6.
Install the Metal Brackets
at the correct location over the hood edge, aligning the hole in the bottom leg of the bracket with the hole in the expansion plug.
Insert the #8 x 7/16” truss head screw through the metal bracket and into the expansion plug. Tighten the screw into the expansion plug making sure the
leg of the bracket is well seated against the surface of the hood.
See Illustration.
7.
Place the hood protector resting on four (4) metal brackets; aligning the holes in the protector with the holes in the metal brackets. Insert a push type
retainer through the hole in the protector, and into the metal brackets. Ensure the protector is well seated against the surface of the metal bracket, and
push the center pin of the retainer assembly to lock it into place.
See Illustration Step #4.
NOTE:
Engaging the center pin of the “push type retainer” is best accomplished by placing a #2 Philips drive screwdriver into the recess of the center pin. Use
a light force or tap on the end of the screwdriver to seat the pin into the retainer. The retainer can be removed by unthreading the center pin in the
conventional manner with a Philips screwdriver, however initial or subsequent placement is best performed using the “push” method described above.
Protector
Hood
3M Anti Abrasion
Film Pad
Push Type Retainer
Metal Bracket
Square Expansion Plug
#8 x 7/16” Truss Head Screw
8.
Peel and fold two (2) remaining anti-abrasion film pads in half over the edge aligned with the holes in the protector, in the area above the headlights.
See Illustration – Step #8.
9a) Place a clip over each of the anti-abrasion film pads on the edge of the hood as shown in
Illustration – Step9a
.
b) Insert a pin through the protector into each of the clips.
See Illustration – Step 9b.
c) Insert a #6 x 5/8’’ screw through an ‘L’- bracket and into the clip.
See Illustration – Step 9c & 9d.
d) Make sure all the components are well seated together; the protector is centered on the hood, and then tighten the screws into the clips.
Clip Configuration
- Patent No. 6,892,427
Step #9b
Step #8
Step #9a
Step #9c & 9d
10. On some vehicles it may be necessary to adjust the hood bumpers and/or latch for proper clearance.
Note: Do not pull on the protector when opening or closing the hood.
Care Instruction
Clean the protector with a mild soap and water solution or plastic cleaner only. Do not use chemicals or solvents.
Periodically check to make
sure that the hardware is in place and that the protector is secure.
Avoid using automatic car washes.
Do not pull on the protector when opening or
closing the hood.
Thank you for purchasing a
form fit
hood protector. Retain this sheet for care instructions and kit information.
Made in Canada
Rev0.101006
