I I I . I N S T A L L A T I O N
BACKPACKER LIFT SYSTEM INSTALLATION
WARNING! Prevent product and/or vehicle damage! The Backpacker Lift should be installed by an authorized service technician only.
NOTE: Use only the supplied hardware to install the Backpacker Lift System.
NOTE: If you are installing the Backpacker into a
Follow these steps to install the Backpacker:
1.Remove the rear seat from the van according to the vehicle manufacturer removal instructions.
2.Route the Backpacker wiring harness through the vehicle. See “Wiring Harness Installation.”
WARNING! Prevent product damage! Route the wiring harness through the vehicle rather than under the vehicle to avoid coming in contact with sharp edges, extreme temperatures, moving parts, and roadway debris. Power shorts may occur if wires come in contact with hot exhaust parts or sharp edges.
WARNING! Never attach the wiring harness to a secondary power source. Do not attempt to use trailer wiring to power the lift system. The wiring harness must be connected directly to the vehicle battery.
NOTE: If your lift is equipped with an optional onboard battery, refer to “Onboard Battery Installation.”
3.Position a securement system floor plate over each set of floor locks that hold the rear seat to the floor of the van. See figure 1.
NOTE: Securement systems vary depending on vehicle manufacturer. While these instructions describe basic installation for most vehicles, your securement system may require separate parts based on the make of your vehicle. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with your securement system or contact your autho- rized Pride Provider for more information.
4.Secure each floor plate to the floor of the van using the supplied mounting hardware. See figure 1. Do not fully tighten the mounting hardware at this time.
5.Position the
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Figure 1. Basic Securement System Installation
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