Rugged Ridge XHD Low/High Mount Snorkel System, 07-11 Jeep Wrangler (JK) - Manual (Page 15)

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Snorkel Installation Instructions: 2007-2011 Wrangler 2DR & 4DR Unlimited
P/N: 17756.06 - Low Mount XHD Modular Snorkel System
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- Make sure painting is
done in a well ventilated
area. Paint should not
be applied in a windy
environment. This will
insure overspray does
not fall onto vehicle. .
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- Painting the area
behind the removed
windshield plate black is
recommended.
Quality painters tape
and paint should be
used. Liberally apply tape
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- Reinstall windshield
bracket removed in
step (2). Start and
tighten the upper side
M12 bolts and front M12
bolts as shownt.
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- If used, windshield light
mounting brackets should
be installed at this time.
NOTE: the snorkel system
has been designed to work
with most Rugged Ridge
components. Rugged Ridge
cannot guarantee that other
manufactures components
will work or clear the XHD
snorkel system.
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- Install cowl “Z” bracket
plate reusing factory
10mm bolts removed
in step (9). Secure the
bolts but do not tighten
at this time.
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- Apply an bead of sealant
around the lower section
of the snorkel main body.
around area to be painted.
Evenly spread sealant
around outside of outlet.