Step 1: Remove the factory plastic hood that covers the area between the grille and radiator by removing the plastic plugs or screws that fasten it in place.
Step 2: Remove the bolts and mounting plates from the bag kit.
Step 3: Place the SHADOW GRILLE insert over the grille making sure that it is centered on the vehicle.
Step 4: Reach between the grille and radiator and reinstall the bolts, plates and nuts onto the grille insert.
Step 5: Check to make sure the grille is properly in place and tighten the bolts just enough to hold the grille in place.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN as this may cause the grille to crack.

(71105) 99-07 FORD SUPER DUTY PICKUP AND 00-05 FORD EXCURSION, (74105) HORIZONTAL SIDE VENTS
Step 1: Remove the four factory screws that hole the top of the factory grille in place.
Step 2: Remove the bolts and mounting plates from the bag kit.
Step 4: Place the SHADOW GRILLE insert over the grille making sure that it is centered on the vehicle. If you have purchased the side vent pieces install them at this time. NOTE: The installation bolt will go though a hole in the side vent that is closest to the center grille section.
Step 5: Carefully pull the grille forward and reach between the grille and radiator, install the bolts and mounting brackets onto the grille insert and/or the flat washer and nut on the side vent pieces.
Step 6: Check to make sure the grille is properly in place and tighten the bolts just enough to hold the grille in place.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN as this may cause the grille to crack.

(71103) 94-01 DODGE RAM, (71132) 02-05 DODGE RAM, (71156) 06-08 DODGE RAM, 04-UP FORD F150 AND 08- UP FORD SUPER DUTY
Step 1: Remove the bolts and mounting plates from the bag kit.
Step 2: Place the SHADOW GRILLE insert over the grille making sure that it is centered on the vehicle.
Step 3: Reinstall the plates and nuts onto the grille insert. (Verify that the bolts do not come into contact with the radiator)
Step 4: Check to make sure the grille is properly in place and tighten the bolts just enough to hold the grille in place.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN as this may cause the grille to crack.

Note: Please adjust horizontal blades if irregular. This is the result of shipping and handling outside of Putco’s control.

Note: PUTCO recommends applying a high quality automotive wax to maintain the original appearance.