Installing ARMORLITE Jeep Wrangler JK 4-Door Wheelhouse Covers involves a few key steps to ensure a perfect fit and finish. First, prepare your vehicle: make sure it's in park with the emergency brake engaged. Wear gloves to protect your hands. Remove any existing factory carpet wheelhouse covers, then thoroughly clean the sheet metal surface with water and mild dish soap to remove any dirt or debris.
Next, begin the installation. Start with the tail section of the cover, tucking the top edge under the sheet metal trim and the bottom edge under the plastic trim. Position yourself in the rear cargo area to ensure proper alignment. Then, install the main section of the cover over the wheelhouse, making sure the bottom section sits correctly under the seat. Align the hole between the main and tail pieces and secure them using the provided snap-fit connector plug. Tuck the top and bottom edges of the main section under the sheet metal and plastic trim. Ensure the side of the ridge touches the plastic trim to prevent any popping. Repeat these steps on the opposite side to install the other wheelhouse cover.
For optimal results, consider these alignment tips. If you have an ARMORLITE cargo mat, make sure the wheelhouse covers tuck under it for superior water management. If you don't have the cargo mat, ensure the finished edge of the wheelhouse covers follows the contour of your vehicle's wheelhouse and lies flat against the cargo floor. For visual guidance, you can also check out the detailed instructional video at www.GoArmorlite.com/installation.
