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INSTALLATION MANUAL

2157002

Parts List

1

TrailCrusher

 bumper

1

Driver / left side bracket

1

Passenger / right side bracket

1

License plate bracket

1

Bolt plate

8

Bolt retainer

6

Button head cap screw, M6

6

Lock nut, M6

10 Carriage bolt, M12
10 Flange nut, M12
2

Cable tie

Torque Specifications

M12 bolt

58 ft-lbs.

M14 bolt

93 ft-lbs.

Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted

Tools Required

Torque wrench

Ratchet

Socket set

Level

Wrench set

Hex key set

Small screw driver

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Level of Difficulty

Moderate

Notes and Maintenance

Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
To protect the product, wax 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 polished, gloss and other smooth finishes, 

polish may be used to clear small scratches and scuffs on the finish.
Mild automotive detergent may be used to clean the product. Do not use dish detergent, abrasive 

cleaners, abrasive pads, wire brushes or other similar products that may damage the finish.
Refer to the table to the left when securing hardware during the 

installation process to help prevent damage to the product or vehicle.

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Brackets and Hardware

Passenger / right 

side bracket

Driver / left 

side bracket

Summary of Contents for 2157002

Page 1: ... finish Do not use any type of polish or wax that may contain abrasives that could damage the finish For polished gloss and other smooth finishes polish may be used to clear small scratches and scuffs on the finish Mild automotive detergent may be used to clean the product Do not use dish detergent abrasive cleaners abrasive pads wire brushes or other similar products that may damage the finish Re...

Page 2: ... Note The six large bolts from the tow hook and the frame will be re used for the bumper installation Remove the two nuts securing the bracket to the bumper Repeat on the passenger side Step 2 Remove the side braces on each side of the Jeep by removing the four bolts securing each side brace in place Step 3 Disconnect the wiring harness for the license plate light from the body of the Jeep Separat...

Page 3: ... from the Jeep Step 8 Using the four factory bolts removed from the factory tow hook fasten the driver side bracket to the driver side frame end Snug the fasteners but do not fully tighten Step 6 Remove the license plate light nuts and harness Set aside for use in the installation of the new bumper Step 7 Place eight M12 carriage bolts into the new bumper and secure with bolt retainers ...

Page 4: ...racket and the two lower flange nuts on the passenger side bracket first Note M12 fasteners should be torqued to 58 ft lbs M14 fasteners should be torqued to 93 ft lbs Step 10 Place two M12 carriage bolts through the bolt plate and down through the frame Secure with two M12 flange nuts Snug the fasteners but do not fully tighten Step 11 With assistance slide the bumper with the carriage bolts in p...

Page 5: ...ers should be torqued to 93 ft lbs Step 16 Fasten the license plate to the license plate bracket using four M6 button head cap screws and lock nuts Once all four fasteners have been started tighten them all Step 14 Route the factory wiring harness for the license plate light through the large hole on the driver side of the bumper Connect the wiring harness and place the light into the matching hol...

Page 6: ...Step 18 Reconnect the wiring harness and test the function of the license plate light Use the provided cable ties to fasten any loose wiring to the body of the Jeep Step 19 With the bumper installed periodic inspections should be performed to ensure all mounting hardware remains tight To protect your investment see the Notes and Maintenance section on the first page of this instruction manual Cong...

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