WEATHER GUARD Model 252-3-02 EZ-GLIDE® System, Full-Size, GM User Manual
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STEP 6 
Use the supplied lubricant ( Vaseline™) and coat the pre-assembled Black Plastic Bushing (A). Insert Front Drive Tube 
(B) into the larger Black Plastic Bushing (C) in the Front Crossmember Assembly (D) so that the black bushings are fully 
seated.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
STEPS 7 & 8 
Slide a White Plastic Bushing (A) onto the Front Drive Tube (B) until it is 
butted up to the Cross-Member (C). Align holes in the tube and bushing. 
Slide the Pivot Arm (D) over the tube and bushing, align holes, and install 
the 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Fastener. Next install the 5/16-18 x 4-1/4" Fastener 
with four Flat Plastic (E) bushings as shown.
(A)
(B)
(D)
* 3/8-16 x 2-1/4"
Hex Hd. Bolt
(2) 3/8" Flat
Washer
3/8-16 Nylon
Lock Nut
5/16-18 x 4-1/ 4" 
Hex Hd. Bolt
(2) 3/8" Flat
Washer
5/16-18 Nylon 
Lock Nut
(E)
STEP 9
Place the Ladder Support (A) on top of 
the Connecting Tube (B) and install the 
5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Fastener.
(A)
(B)
5/16-18 x 2-3/4" 
Hex Hd. Bolt
(2) 5/16" Flat
Washer
5/16-18 Nylon 
Lock Nut
(C)
NOTE: Tighten all marked (*)
fasteners to 200 in. lbs.
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