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How to Install Rough Country Pocket Style Fender Flares - Flat Black (15-17 All, Excluding Raptor) on your Ford F-150
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Please read instructions entirely before installing this product.
Ensure that both left and right hand Fender Flares suit the profile of the vehicle. Note the areas where the Fender Flares come in contact with the vehicle. NOTE: Before fitting Fender Flares remove any moldings, strips or existing flares from the wheel arch. If there is a body side molding, mark where the molding is to be cut, alternatively the Fender Flare can be cut to go around the molding. Be sure to allow enough room for the extrusion.
*PRIOR TO ANY PAINTING & INSTALLATION, PRODUCT SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY INSPECTED FOR ALL COMPONENTS LISTED ABOVE. PRODUCT SHOULD ALSO BE TEST FITTED PRIOR TO ANY PAINTING & INSTALLATION. PLEASE CONTACT ROUGH COUNTRY FOR ANY FITMENT QUESTIONS AND OR MISSING COMPONENTS.
*For Rugged look flares begin installation at STEP 2.
PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS – If Fender Flares are being painted; do not install edge extrusion until painting is complete. Prior to painting, clean all surfaces to be painted using clean water and a mild detergent, do not use lacquer thinner or any solvent based products. Wipe completely dry. Best results will be achieved by wiping the areas to be painted with a tack rag just prior to painting. Most automotive paints can be applied directly to the Fender Flares, however some may require a primer (check paint manufacturer specifications). Good adhesion will be achieved without sanding. Select a paint (and primer if necessary) that is suitable for rigid plastics PMMA (Acrylic). If using a paint system that requires baking, do not expose the product to temperatures above 70°C (158°F). Do not fit the extrusion or any of the hardware to the Fender Flares until the paint is completely dry.
STEP 1: Attach 9 bolts to each Fender Flare using a 3/16” Allen key and a 10.0mm socket wrench/socket. (wrench/socket and Allen key not supplied) Ensure inside of Fender Flares where the rubber seal is attached is clean, using the alcohol wipes provided. Wipe away any residue with a dry clean cloth.
STEP 2: Attach the included rubber seal to the Fender Flares. Peel back 2” of the adhesive backing and position on the Fender Flare. Attach the seal to the Fender Flare, peeling back a few inches at a time. Attach rubber seal along all areas the Fender Flare will make contact with the vehicle body.
STEP 3: Pulling at right angles to the extrusion, remove the liner from the extrusion in small portions and apply thumb pressure to ensure that it adheres to the Fender Flares.
STEP 4: Trim any unnecessary extrusion and discard.
STEP 5: Clean the body areas where the Fender Flares will make contact with a clean cloth.
STEP 6: Locate three (3) 5.5mm bolts and two (2) 7mm bolt.
For models equipped with factory fender flares, removal of factory flares are required, please consult the vehicle service manual for factory fender flare removal.
STEP 7: Remove three (3) 5.5mm bolts and two (2) 7mm bolt, retain for installation of Fender Flares.
STEP 8: Place the Fender Flare onto the vehicle and fit into the correct position following the contours of the body. Use 2 of the retaining clips and 5.5mm bolts to secure the Fender Flare to the body. Make sure the clip securely engages the Fender Flare.
NOTE: If part fits loosely, add more tension by sliding clip upwards before tightening bolt.
STEP 9: Reinstall the remaining 5.5mm bolt and two 7mm bolts.
STEP 10: Repeat installation method for other side. Double check the front Fender Flares to make sure all bolts are tight and clips are securely fastened.
REAR FENDER FLARE INSTALLATION
STEP 11: Attach 9 bolts to each Fender Flare using a 3/16” Allen key and a 10.0mm socket wrench/socket. (wrench/socket and Allen key not supplied) Ensure inside of Fender Flares where the rubber seal is attached is clean, using the alcohol wipes provided. Wipe away any residue with a dry clean cloth.
STEP 12: Attach the included rubber seal to the Fender Flares. Peel back 2” of the adhesive backing and position on the Fender Flare. Attach the seal to the Fender Flare, peeling back a few inches at a time. Attach rubber seal along all areas the Fender Flare will make contact with the vehicle body.
STEP 13: Pulling at right angles to the extrusion, remove the liner from the extrusion in small portions and apply thumb pressure to ensure that it adheres to the Fender Flares.
STEP 14: Trim any unnecessary extrusion and discard.
STEP 15: Clean the body areas where the Fender Flares will make contact.
For models equipped with factory fender flares, removal of factory flares is required, please consult the vehicle service manual for factory fender flare removal.
STEP 16: Place the Fender Flare onto the vehicle and fit into the correct position following the contours of the body. Use 6 of the U-style clips to secure the Fender Flare to the body. Make sure the barb in the clip securely attaches in the slot on the Fender Flare.
STEP 17: Repeat installation method for other side. Double check the front Fender Flares to make sure all bolts are tight and clips are securely fastened. Your installation is now complete. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
