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Westin 42-4005 Installation guide

  • Hello! I've reviewed the installation instructions for the Westin Trailblazer 42-4005 Rocker Guard set, designed for 1987-06 Jeep Wranglers. The document provides detailed steps on positioning, drilling, and securing the guards, emphasizing the use of self-tapping bolts and maintaining a specific gap from the vehicle. I'm ready to answer your questions about this product installation.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PART NUMBER
AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS, INC. 1987-06 Jeep Wrangler
Trailblazer Rocker Guard
REQUIRED TOOLS
42-4005
• Rachet
• Torque Wrench
• Drill, 5/16” Drill Bit
WARRANTY
3 YEARS
PARTS
QTY PRODUCT
1 Rocker Guard Set
(Left and Right)
16 3/8” x 1” Self
Tapping Bolts
REV. 03/04/10 IS-42-4005
www.westinautomotive.com
3. Mark the side of the frame through the mounting holes located in the Rocker Guard bracket. Then
place Guard aside. Center punch the frame where you marked and drill a 5/16” hole in the frame.
CAUTION: Before drilling be sure to check the backside of the frame for possible hazards or
obstructions.
4. Position Rocker Guard back to the frame and line up holes in the mounting brackets with just drilled
holes in the frame. Secure the Rocker Guard to the frame with the included 3/8” x 1” self tapping bolts.
Fully tighten all hardware to 10-15 ft/lb. Be sure to use all hardware supplied and tighten all bolts.
5. Repeat steps two through four for the opposite side.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Drilling and Mounting Location
Westin Automotive Products, Inc. 5200 N. Irwindale Ave., Suite 220, Irwindale, CA 91706
CUSTOMER SERVICE PH: 800-345-8476 TECHNICAL PH: 800 793-7846
Side Rocker Guard Shown
1. Locate hardware and check contents with the hardware listed.
2. Position the Rocker Guard up to the frame. Maintain a ½” minimum
between the bottom of vehicle and the top of the Rocker Guard. Move
the Guard from front to back till is parallel to the side of the frame.
Also make sure it is parallel to the bottom of the vehicle. Assistance
is recommended while positioning Guard up to frame.
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