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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PART#: 17A112100SS/17A112100A
NISSAN X-TERRA/FRONTIER 05-08 GRILL GUARD
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1ST STAGE
PARTS LIST:
1
1
1
1
1
Grille Guard
Driver/Left Mounting Bracket
Passenger/Right Mounting Bracket
Driver/Left Top Bracket
Passenger/Right Top Bracket
Passenger Side
Mounting Bracket
Passenger Side Top Bracket
4
6
6
16
4
4
12-1.25mm x 40mm Hex Head Bolts (fine thread)
12-1.75mm x 35mm Hex Head Bolts
12mm Nylock Nuts
12mm ID x 29mm OD x 3mm Flat Washers
6-1.00mm x 30mm Button Head Bolts
6mm ID x 18mm OD x 1.5mm Flat Washers
Driver Side Mounting
Bracket
Driver Side Top Bracket
PROCEDURE:
1. REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT. READ INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
2. From underside of vehicle, remove the factory tow hook located on the passenger side. NOTE: You
will not be re-installing tow hook.
3. Locate the driver side Mounting Bracket and partially hang it from factory threaded holes in the frame
rail using the included (2) 12-1.25 x 40mm Hex Head Bolts (fine thread), and (2) 12mm Flat Washers
(Figure 1). Repeat this step for passenger side.
4. Open the hood and remove the four plastic fasteners across the top of the grille shell (Figure 2).
5. Locate driver side Top Bracket. Slightly pull on the factory grille shell as you insert the Top Bracket
through upper corner in the grille shell panel (Figure 4). Orient Top Bracket to factory threaded hole in
the radiator support and attach it to vehicle using the included (1) 6mm x 30mm Button Head Bolt and
(1) 6mm Flat Washer (Figure 5 & 6). Do not tighten at this time.
6. With help position Grille Guard on the inner side of Mounting Brackets. Use the included (6) 12mm x
35mm Hex Head Bolts, (6) 12mm Nylock Nuts, and (12) 12mm Flat Washers to attach the Grille Guard
to Mounting Brackets (Figure 7). Do not tighten at this time.
7. Attach Grille Guard to Top Brackets using the included (2) 6mm x 30mm Button Head Bolts and (2)
6mm Flat Washers (Figure 8).
8. Level and adjust Grille Guard properly; and then tighten all hardware at this time.
9. Re-install the upper section of the factory grille shell using the fasteners removed in step four.
10. Do periodic inspections to the installation to make sure that all hardware is secure and tight.
To protect your investment, wax this product after installing. 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 Grille Guard.
For gloss black finishes: Mild soap may be used to clean the Grille Guard.
(Driver Side Installation Shown)
Remove
these plastic
fasteners
from vehicle
Fig 1
Fig 2
Fig 3
Insert Top Bracket
through here
12-1.25mm x 40mm Hex Head
Bolts (fine thread)
12mm Flat Washers
Fig 4
Top Bracket
Mounting Location
Fig 5
Fig 6
Fig 7
12mm x 35mm Hex Head Bolts
12mm Nylock Nuts
12mm Flat Washers
6mm x 30mm Button Head Bolt
6mm Flat Washer
Fig 8
6mm x 30mm Button Head Bolts
6mm Flat Washers
Fig 9
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
2nd STAGE
Step One: Locate hardware. Check contents with the hardware listed below.
QTY
6
6
12
2
DESCRIPTION
M8-1.25 x 20 button head bolts, stainless steel
M8-1.25 acorn nuts, stainless steel
M8 flat washers, stainless steel
rubber gaskets
Step Two: Securing brush guards to center section. Locate the following item’s listed below.
QTY
1
1
DESCRIPTION
brush guard, left side
brush guard, right side
Assemble the brush guards to the center section of the guard as shown in illustration below. Use the hardware
from step one to secure the parts together. Be sure to fully tighten all hardware at this time. Proceed ahead to
stage four of the instruction sheet.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
3rd STAGE
Step One: Locate hardware. Check contents with the hardware listed below.
QTY
8
4
12
4
DESCRIPTION
M6-1.00 x 25mm button head bolts, stainless steel
M6-1.00 acorn nuts, stainless steel
M6 flat washers, stainless steel
rubber gaskets
Step Two: Securing wire insert to brush guards. Locate the following item’s listed below.
QTY
2
DESCRIPTION
wire guard insert, left & right side
Attach one rubber gasket to each end of the wire guard. Peel the paper backing off the rubber gasket. Place the
gasket on the end of the bracket and press firmly till the gasket is secured in place.
Position the wire insert on the driver's side of the vehicle. Align the two holes in the bracket with the two holes
in the brush guard as shown in illustration below. Using the hardware listed in step one, secure the wire insert to
the brush guard. Be sure to fasten both ends before fully tightening hardware. Repeat this procedure on the
opposite side of the vehicle. Be sure to use all hardware supplied and tighten all bolts.