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3 Inch Sidebar

Aires 3 Inch Sidebar Installation guide

  • Hello! I have reviewed the installation instructions for the 3" Sidebar, which is designed for 05-17 Nissan Frontier King Cab and 05-12 Suzuki Equator Extra Cab vehicles. This document includes a detailed parts list and step-by-step procedures for mounting the sidebars, along with care instructions for different finishes. I am ready to answer any questions you have regarding the installation process or the product itself.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3” SIDEBAR
05-17 NISSAN FRONTIER KING CAB
05-12 SUZUKI EQUATOR EXTRA CAB
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3” SIDEBAR
05-17 NISSAN FRONTIER KING CAB
05-12 SUZUKI EQUATOR EXTRA CAB
Page 1 of 2 9/21/17 Rev 2 (DP)
PARTS LIST:
1
Driver/Left Side Bar
12
8-1.25mm x 25mm Combo Bolts
1
Passenger/Right Side Bar
12
8 x 24mm OD x 2mm Flat Washers
3
Driver/Left Side Mounting Brackets
12
8mm Lock Washers
3
Passenger/Right Side Mounting Brackets
12
8-1.25mm Hex Nuts
PROCEDURE:
1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY.
2. Remove the existing factory running boards or side steps, if equipped, by removing the hex nuts
holding the mounting brackets to the inside of the body.
3. Select (1) the driver side Mounting Bracket, (Figure 1). Attach the Bracket to the front mounting
location, with the included (2) 8mm Flat Washers, (2) 8mm Lock Washers and (2) 8mm Hex Nuts,
(Figure 2). Do not tighten at this time. NOTE: Slots in the top of the mounting brackets are off set. Use
the illustration above to select the proper Mounting Bracket.
4. Repeat Step 3 for the driver side center and rear Mounting Bracket installation, (Figure 3).
5. Carefully place the driver Sidebar onto the (3) Mounting Brackets. Attach the Sidebar to the Brackets
with the included (6) 8 x 25mm Combo Bolts. Do not tighten at this time.
6. Level and adjust the Sidebars as desired and tighten all hardware.
7. Repeat Steps 2—6 for passenger Sidebar installation.
8. 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 Sidebar.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Sidebar.
Note offset upper mounting slots.
Use illustration to determine correct
Mounting Bracket
(3) Driver/left
Mounting Brackets
(3) Passenger/right
Mounting Brackets
Driver/left Sidebar
Arrows indicate approximate
location of inserts in bottom
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3” SIDEBAR
05-17 NISSAN FRONTIER KING CAB
05-12 SUZUKI EQUATOR EXTRA CAB
Page 2 of 2 9/21/17 Rev 2 (DP)
Driver Side Installation Pictured
Fig 3
(Fig 2) Driver/left front Bracket pictured
(Fig 1) Driver/left Mounting Bracket
8mm Flat Washers
8mm Lock Washers
8mm Hex Nuts
8mm Flat Washers
8mm Lock Washers
8mm Hex Nuts
(2) 8mm x 25mm
Combo Bolts
8mm x 25mm
Combo Bolts
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