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Revised 9.3.15
Installation Instructions:
(Part # SB2843 HD)
2007-2014 Jeep JK HD Tire Carrier Kit
Step 4:
Using masking tape, secure the rear gate in place. Unbolt the
(10) OE
bolts 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. This will prevent tailgate misalignment when OE hardware is removed.
Step 5:
Lift the HD tire carrier into place and secure to
OE
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
OE
bolts. (Fig. C)
NOTE: If the tailgate moved, realign as necessary. Starting a few bolts in the remain-
ing mounting holes will help to ensure the mounting holes are properly aligned.
Step 6:
Torque the
OE
hinge bolts, starting with the outside bolts first, according to manu-
facturers specifications. Carefully, open the rear gate and torque the inner hinge bolts ac-
cording to manufacturer’s.
NOTE: It is recommended to apply medium strength (blue) threadlocker to the OE
hinge bolts.
OE Hinge
Bolts
Rear Gate
Rear Gate
Fig. B
OE Hinge
Bolts
