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Installation Instructions
Bull Bar (#53037&53038)
09-On Dodge Ram
25mm Hex Bolt provided in the hardware kit. Repeat this step for the passenger side Support Bracket. Snug
but do not tighten all hardware at this time.
B. For vehicles with tow hooks. Install the driver side Support Bracket with the round hole toward the front
of the truck and the slotted hole to the rear. Bolt the slotted end of the Support Bracket to the rear mounting
bolt for the tow hook. Loosen the factory hex bolt and insert the slotted end of the Support Bracket under
the head of the factory bolt, (Figure 8B).
Do not bolt the front of the Support Bracket to the inside of the Lower Mounting Bracket at this time.
Repeat this step for the passenger side Support Bracket. Snug but do not tighten all hardware at this time.
10.
Reinstall the Bull Bar described in Step # 5, (Figure 9). NOTE: For models with tow hooks-Attach the
front of the Support Bracket to the rear oval hole in the Lower Mounting Bracket for the Bull Bar using the
same 12mm x 35mm Hex Bolts securing the Bull Bar.
11.
Level and adjust the Bull Bar and tighten all hardware.
12.
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 Bull Bar.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Bull Bar.
Driver Side Installation Pictured
Fig 1A
Pry up the center pin on the clip to remove the
complete fastener. If the center pin comes out,
remove the housing then push the pin back into
the housing as per Fig 1B to reinstall.
Viewed from behind the
center of the bumper
Fig 1B
Pin
Housing