FORM FIT HD 22K12 Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

Hardware Kit

2 – Large Bumpons
2 – Adhesive Backed Pedestals
6 – Pins
6 – # 6 x 5/8" Flat Head Screws
4 – 'L' Brackets
4 – Clip Bodies
2 – Metal Brackets
4 – Large Anti-abrasion Film Pads
2 – Small Anti-abrasion Film Pads
1 – Automotive Surface Cleaner
1 – Tape Strip Sheet

Installation

Note: Proper installation of the adhesive pedestal system requires the use of a #2 Phillips screwdriver, preferably with a long shaft. The
shaft of the screwdriver needs to fit through the hole in the pedestal. Use of the correct screw driver will facilitate a trouble free installation.
Do not attempt to use #1 or smaller Phillips screwdriver or any type of electric screwdriver. See illustration.
1. Start a #6 x 5/8 flat head screw into each pedestal a few turns. The tip of the screw must not protrude into the hole where the attachment
pin will install later. Using a tape measure and grease pencil mark the center of the hood, and positions: 200mm to the left and right of the
center mark. See Illustration #1.
Tip: Use holes on the underside of the hood frame to assist in locating hood center.
2. Dry fit the pedestals using masking tape, or repositionable tape strip supplied to hold them in position. The positions of the pedestals are
shown in illustration #1. Use the center mark on the leading edge of the pedestal for accurate measuring. The fingers incorporated on the
leading edge of the pedestal will help ensure the correct position relative to the hood edge. When correctly positioned the fingers should
contact the leading edge of the hood.
3. Install the bumpons as shown in Illustration #1. Attention: The bumpons must be installed on the hood not the protector!!! If the
bumpons are installed on the protector, they will wear through the paint.
4. Place the hood protector on the pedestals to confirm proper positioning. Ensure the holes in the protector align with those in the pedestals
and confirm the protector is centered on the hood by measuring the overhang of the protector at both sides of the hood. The measurement
should be the same on both sides +/- 2mm. If necessary, reposition the pedestals so all attachment positions are correct and the protector is
well centered. Additionally, the Kia badge should be centered in the opening of the protector.
5. Outline the perimeter of the pedestals with masking tape, or repositionable tape strip supplied to help final installation. Remove the pedestals
and thoroughly clean the outlined area with the alcohol wiping pad. This will insure all wax, finger prints and oils are removed from the hood
surface in the bonding area.
6. Remove the protective backing from the adhesive on the pedestals and install on the hood surface.
Tip: Hook the fingers on the pedestal over the hood edge and rotate the unit into position. After installation, remove the masking tape and
"wet out" the tape to the hood surface by applying pressure with your thumb around the surface of the pedestals.
Hood Protector
HD 22K12
Kia Soul 2012-13

Tools Required

1 – Phillips Screwdriver (#2) Long Shank
1 – Tape Measure
1 – Masking Tape