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2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma
INSTALLATION GUIDE

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PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

A) Install the flares according to these written instructions with the hardware provided
WARNING: Failure to install according to these instructions will invalidate thewarranty. This includes, but is not limited to, using alternative installation methodshardware, or materials. DO NOT USE: Loctite, Superglue, or similar products onthe hardware or the flares. Install flares on cleaned vehicle surfaces.
B) Fit: Verify the fit of the flares to vehicle prior to installation (some filing, sanding, ocutting may be necessary to ensure proper fit).
C) Painting: (Optional) if paint is desired it must be done prior to installing flares onvehicle. Clean outer surface with a good grade degreaser. DO NOT USELACQUER THINNER OR ENAMEL REDUCER AS A DEGREASER. Wipe outesurface thoroughly with a tack rag prior to paint. Application of plastic adhesionpromoter for ABS plastic as per your paint system manufacturer’srecommendations is required. Paint flares using a high-quality enamel, opolyurethane automotive paint. If painting edge trim (not recommended), use a flexadditive.
D) Performance: Using larger Tires may increase the area required to turn thevehicle. Some Tire/Rim combinations may require lowering bump stops and oinstalling steering stops to prevent tire from contacting flare.
E) Exhaust System: Modifications may be necessary to maintain a minimum 4clearance between flares and exhaust pipes. (Exhaust gases should not vendirectly onto flares)
F) Metal Protection: All exposed fasteners and bare metal should be treated with rust resistant paint BEFORE installing flares. Spray inner fender wellswith undercoating AFTER flare attachments have been completed.
G) Decals: Flares may interfere with existing decals on vehicle. If you wish, removedecals prior to installation of flares.
H) Care & Cleaning: Fender flares are built to last; any detergent you use to washyour vehicle is sufficient to clean the flare. Do not use any harsh abrasivedetergents.

TOOLS FOR EASY INSTALLATION:

  • Soft Cloth or Alcohol Wipe
  • 1/2″ or 13mm Wrench
  • Vise Grips or Pliers
  • Socket Wrench
  • 10mm Socket
  • Pry Tool

PLEASE READ: Dirt and debris can become lodged between the fender flares and the vehicle’s fenders, causing scratching and paint wear from vibration. Manufacturer is not responsible for any damage, and the installation of our fender flares is done with the
buyer’s understanding that this scratching and paint wear may occur.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY AGAINST ANY  MANUFACTURING DEFECTS: To claim warranty you must provide Proof of Purchase.

INCLUDED IN HARDWARE KIT:

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SECTION 1: EDGE TRIM INSTALLATION

A) Using a debris-free soft cloth or alcohol wipe, clean vehicle at areas of installation.
B) Peel 2-3 inches of red vinyl backing away from supplied edge trim tape. Applying the adhesive side of the edge trim to the inner side of the flare, affix the edge trim to the top edge of the flare (the portion that comes in contact with the side of the vehicle).
C) Press edge trim into place along the top edge of the flare in one-foot increments, pulling red vinyl backing free as you continue to work your way around the top edge of the flare. Trim edge trim flush with ends of flare. Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - TRIM

SECTION 2: POCKET HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Install a supplied SS Pocket Washer onto each SS PockeTorx Bolt.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - POCKETInsert each Bolt/Washer combination through pocket holes in flare, Bolt head and Washer on the outside.
Place a supplied Pocket Nylock Nut over the end of each bolt and tighten using a 1/2” wrench for the Nut and the supplied T-45 Torx Bit for the Bolt. Repeat for all pockets.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - Nylock

SECTION 3: FRONT FLARE INSTALLATION

If factory mudflap is present, remove 3 factory screws indicated by arrows.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - FLARERemove 1 plastic push pin at lower front of factory flare by turning 90-degrees and pulling out.
Remove 6 factory screws from wheel well as indicated byarrows. NOTE: If factory flare is not present, skip to step 12Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - screwsRemove 1 factory screw from underside of factory flare at rear.
Remove factory flare by pulling firmly away from side of vehicle. Use a pry tool to protect paint if desired.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - firmlyRemove 9 factory clips from fender by twisting 90-degrees and then pulling free with vise grip or pliers. 1 circled factory clip requires force, as outlined in next step.
NOTE: It is possible to leave the factory clips in, however, rattling may occur when the vehicle is driven.
Use a vise grip or pliers to remove 1 factory clip as indicated by circle in Step 10, pulling with a rocking motion.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - rockingAttach 2 supplied #14 “U” Clips to supplied Inner Bracket as shown. Left Front Bracket is marked as “LF” and Right Front Bracket is marked as “RF”
Clip locations.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - ClipLine 3 holes in Inner Bracket with 3 uppermost holes in fender. Start 3 supplied 20mm Hex Screws through Inner Bracket and into holes in fender. Tighten screws.
Aligning flare on fender and pressing toward vehicle, start 2 supplied 20mm Hex Screws through flare and into clips installed on Inner Bracket.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - pressingInstall 4 supplied 20mm Hex Screws through remaining holes in flare and into holes in fender.
Apply pressure to flare towards vehicle body at each fastening point and tighten all fasteners.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - tightenComplete Front Flare Installation.

SECTION 4: REAR FLARE INSTALLATION

If factory mudflap is present, remove 3 factory screws indicated by arrows.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - mudflapRemove 6 factory screws from factory flare as indicated by arrows.
NOTE: If no factory flare is present, skip to Step 25.
Remove 1 factory screw from underside of factory flare atrear.

Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - factoryRemove factory flare by pulling firmly away from side of vehicle. Use a pry tool to protect paint if desired.
Remove 10 factory clips from fender by twisting 90-degrees and then pulling free with vise grips or pliers. 1 circled factory clip requires force, as outlined in next step.
NOTE: It is possible to leave the factory clips in, however, rattling may occur when the vehicle is driven.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - gripsUse a vise grip or pliers to remove 1 factory clip as indicated by circle in Step 23, pulling with a rocking motion.
Aligning flare on fender and pressing toward vehicle, start 7 supplied 20mm Hex Screws through flare and into fender as indicated by arrows.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - pointComplete Rear Flare Installation.Microsoft Word D0002 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma - Complete

Documents / Resources

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