Rough Country 1173 - Manual (Page 4)

Maintenance Information
1. Failure to securely tighten all bolts on the winch plate, winch, and fairlead can result in product failure, which mat
result in vehicle damage or operator injury. Check that all bolts are securely tightened prior to use.
2. Inspect all nuts and bolts on the winch, winch mount, and related hardware prior to each use. Tighten all nuts that
appear to be loose. Stripped, fractured, or bent bolts or nuts should be replaced.
TIGHTENING SEQUENCE
1. The following sequence must be followed when tightening all the fasteners to ensure proper fit.
2. The sequence is as follows:
• 3/8” rear winch plate bolts using 9/16” socket
• 9/16” front winch plate bolts using 13/16” socket
• Stock front bumper cover bolts using 15mm socket
• Front “Horseshoe” bumper bracket 12mmnuts
• Rear 9/16” winch plate bracket lower bolts using 13/16” socket / wrench