Installation Guide for APS models including: IB-042C H iBoard Side Step Running Board, IB-042C H, iBoard Side Step Running Board, Side Step Running Board, Step Running Board, Running Board, Board

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APS Running Boards (Nerf Bars Side Steps Step Bars) Compatible with Ford F150 2004-2008 Regular Cab (Exclude 04 Heritage) (304 Stainless Steel Polished Silver 5 inches) : Automotive

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READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE START ING INSTALLATION. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX AND VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. ASSISTANCE IS RECOMMENDED.
*ROCKER PANEL MOUNT *NO DRILLING REQUIRED

PART#: IB-042C&H

Fastener Size Tightening Torque (ft-lbs)

6mm

6-7

8mm

16-18

10mm

31-32

12mm

56-58

14mm

92-94

Required
X  X X X

PART LIST Driver Side Step Bar

Front

Passenger Side Step Bar

1#

1#

1#

1#

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Description

1# 4 Mounting Brackets

Mounting Bracket List
Item QTY

Hardware Package A (For Bracket Installation)

Item QTY

Description

Item QTY

1# 8 M8X1.25-30mm Hex Bolts

4# 4 M8 Hex Nuts

2# 12 M8 Flat Washers

5# 4 M8 Clip Nuts

3# 8 M8 Lock Washers

Description Description

1#

2#

3#

4#

5#

Hardware Package B (For Stainless Steel Step Bar Installation)

Item QTY

Description

Item QTY

Description

1# 8 M8X1.25-35mm Carriage Bolts

3# 8 M8 Nylon Lock Nuts

2# 8 M8 Large Flat Washers

4# 4 Sliders (Packed with Step Bars)

1 #

2 #

3 #

4 #

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STEP 1
Starting on the driver side front of the vehicle. Locate the (2) holes on pinch weld. Next, locate the rectangular opening and (2) small holes in the inner side of the body panel directly above the holes in the pinch weld, (Fig 1). Installation will use only the forward holes in each mounting location. NOTE: The holes in the inner of body panel may be covered by sealing tapes or insulation, remove as required.
Front

STEP 3
Select a Mounting Bracket. Attach the Mounting Bracket to the installed M8 Clip Nut with the included (1) M8x1.25-30mm Hex Bolt, (1) M8 Lock Washer and (1) M8 Flat Washer. Attach the lower hole to the pinch weld with (1) M8x1.25-30mm Hex Bolt, (1) M8 Lock Washer and (2) M8 Flat Washers, (1) M8 Hex Nut, (Fig 3). Do not fully tighten hardware at this time. NOTE: * All (4) Mounting Brackets are universal. * Depending on model and year, the brake cable may be run on the inside or outside of the Bracket.

(Fig 1) Driver Side Mounting Bracket Locations
STEP 2
Slide (1) M8 Clip Nut into the rectangular opening with the nut towards the inside. Line up the threaded nut on the clip with the round hole toward the front of the vehicle, (Fig 2). NOTE: If necessary, hold a mounting Bracket up in position to determine the correct factory mounting holes.

Front

M8 Clip Nut

(Fig 2) Driver Side Front Mounting Bracket Location

(1) M8 Clip Nut (1) M8x1.25-30mm Hex Bolt (1) M8 Lock Washer (1) M8 Flat Washer
(1) M8x1.25-30mm Hex Bolt (1) M8 Lock Washer (2) M8 Flat Washers (1) M8 Hex Nut
(Fig 3) Driver Side Front Mounting Bracket Installation
STEP 4
Move to the driver side rear mounting location, (Figs 1&4). Locate the last (2) mounting holes in the pinch weld, (Figs 1&4). Repeat Steps 2--3 for the Driver Rear Mounting Bracket installation. NOTE: All (4) Mounting Brackets are universal.

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M8 Clip Nut

Attention
Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.
In order to protect your bars/boards, please use mild soap/non-abrasive products for cleaning only.

(Fig 4) Driver Side Rear Mounting Bracket Location
STEP 5
Once all (2) Driver side mounting brackets are installed, then proceed to the Step Bar installation. (Figs 5 & 6) (1) Select (1) Slider and (2) M8X1.25-35mm Carriage Bolts; (2) Install (2) M8X1.25-35mm Carriage Bolts in (1) Slider. (3) Slide the Slider (with carriage bolts) to the Step Bar. (4) Repeat to install the other (1) slider to the step bar. (5) Attach the Step Bar (with the Sliders) onto the installed mounting brackets. Position the Sliders to the installed brackets. Secure the Step Bar to the installed Brackets by using (4) M8 Large Flat Washers and (4) M8 Nylon Lock Nuts and (2) Sliders, (Fig 6). Do not fully tighten hardware at this time. Note: The Sliders are packed with the Step Bars. Level and adjust the Step Bar and fully tighten all hardware. Repeat Steps 1-5 for the other side Step Bar installation. The installation is completed!!!

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Slider

(2) Carriage Bolts

(Fig 5) Slider Installation

Slider with (2) Carriage Bolts

Step Bar

Slider (w/ installed Carriage Bolts)

Step Bar (Bottom View)
Mounting Bracket
(2) M8 Large Flat Washers (2) M8 Nylon Lock Nuts

(Fig 6) Step Bar Installation

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