Dee Zee DZ370691 - Manual (Page 3)

5. For the rear, use one of the Double Bolt Plates with bolts in the center to install the Rear
Bracket. Repeat steps 2 – 4 for driver side rear Mounting Bracket. Depending on application,
pinch weld area may align with only one hole from the factory. If desired, installer may drill
through Pinch Weld for second Pinch Weld bolt. Do not drill for second hole until the Sidebar
has been installed and adjusted to properly locate the Mounting Bracket. Do not tighten at this
time. Bracket. Repeat steps 2 – 4 for driver side rear Mounting Bracket. Depending on application,
pinch weld area may align with only one hole from the factory. If desired, installer may drill
through Pinch Weld for second Pinch Weld bolt. Do not drill for second hole until the Sidebar
has been installed and adjusted to properly locate the Mounting Bracket. Do not tighten at this
time.
6. Once the Mounting Brackets are partially mounted, carefully unpack and separate the Driver
and Passenger Sidebar. Position Sidebar onto Mounting Brackets using the included (2) 1/2" x
2” Hex Head Bolts, (2) 1/2” Lock Washers, and (2) 1/2” Flat Washers. Do not tighten at this
time.
6. Once the Mounting Brackets are partially mounted, carefully unpack and separate the Driver
and Passenger Sidebar. Position Sidebar onto Mounting Brackets using the included (2) 1/2" x
2” Hex Head Bolts, (2) 1/2” Lock Washers, and (2) 1/2” Flat Washers. Do not tighten at this
time.
7. Level and adjust Sidebar, drill for second Pinch Weld Bolt if desired, then tighten all hardware
at this time.
7. Level and adjust Sidebar, drill for second Pinch Weld Bolt if desired, then tighten all hardware
at this time.
8. Repeat steps 2 – 7 for passenger Sidebar. 8. Repeat steps 2 – 7 for passenger Sidebar.
9. Do periodic inspections of the installation to make sure all hardware is secure and tight.
9. Do periodic inspections of the installation to make sure 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. 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 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.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Sidebar.
Front Bolt Plate Installation Example Front Bolt Plate Installation Example
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Remove this
grommet
Centered Double Bolt Plate
10mm Lock Washers
10mm Flat Washers
10mm Hex Nuts
Fig 2
(Fig 3A) Driver Side Rear Mounting Bracket (Fig 3B) Driver Side Front Mounting Bracket
Front Rear
Offset
Double
Bolt Plate
Bolts to top
Fig 1
Offset Double Bolt Plate
10mm Lock Washers
10mm Flat Washers
10mm Hex Nuts
Align holes in brackets
with holes in pinch weld.
Secure with:
8mm x 25mm Hex Bolts
8mm Hex Nuts
8mm Lock Washers
8mm Flat Washers