TAC 2005-2024 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Instruction Manual

• Fits: 2005-2024 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab, 2005-2012 Suzuki
  Equator Crew Cab
• Part Number: 3S-N1182
• Website: www.tacautoparts.com
• Material: Steel
• Finish: Gloss Black

Product Usage Instructions

Parts List

• 1 Driver/Left Side Bar
• 1 Passenger/Right Side Bar
• 3 Left Offset Mounting Brackets
• 3 Right Offset Mounting Brackets

Installation Procedure

1. Remove contents from the box and verify all parts are present. Read instructions carefully.

Maintenance

• To protect your investment, wax the product after installation.
• 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 stainless steel, aluminum polish may be used to polish small scratches and scuffs on the finish. Mild soap may also be used to clean the Sidebar. For gloss black finishes, mild soap may be used to clean the Sidebar.

Q: Can these sidebars be installed on other vehicle models?

• A: These sidebars are specifically designed for the 2005-2024 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab and 2005-2012 Suzuki Equator Crew Cab models. They may not fit other vehicle models without modifications.

PARTS LIST

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3″ SIDEBARS 2005-2024 NISSAN FRONTIER CREW CAB 2005-2012 SUZUKI EQUATOR CREW CAB PART# 3S-N1182

PROCEDURE:

1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM THE BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
2. Remove the existing factory running boards or side steps if equipped. Place Brackets on the ground in the order as pictured above.
3. Select the driver-side front Mounting Bracket, (Figure 1A). Attach the Bracket to the threaded studs at the front mounting location, (Figure 1B), with the included (2) 8mm Flat Washers, (2) 8mm Lock Washers, and (2) 8mm Hex Nuts. Do not tighten at this time.
   • IMPORTANT: Top mounting holes in Brackets are offset toward the front or back, (Figures 1A and 2A). Use the illustrations to select the proper Mounting Bracket for each location.
4. Repeat Step 3 for the driver-side center, (Figures 2A and 2B), and rear Mounting Bracket installation, (Figures 3A & 3B).
   • IMPORTANT: Use the illustrations to select the proper Mounting Bracket for all locations. Center Bracket installation is unique.
5. Carefully place the driver’s Sidebar onto the Mounting Brackets. Bolt the Sidebar to the Brackets with the included (6) 8mm Hex Bolts, (6) 8mm Lock Washers, and (6) 8mm Flat Washers, (Figure 3B). Snug hardware but do not tighten.
6. Level and adjust the Sidebars as desired and tighten all hardware.
7. Repeat Steps 2 – 6 for passenger Sidebar installation.
8. Do periodic inspections of the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.

• To protect your investment, wax this product after installation. 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 stainless steel: Aluminum polish may be used to polish small scratches and scuffs on the finish. Mild soap may be used also to clean the Sidebar.
• For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Sidebar.

Driver Side Installation Pictured

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