Aries Automotive 4084-2 - Manual (Page 4)

GRILLE GUARD
2014 GMC SIERRA 1500
EXCLUDES DENALI
Page 3 of 8 8/11/14 Rev2 (DP)
models, Top Brackets can be installed through the openings in the grille without removing or
releasing the grille.
9. Locate the square tube support braces running up at an angle from the top of the frame channel
to the bottom of the hood release mechanism, (Figures 11B, 13 & 14). Select the driver side
Inner Top Bracket and (1) Backing Plate, (Figure 11A). Hold the Inner Bracket up to the bottom
of the brace tube with the Backing Plate over the top. Bolt the Brackets together around the
square tube with (2) 6mm x 25mm Hex Bolts, (2) 6mm Lock Washers and (2) 6mm Flat Washers,
(Figure 11B). Leave loose at this time.
10. Select the driver side Outer Top Bracket, (Figure 12). Insert the Outer Bracket through the grille
and up to the Inner Top Bracket assembly, (Figure 13). Slide the Bracket assembly up or down
the tube to match up the Outer Top Bracket to the hole in the Grille Guard upright. Bolt the Outer
Bracket to the top of the Inner Bracket with (2) 6mm x 25mm Hex Bolts, (2) 6mm Lock Washers
and (2) 6mm Flat Washers, (Figure 15). Leave hardware loose at this time.
11. Line up the outer bent end of the Top Bracket with the hole in the Grille Guard upright. Bolt the
bent end of the Outer Top Bracket to the upright with (1) 8mm x 25mm Button Head Allen Bolt,
(2) 8mm Flat Washers and (1) 8mm Nylon Lock Nut, (Figures 15 & 16).
12. Repeat Steps 9—11 for passenger side Top Bracket assembly installation, (Figure 14).
13. Level and adjust the Grille Guard and fully tighten all hardware. IMPORTANT: Adjust the position
of the Top Brackets so that they cannot come in contact with the plastic grille, (Figures 13—15).
14. Reinstall the plastic grille if previously removed. Reinstall the top plastic cover if removed.
15. 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 Grille Guard.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Grille Guard.
(Fig 1) Opening for tow hook pictured
(Fig 2A) Driver side pictured from behind bumper
Remove the bolts securing the driver side of
the bumper to the bumper bracket. Use a large
screwdriver or pry bar to move the mounting
tab up enough to get the long bolt through the
tow hook out of the end of the frame
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