King 4WD 17050101 RTG Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 3

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Revised 9.3.19

Installation Instructions:

(Part # 17050101 RTG)

2007-2018 Jeep JK Heavy Duty Tire Carrier Kit

Step 5:

Lift the HD tire carrier into place and secure to

hinge points using the previously

removed

(4) OE

bolts. Tighten the

(4) OE

hinge bolts. Make sure all remaining HD tire

carrier mounting holes line up with existing holes in the rear gate before tightening the

bolts. (Fig. C)

NOTE: If the tailgate moved, realign as necessary. Starting a few bolts in the

remaining mounting holes will help to ensure the mounting holes are properly aligned.

Step 6:

Torque the

hinge bolts, starting with the outside bolts first, according to

manufacturers specifications. Carefully, open the rear gate and torque the inner hinge bolts
according to manufacturer’s.

NOTE: It is recommended to apply medium strength (blue) threadlocker to the OE hinge

bolts.

Summary of Contents for 17050101 RTG

Page 1: ...Qty 12mm 1 75 X 35 40mm Hex Head Bolt Gr 8 8 4 12mm 1 75 Nylock Nut 4 12mm Flat Washer 4 6mm 1 0 X 20mm Hex Head Bolt Gr 8 8 4 6mm 1 0 Nylock Nut 4 6mm Flat Washer 8 8mm 1 25 X 40mm Hex Head Bolt Gr 1...

Page 2: ...lts securing the upper and lower OE hinges to the rear gate Save the OE hardware for reinstallation Fig B NOTE Place a block of wood between the bumper and the tailgate placing slight pressure on both...

Page 3: ...sting holes in the rear gate before tightening the OE bolts Fig C NOTE If the tailgate moved realign as necessary Starting a few bolts in the remaining mounting holes will help to ensure the mounting...

Page 4: ...Revised 9 3 19 Installation Instructions Part 17050101 RTG 2007 2018 Jeep JK Heavy Duty Tire Carrier Kit Fig D RTG Tire Carrier OE Bolts RTG Tire Carrier Fig C...

Page 5: ...e using the supplied 5 10mm X 30mm bolts and hardware Leave the bolts loose at this time Lay the spare tire face down on the ground and install the wheel mount bracket temporarily onto the spare tire...

Page 6: ...supplied 12mmX 35mm bolts and hardware Torque 12mm hardware to 80 ft lbs Fig G NOTE The size of the spare tire will determine the mounting height of the bracket If possible it is better to have the t...

Page 7: ...te mounting holes and HD tire carrier using the 8 supplied 8mm X 40mm bolts and washers Torque the 8mm hardware to factory ft lbs Fig H Step 12 Install the spare tire to the tire mount bracket and sec...

Page 8: ...third brake light assembly using the 2 previously removed OE screws Fig I Step 15 Depending on the mounting position of the third brake light assembly the wiring harness may need to be extended Exten...

Page 9: ...t Step 16 Adjust the HD tire gate assembly for level and re torque mounting hardware as necessary Step 17 Installation is now complete Fig J Step 18 Periodically check and re torque mounting hardware...

Page 10: ...are free from defects in material and workmanship All other warranties and representations express or implied are hereby disclaimed including fitness for merchantability and buyer s intended use or pu...

Page 11: ...ur passengers and others sharing the road King 4WD s accessories are decorative and are not intended to reduce or avoid injury or damage in the event of an accident The weight and location of King 4WD...