24 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab Raptor Style Step Kit
Installation Guide by Rough Country
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Rough Country for your vehicle needs. This guide provides instructions for installing the 24 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab Raptor Style Step Kit. Please read all instructions before beginning. Verify all parts against the kit contents and ensure you have all necessary components.
For questions, contact Rough Country at 1-800-222-7023. Periodically check all fasteners for proper torque and tightness, and ensure adequate clearance between components.
Kit Contents
- Driver Side Step Rail x1
- Pass Side Step Rail x1
- Dr Fr Bracket x1
- Dr Center Bracket x1
- Dr Rr Bracket x1
- Pass Fr bracket x1
- Pass Center Bracket x1
- Pass Rr Bracket x1
Tools Needed
- 10mm Wrench or Socket
- 13mm Wrench or Socket
Hardware Included
- 6mm Flag Bolt x6
- 6mm Flat Washer x12
- 6mm Lock Nut x12
- 8mm x 30mm Hex Bolt x12
- 8mm Lock Washer x12
- 8mm flat Washer x12
Torque Specifications
| Size | Grade 5 | Grade 8 | Size | Class 8.8 | Class 10.9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/16" | 15 ft/lbs | 20ft/lbs | 6MM | 5ft/lbs | 9ft/lbs |
| 3/8" | 30 ft/lbs | 35ft/lbs | 8MM | 18ft/lbs | 23ft/lbs |
| 7/16" | 45 ft/lbs | 60ft/lbs | 10MM | 32ft/lbs | 45ft/lbs |
| 1/2" | 65 ft/lbs | 90ft/lbs | 12MM | 55ft/lbs | 75ft/lbs |
| 9/16" | 95 ft/lbs | 130ft/lbs | 14MM | 85ft/lbs | 120ft/lbs |
| 5/8" | 135ft/lbs | 175ft/lbs | 16MM | 130ft/lbs | 165ft/lbs |
| 3/4" | 185ft/lbs | 280ft/lbs | 18MM | 170ft/lbs | 240ft/lbs |
Installation Instructions
Driver Side Installation
1. Locate the three (3) step brackets for the driver's side of the vehicle. Refer to the diagram on Page 1 for placement.
2. Install the driver side brackets in the stock location using the supplied 8mm Hex Bolts, flat washers, and lock washers. Do not fully tighten at this time. [See Photo 1].
[Image: Driver side brackets being attached to the vehicle frame using 8mm bolts, washers, and lock washers. Arrows indicate the mounting points.]
3. Place the step board onto the installed brackets and align the mounting holes. Install the three (3) flag nuts into the step board. [See Photo 2].
[Image: The step board is positioned onto the previously installed brackets. Arrows show how the board aligns with the brackets.]
4. Secure the flag nuts to the step brackets using the supplied 6mm Flag Bolts, flat washers, and lock nuts. [See Photo 3].
[Image: Close-up view showing 6mm Flag Bolts, flat washers, and lock nuts being used to attach the step board to the brackets.]
5. Tighten the 8mm bolts securing the brackets to the vehicle body using a 13mm socket/wrench. Then, tighten the 6mm bolts securing the step board to the brackets using a 10mm socket/wrench. [See Photo 4 & 5].
[Image: A 13mm wrench is shown tightening the 8mm bolts that secure the mounting brackets to the vehicle's chassis.]
[Image: A 10mm wrench is shown tightening the 6mm bolts that attach the step board to the mounting brackets.]
Passenger Side Installation
6. After completing the installation on the driver's side, proceed to the passenger side and repeat the entire installation process. [See Photo 6].
[Image: The completed Raptor Style Step Kit installed on the passenger side of a 2024 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab.]
Final Checks
7. Periodically check all hardware to ensure it remains tight.
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