TrailFX PFFC3002S Installation guide

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TO AVOID BEING SCRATCHED, PLEASE PROTECT THE SURFACE OF

THE FENDER FLARE CAREFULLY.

REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT.

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

60-180 min

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Cutting Not

Required

PLEASE USE SAFETY GLASSES & ENSURE TO BLOCK VEHICLE

MOVEMENT DURING INSTALLATION PROCESS

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE MOUNTING SCREWS.

OVER-TIGHTENING THE SCREWS WILL RESULT IN STRESS FRACTURES.

KIT INCLUDES

Qty

Part Description

Qty

Part Description

2 ea.

Front Flares

20ea.

8 x 1” Body Trim Screws

2 ea.

Rear Flares

1ea.

Rubber Edge Trim (30 ft.)

40ea.

Button head stainless steel bolts

40ea.

Nylon Jam Nut

TOOLS NEEDED

Electric Drill/Driver

Compact Ratchet

Drill and 3/32” drill bit

Plastic Rivet Pry tool

2 mm Philips screw tip

13 mm socket with extension

4.5 mm Hex key

PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

 Read these instructions before beginning the installation

 Make sure kit is complete before beginning installation

 Ensure you have the correct TrailFX fender flares for your vehicle before beginning the installation process.

NOTE: The flares are embossed with either a D or P indicating Passenger or Driver. Make sure you match the correct flare to

the side of the vehicle you are installing.

 If you plan on painting your fender flares it must be done prior to installation. All surfaces must be cleaned and prepped following

the specifications outlined by the paint manufacturer.

PLEASE NOTE: Painted flares cannot be returned.

Fender Flare

PFFC3002T / PFFC3002S

2014 - Current: Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Drilling

Required

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STEP 1

INSTALLTION OF BUTTON HEAD STAINLESS STEEL BOLTS

 Locate the supplied Button head stainless steel bolts, and nylon jam nuts. Install one Button head stainless steel bolts in

one of the holes in the recess of the fender flares as shown below Fig. a

 Proceed to the inside of the flare. Place a nylon jam nut on the threads of the Button head stainless steel bolts and tighten.

Use a 13mm socket with an extension and a 4.5mm Hex key to complete task as shown below. Fig. b and c

Note: These bolts are decorative only and are not intended for securing the fender flares

STEP 2

INSTALLTION OF RUBBER TRIM ON NEW FENDER FLARES

1. Locate the supplied “U” shaped rubber trim. Peel back approx. 2 “of the red lining. FIG 1

2. Starting at one end of the flare, push the trim onto the edge of flare. Make sure the red liner sits inside the flare FIG 2

3. Continue pressing the rubber trim on to the flare in 6” increments. FIG 3

4. Peel back 6inches of the red liner and firmly press the trim to bond to the flare. FIG 4 and 5

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you reach the other end of the flare. Once you master the technique it will proceed quickly.

6. Repeat this process for the remaining fender flares.

Fig a

Fig b

Fig c

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INSTALLING RUBBER TRIM ON NEW FENDER FLARES

Install the rubber edge trim on the outer edge of the fender flare. The outer edge is the side that comes into contact with

the vehicle’s fender. It DOES NOT get installed on the inner edge of the fender flare.

STEP 3

INSTALLING FRONT FENDER FLARES

1. Remove and discard factory mudguard using a T-15 Torx bit and a rivet pry tool. Set screws a side. FIG 2.

2. Place the front flare against the fender flare. Have an assistant Hold the fender flare against the fender flare.

3. Install the factory screw removed in step 1 through the hole in the fender flare and into the factory hole in the rear of the

wheel well where the mudguard was installed. DO NOT TIGHTEN SCREWS AT THIS TIME. FIG 3.

4. Adjust the flare until the front edge lines up with the edge of the bumper cap. FIG 4

5. With the flare securely held in place by your assistant apply slight pressure against the flare.

6. Proceed to the top center dimple in the flare. Use the dimple in the flare as a guide drill a pilot hole through the fender flare

and into the wheel well sheet metal using a 3/32 drill bit. Fig 5

7. Using a 2 mm screw tip on your drill or screw gun Install a supplied 8 x 1” body trim screw into the pilot hole. FIG 6

CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SCREW

8. Continue to apply pressure against the flare and use the other 4 dimples in the flare as a guide to drill 4 pilot holes though the

flare and wheel well sheet metal. FIG 5

9. Apply light pressure against the flare and install 4 supplied 8 x 1” body trim screw into the pilot holes. FIG 6

TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS AT THIS TIME.

CAUTION: TO AVOID SPINNING THE THREAD DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SCREWS

10. Repeat steps above for other side

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STEP 4

INSTALLING REAR FENDER FLARES

IMPORTANT: Make sure you match the fender flare you are installing with the corresponding side of the Vehicle.

The rear fender flare is embossed with either a D (Driver side) or a P (passenger side) on the lower back of the fender flare.

11. Using a stubby ratchet with a T-15 Torx bit remove 5 mounting screws that attach the rear factory mudguard. Discard

mudguard. Set aside screws for use in step 14. FIG 6

12. Using a T-15 Torx bit remove 2 mounting screws from the smaller factory mudguard. Using a pry-tool remove the plastic rivets

from the bottom of the mudguard. Retain the mounting screws. Discard mudguard and rivets. Fig 7

13. Place the front flare against the fender. Have an assistant hold the flare against the fender. Fig 8

14. Start a factory screw removed in step 11 through the first hole in the flare and into the hole in the front of the wheel well where

the mudguard was installed. Repeat process for the rear mudguard. FIG 8 & 9.

Do Not Tighten Screws at this time.

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INSTALLING REAR FENDER FLARE

1. With the flare securely held in place by your assistant apply slight pressure against the fender flare.

2. Proceed to the top center dimple in the flare. Use the hole in the flare as a guide drill a pilot hole through the fender

flare and into the wheel well sheet metal using a 3/32 drill bit. Fig 5

3. Using a 2 mm screw tip on your drill or screw gun Install a supplied 8 x 1” body trim screw into the pilot hole. FIG 6

Remove the plastic reverts

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CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SCREW

4. Continue to apply pressure against the fender flare and use the other 4 dimples in the flare as a guide to drill 4 pilot holes

though the flare and wheel well sheet metal. FIG 5

5. Install 4 supplied 8 x 1” body trim screw into the pilot holes. FIG 6

Tighten all screws at this time. CAUTION: TO AVOID SPINNING THE THREAD DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SCREWS

6. Repeat steps above for other side

INSTALLATION COMPLETE

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PRODUCT CARE

1. Periodically check the product to ensure all fasteners are tight and components are intact.

2. Regular waxing is recommended to protect the finish of the product.

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FAQ’s

1. Fender flares are loose after installation.

Please ensure that all required mounting brackets / hardware’s are installed & tighten correctly.

2. Missing / Excess Hardware.

Re-check hardware count as per the part list.

Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (KAO) warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of

purchase by the original retail consumer. KAO disclaims any other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of fitness

for a particular purpose or an intended use. If the product is found to be defective, KAO may replace or repair the product at our

option, when the product is returned prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, improper installation, or misuse of this product

voids the warranty. KAO’s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes

liability for any incidental or consequential loss or damage.

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