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How to Install Rugged Ridge Black Grab Handle Kit, 5 Piece on your Wrangler

Installation Time

10 minutes

Tools Required
  • 10mm Socket
  • Socket Wrench
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Installation Instructions:  

Part 1: Installation of front grab handles (Driver and Passenger)  

1. Begin by removing the hard or soft top above the driver and passenger seats.  


2. Take apart the grab handle by removing the straps from the buckles.  


3. Place the grab handle over the roll bar so that the large black rectangle piece is facing upward.  


4. Begin to strap the handle with the Velcro straps, starting in the center.  


5. Strap the outer two Velcro straps.  


6. Repeat steps 1-5 for the other side of the Jeep.  

Part 2: Installation of the rear grab handles (Rear Seats)  

1. This is where the grab handle will be put.  


2. Begin by taking removing the two 10mm screws next to the top speaker with a 10mm socket. NOTE: The washer that comes off when you take the screw out will be used again.  


3. Once the screws are out, take one of the screws provided and place the washer through it. Then place the grab handle onto the screw, and finally place the washer taken out in step 2 onto the screw.  


4. Place this screw into either of the holes and slightly tighten it by hand.  


5. Tighten the screw with the 10mm socket.  


6. Repeat steps 3-5 for the other side of the grab handle.  

7. For the other door of the Jeep, repeat steps 1-6.  


Part 3: Interior dual grab handle (above driver and passenger seats)  

1. Find the two 10mm screws above the driver and passenger seats, and remove them. NOTE: Both the screw and the washer that are removed will be reused. (Left photo = driver side, right photo = passenger side)  


2. Take one screw and washer, that was just taken out, and place one end of the grab handle through it.  


3. Place this in the hole and tighten the screw with the 10mm socket.  


4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other side of the grab handles.