Front Runner LAVT003 User manual
LAVT003_REV_A01 © 2022 FRONT RUNNER VEHICLE OUTFITTERS
front runner
LAVT003
ENG
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Thank you for purchasing a Front Runner Volkswagen T5/T6 Transporter Ladder.
Before you start, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the Fitting Instructions and the included components.
Refer to Page 2 for a list of all the components, quantities and tools required.
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IMPORTANT WARNING!
IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD
RESULT IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSEMBLING AND SECURING ALL FRONT
RUNNER PRODUCTS TO YOUR VEHICLE, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR AND
DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR FRONT RUNNER PRODUCT PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE NOT THOROUGHLY
FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
NOTE: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by the failure to install the product according to these instructions.
Please call us if you have any questions about the installation of this product.
VOLKSWAGEN T5/T6 TRANSPORTER LADDER
LAVT003_REV_A01 © 2022 FRONT RUNNER VEHICLE OUTFITTERS
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6mm
12mm
TOOLS NEEDED
FIGURE 1.1
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IN THE BOX
1 1 X T5 Stud Plate Tape Assembly
2 1 X Top Step
3 2 X Ladder Side
4 4 X Ladder Rung (228mm Long)
5 1 X Bottom Bracket Assembly
6 8 X M6 x 25 Thread Forming Screw
7 1 X Leg Clamp Bracket
8 2 X M6 x 12 x 1 Flat Washer
9 2 X M6 x 40 Button Head Bolt
10 1 X T6 Stud Plate Tape Assembly
11 6 X M6 x 16 Flange Button Head
12 6 X M6 Nyloc Nut
13 6 X M6 Nut Cap
5mm
1 X YES LAVT003_006 -
2 X YES LAVT003_004 -
3 X - LAVT003_012 -
4 X - LAVT003_013 -
5 X YES LAVT003_008 -
6 X - TSM6X25 -
7 X - LAVT003_020 -
8 X - FWM6X12X1 -
9 X - BHM6X40 -
10 X YES LAVT003_007 -
11 X - BHFM6X16 -
12 X - NNM6 -
13 X - NNC6 -
14 X - NNM8 -
15 X - NNC8 -
16 X - FC091 -
17 X - JNM6 -
18 1 X - BHM6X25 -
19 1 X - JNTM6 -
IN THE BOX
14 2 X M8 Nyloc Nut
15 2 X M8 Nut Cap
16 1 X Pinch Weld (200mm Long)
17 1 X M6 Jack Nut
18 1 X M6 x 25 Button Head
19 1 X Jack Nut Tool
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15
10
11
13
12
4
1
3
2
9
8
7
5
11
6
16
19
18
17
Torx
T30/50
10mm
13mm
Anti-
Rust
Anti-
Seize Marker
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FIT AND SECURE
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2.1
2.2
2.3
Loosly assemble the Top Step (Item 2) to the
Ladder Sides (Item 3) using M6 x 16 Flange
Button Head Bols and M6 Nyloc Nuts (Items
11 & 12).
Loosly assemble the Bottom Bracket
(Item 5) to the Ladder Sides (Item 3) using
M6 x 16 Flange Button Head Bols and M6
Nyloc Nuts (Items 11 & 12).
Secure the Ladder Rungs (Item 4) to the
Ladder Sides (Item 3) using M6 x 25 Thread
Forming Screws (Item 6).
Fully tighten all fasteners.
Place M6 Nut Caps (Item 13) over all Nyloc
Nuts (Item 12).
11
12
3
2
12
11
5
3
6
Apply a little Anti seize/oil on screw
threads before inserting.
4
Tightening Torque:
M6 : 8-10Nm / 5.9 ft lb - 7.38 ft lb
Torx
T30
10mm
Torx
T30
10mm
Torx
T30
Anti-
Seize
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FIT AND SECURE - T5 OR T6 TOP BRACKET
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3.1
3.2
3.3
Ensure rubber strip is placed under the
bracket.
Hook the T5 - Ladder Top Mount (Item 1)
over the top edge of the Rear Door.
Pull the top lip against the top left edge of
the rear door as shown.
1
10
14
15
13mm
Secure the Ladder assembly from 2.3 to the
Top Mount Bracket as shown using a M8
Nyloc Nut and, and fully tighten.
Place M8 Nut Caps (Item 15) over all M8
Nyloc Nuts (Item 14).
Tightening Torque:
M8 : 15-20Nm / 11.06 ft lb - 14.75 ft lb
Ensure rubber strip is placed under the
bracket.
Hook the T6 - Ladder Top Mount (Item 10)
over the top edge of the Rear Door.
Pull the top lip against the top left edge of
the rear door as shown.
T5 - TOP BRACKET
T6 - TOP BRACKET
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FIT AND SECURE - T5 OR T6 TOP BRACKET
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3.4
3.5
For permanent fitment refer to page 6.
16
9
8
7
13mm
4mm
Place the Pinch Weld on the vehicle door,
where the Leg Clamp Bracket will sit.
Hook the Leg Clamp Bracket (Item 7) over
the rear hatch and secure to the ladder
assembly using M6 x 40 Button Head Bolts
and M6 x 12 x 1 Flat Washers (Items 8 & 9)
Tightening Torque:
M6 : 8-10Nm / 5.9 ft lb - 7.38 ft lb
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FIT AND SECURE - PERMANENT FITMENT
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4.1
4.2
4.3
Remove the Leg Clamp Bracket (Item 7) and
mark the centre of the hole as shown.
Remove the Ladder.
Drill a 6mm pilot hole and open to 12mm.
Apply Anti-Rust around all holes drilled.
Insert a M6 x 25 Button Head Bolt (Item 18)
into the Jack Nut Tool (Item 17) and loosely
fit a Jack Nut (Item 19) to the button head
bolt as shown.
Using the Jack Nut Tool and a M6 x 25 button
head bolt, set the M6 jack nut into both the
holes, opened in step 6.1.
Using a cordless driver and a 4mm allen
cordless bit, set the jack nut into the hole
while holding the Jack Nut Tool, to prevent
the Jack Nut from turning.
Secure the Ladder to the rear hatch using a
M6 x 25 Button Head Bolt (Item 18).
Place the Pinch Weld (Item 16) on the
vehicle door, where the Leg Clamp Bracket
will sit.
Hook the Leg Clamp Bracket (Item 7) over
the rear hatch and secure to the ladder
assembly using M6 x 40 Button Head Bolts
and M6 x 12 x 1 Flat Washers (Items 8 & 9)
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17
19
17
16
18
7
8
9
6mm
12mm
Anti-
Rust
4mm
4mm
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INSTALL OTHER VEHICLE AND RACK ACCESSORIES
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FINISH
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Congratulations! You did it. Take a step back and admire your work!
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