How to Install Westin Pro Traxx 4 in. Oval Step Bar - Black Wrinkle on your Wrangler

1. Remove contents from box, verify if all parts listed are present and free from damage. Carefully read and understand all instructions before attempting installation. Failure to identify damage before installation could lead to a rejection of any claim.

2. Starting at the front driver side mounting location. The bottom rocker mounting hole may be covered by black tape. After removal, insert M10 nut plate through the square hole. Some vehicles may already be equipped with a threaded hole. See Figure 1.

3. Attach the driver front mounting bracket to the vehicle underbody using (1) M10 hex cap screw, (1) M10 split lock washer, and (1) M10 flat washer. See Figure 2.

4. Attach the driver side front support bracket to the pinch weld of the vehicle using (2) M8 hex cap screws, (4) M8 flat washers, (2) M8 split lock washers, and (2) M8 hex nuts. One more holes located on the pinch weld may have to be enlarged using a 5/16”-3/8” drill bit. See Figure 2.

5. Secure the support bracket to the main mounting bracket using (1) M8 hex cap screw, (2) M8 flat washers, (1) M8 split lock washer, and (1) M8 hex nut. See Figure 2. Do not fully tighten mounting & support brackets at this time. 

6. Repeat steps 3-5 for the driver center and rear mounting bracket and support bracket. See Figure 3. Do not fully tighten at this time. 

7. At this time attach the driver side step bar to the driver side mounting brackets using (6) M10 hex socket button head screws, (6) M10 internal toothed lock washers, and (6) M10 flat washers. See Figure 4.

8. Align all mounting brackets and step bar as desired. Tighten all M8 fasteners to 15-18 ft-lbs., M10 hex cap screws to 30 ft-lbs, and M10 button head screws to 18 ft-lbs.

9. Repeat steps 2-8 for passenger side components. 

FASTENERS:

All Westin supplied fasteners must be utilized and installed in accordance with the installation instructions and apply torque to the specifications as defined. DOUBLE CHECK ALL FASTENERS BEFORE INITIAL USE, AND PERIODICALLY IN THE FUTURE TO ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION AND SAFETY.

DRILLING:

Most Westin products do not require drilling for installation. If drilling is defined as required, use caution when drilling a vehicle. FAILURE TO REVIEW AN AREA TO BE DRILLED MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR INJURY TO OTHERS AS WELL AS VEHICLE DAMAGE.

EYE PROTECTION:

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR GOGGLES DURING THE INSTALLATION PROCESS TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY.

MAXIMUM TOWING/CARRYING CAPACITY:

The Westin Receiver Hitches will have a visible tow rating label affixed directly on the product. User should never exceed the vehicle manufacturers maximum tow and weight rating regardless of the capacity of the hitch.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES WILL VOID THE WESTIN WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR INJURY TO OTHERS AS WELL AS VEHICLE DAMAGE.