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How to Install Rugged Ridge Steering Box Skid Plate on your 1987-1995 Wrangler
Shop Parts in this Guide
| SR No. | Contents: | QTY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | YJ Steering Skid Plate | 1 |
| 2 | 12mm Hex Bolt | 2 |
| 3 | 12mm FlatWasher | 2 |
| 4 | 12mm LockWasher | 2 |
| 5 | 8mm Hex Bolt | 2 |
| 6 | 8mm Flat washer (small) | 4 |
| 7 | 8mm LockWasher (small) | 2 |
| 8 | 8mm Standard Nut (small) | 2 |
NOTE: This skid plate is designed to be used with the stock bumper. Some aftermarket bumpers may require modifications.
1. Position skid plate up to the steering box with the front flange flush to the bottom of the bumper to make sure the rear side mounting holes will line up with the bolts in the steering box.
2. Remove top rear steering box bolt as shown. This step is necessary to gain access to the side steering box bolts with a socket in step 2.
3. Remove two side steering box bolts as shown. These holes will be used to mount the steering box skid plate.
4. Place skid plate in location to line up with the two side steering box holes. Use the supplied 12mm hardware to mount skid plate. Do not use lock washers at this time. Hand tighten only as the skid plate will have to be removed. Mark the two front mounting holes on the bottom of the bumper. Remove skid plate and drill holes to 3/8" diameter.
5. After drilling holes, place skid plate back into position and hand tighten side steering box bolts using the supplied flat washers and lock washers. Also use front bumper 8mm mounting hardware to secure skid plate into position. Tighten bolts evenly to ensure proper fitment.
6. Insert top rear steering box bolt back into its proper position and tighten. The installation of your YJ Steering Skid Plate is now complete!
