Bolt
(Fig 1) Driver Side Front Mounting Location
pictured with Mounting Bracket for example only.
Front Front Mounting Brackets are
interchangeable side to side. Select the front
Mounting Bracket that provides the most
clearance between the gusset and the
factory steel body mount.
Factory body
mount bracket
Fig 2
Gusset