II Mount Kit Personal Plow Nissan Frontier/Pathfinder 2005 .

July 15, 2019Lit. No. 29316, Rev. 0231313MOUNT KIT PERSONAL PLOWNissan Frontier/PathfinderInstallation InstructionsCAUTIONRead this document before installing thesnowplow.CAUTIONSee your sales outlet/website for specificvehicle application recommendations beforeinstallation. The online selection system hasspecific vehicle and snowplow requirements.A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, LLC2005–

31313SAFETY DEFINITIONSWARNING/CAUTION & INSTRUCTIONLABELSWARNINGBecome familiar with and inform users about thewarning/caution and instruction labels on the back ofthe blade.Indicates a potentially hazardous situationthat, if not avoided, could result in death orserious personal injury.NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, seeyour sales outlet.CAUTIONIndicates a potentially hazardous situationthat, if not avoided, may result in minor ormoderate injury. It may also be used to alertagainst unsafe practices.Warning/Caution LabelNOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can leadto damage to your snowplow and vehicle or otherproperty. Other useful information can also bedescribed.Instruction LabelLit. No. 29316, Rev. 022July 15, 2019

31313SAFETY PRECAUTIONSPERSONAL SAFETYImproper installation and operation could causepersonal injury and/or equipment and property damage.Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manualbefore installing, operating, or making adjustments. Remove the ignition key and put the vehicle inPARK or in gear to prevent others from startingthe vehicle during installation or service. Wear only snug-fitting clothing while working onyour vehicle or snowplow.WARNING Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure longhair.Lower the blade when vehicle is parked.Temperature changes could changehydraulic pressure, causing the blade todrop unexpectedly or damaging hydrauliccomponents. Failure to do this could result inserious personal injury. Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes frombattery acid, gasoline, dirt, and dust. Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the engine,radiator, hoses, and exhaust pipes. Always have a fire extinguisher rated BC handy,for flammable liquids and electrical fires.WARNINGThe driver shall keep bystanders clear of theblade when it is being raised, lowered, or angled.Do not stand between the vehicle and the bladeor within 8 feet of a moving blade. A moving orfalling blade could cause personal injury.FIRE AND EXPLOSIONWARNINGGasoline is highly flammable and gasolinevapor is explosive. Never smoke whileworking on vehicle. Keep all open flamesaway from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe upany spilled gasoline immediately.WARNINGKeep hands and feet clear of the blade andA-frame when mounting or removing thesnowplow. Moving or falling assemblies couldcause personal injury.Be careful when using gasoline. Do not use gasolineto clean parts. Store only in approved containers awayfrom sources of heat or flame.WARNINGCELL PHONESDo not exceed GVWR or GAWR including theblade and ballast. The rating label is found onthe driver-side vehicle door cornerpost.A driver's first responsibility is the safe operation ofthe vehicle. The most important thing you can doto prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and payattention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operateMobile Communication Equipment such as cell phones,text messaging devices, pagers, or two-way radios.WARNINGTo prevent accidental movement of the blade,always turn the control OFF whenever thesnowplow is not in use. The power indicatorlight will turn OFF.VENTILATIONWARNINGWARNINGRemove blade assembly before placingvehicle on hoist.Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes.Breathing these fumes, even in lowconcentrations, can cause death. Neveroperate a vehicle in an enclosed area withoutventing exhaust to the outside.CAUTIONRefer to the online selection system forminimum vehicle recommendations andballast requirements.Lit. No. 29316, Rev. 023July 15, 2019

31313NOISEINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSAirborne noise emission during use is below 70 dB(A)for the snowplow operator.NOTE: For easier assembly and installation, thevehicle and all snowplow components shouldbe on a smooth, level, hard surface, such asconcrete.VIBRATIONOperating snowplow vibration does not exceed2.5 m/s2 to the hand-arm or 0.5 m/s2 to the wholebody.1.Remove the bumper fascia from the front ofthe vehicle. Retain the fascia and fasteners forreinstallation if the snowplow mount is removed.TORQUE CHARTCAUTIONRead instructions before assembling.Fasteners should be finger tight untilinstructed to tighten according to the torquechart. Use standard methods and practiceswhen attaching snowplow, including properpersonal protective safety equipment.2. Remove the tow hook(s), if equipped, from theunderside of the vehicle frame rails. Retain thetow hook(s) and fasteners for reinstallation if thesnowplow mount is removed.3. Align the two holes in the top of thepassenger-side mount plate with the tow hookholes in the underside of the vehicle framerail. Place one 1/2" lock washer on each oftwo M12 x 1.25 cap screws, and attach thepassenger-side mount plate to the frame rail.Hand tighten the fasteners.Recommended Fastener Torque ChartInch Fasteners Grade 5 and Grade 8Torque (ft-lb)Torque etric Fasteners Class 8.8 and 10.9Torque (ft-lb)Torque (ft-lb)SizeM6 x 1.00M8 x 1.25M10 x 1.50M12 x 1.75M14 x 2.00M16 x 2.00M18 x 953.393148231318SizeM20 x 2.50M22 x 2.50M24 x 3.00M27 x 3.00M30 x 3.50M33 x 3.50M36 x 4.00Class8.8325428562796111714681952Class10.9Holes inFrame Rail4506137781139154521012701These torque values apply to fastenersexcept those noted in the instructions.Lit. No. 29316, Rev. 024July 15, 2019

313134. Repeat Step 3 on the driver's side of the vehicle.9. Bend the two cap screws with handles as shownbelow.5. Align the four holes in each side of the pushbeamwith the holes in the mount plates. Attach thepushbeam to the mount plates using eight1/2" x 1-1/4" cap screws (four on each end). Placea 1/2" locknut on each cap screw, and fully tightenaccording to the torque chart.6. Fully tighten the fasteners securing the mountplates to the frame rails according to the torquechart.7.Measure the distance between the pushbeamrear hole and the ground. If it exceeds 11-1/2",install the accessory Height Adapter PlateKit (PN 77555) to ensure optimum plowingperformance.10. Insert a 1/2" x 1-1/4" cap screw with handleinto the large hole in the passenger's side ofthe vehicle frame rail, pass it out through thepreviously drilled 17/32" hole in the frame rail, andthrough the mount plate. Attach a 1/2" locknut andfully tighten according to the torque chart. Repeaton the driver's side.CAUTIONUse caution not to pinch, cut, or drill throughany wires or hoses running along the framerails.8. Using the remaining hole in the passenger-sidemount plate as a guide, drill a 17/32" hole intothe side of the vehicle frame rail. Repeat on thedriver's side.11. Bend the ends of the cap screws with handlesagainst the frame rail.NOTE: After five to ten hours of snowplow usage,retorque all mount assembly fasteners.Drill 17/32"hole.Lit. No. 29316, Rev. 025July 15, 2019

31313The company reserves the right under its product improvement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment whenso altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used. This equipment manufacturer or the vehicle manufacturer may require orrecommend optional equipment for snow removal. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow. The company offers a limited warranty forall snowplows and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information.Printed in U.S.A.Lit. No. 29316, Rev. 026July 15, 2019

Nissan Frontier/Pathfi nder 2005–_ Installation Instructions. Lit. No. 29316, Rev. 02 2 July 15, 2019 . Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manual before installing, operating, or making adjustments. . II Mount Kit Personal Plow Nissan Frontier/Pathfinder 2005-_ #31313