Installation Guide

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4011 – 2007-2022, MERCEDES SPRINTER 4X4, TRANSMISSION

AND TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE

Version 3.2

General Notes

• For the most up to date and current instructions, please visit our website at www.vancompass.com

• Please read all instructions thoroughly before starting installing Van Compass products.

• This skid plate can be installed with the vehicle on the ground, sitting under its own weight.

• This is a bolt on skid plate that can be installed with simple hand tools. No drilling is required.

• This skid plate can be completely removed, allowing the vehicle to be returned back to stock

configuration if desired.

• The skid plate will need to be removed for transmission service.

• **NOTE** this skid is designed to be used in conjunction with Van Compass 4010 engine skid plate.

Refer to 4010 engine skid plate installation instructions when installing this skid plate. Hardware from

the 4010 engine skid plate kit will be used to install the 4011 transmission / transfer case skid plate

Parts List

4011 – 2007-2022, MERCEDES SPRINTER 4X4, TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE SKID

PLATE

• (1) 401101-01 4X4 TRANSMISSION / TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE, ¼” 6061 AL

• (2) 401101-02 4X4 CROSS MEMBER BRACKET

• (4) CC5-7-12 7/16-14 UNC, GR5 CARRIAGE BOLT, 1.50” LONG

• (1) CC5-7-10 7/16-14 UNC, GR5 CARRIAGE BOLT, 1.0” LONG

• (5) NNC-7 7/16-14 UNC NYLOCK NUT

• (5) WF8-7 7/16” GR8 FLAT WASHER

Tools Needed

• Quality Jack

o Optional – Automobile lift and screw jack

• Simple hand tools:

o Torque Wrench

o Basic wrench and socket set:

▪ SAE sizes: 9/16”, 5/8”

Summary of content (10 pages)

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4011 – 2007-2022, MERCEDES SPRINTER 4X4, TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE Version 3.2 General Notes • • • • • • • For the most up to date and current instructions, please visit our website at www.vancompass.com Please read all instructions thoroughly before starting installing Van Compass products. This skid plate can be installed with the vehicle on the ground, sitting under its own weight. This is a bolt on skid plate that can be installed with simple hand tools. No drilling is required.
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Approximate Installation Time • • Professional shop with automotive lift: Driveway install with floor jack: 30 min – 1 hour 1-2 hours Installation 1) Refer to 4010 – 2007-2022, Mercedes Sprinter 4x4, Engine Skid Plate instructions prior to installing the transmission / transfer case skid. 2) If 4010 engine skid has already been fully installed on the vehicle, follow steps 3-4 below.
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b. Installation of the spacers can be tricky. The easiest way to install them is to insert them from the front corner of the engine skid plate and lay them flat on top of the transmission / transfer case skid. Rotate the spacer up and into place after laying it them on the skid plates. See images below. c. Once a spacer is lined up and in place, install the 3/8-16 x 4.
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7) Install the 7/16-14 x 1.0” long carriage bolt included with this kit in the middle hole location on the skid plate. Again, start the nylock nut and use a washer under it. 8) Install the 401101-02 cross member brackets as shown.
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9) Note; there are two sets of holes in the skid plate to attach the cross member brackets. 2007-2018 NCV3 models will use the forward mounting holes, 2019-2022 VS30 will use the rear mounting holes. The cross member brackets should self-align with the appropriate mounting holes. 10) Insert the 7/16-14 x 1.5” long carriage bolts from the bottom and start the nylock nuts. Again, be sure to use a washer under the nut. a.
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15) If 4010 engine skid plate is being installed simultaneously, refer to those instructions to complete installation. 16) Torque any other engine skid plate hardware loosened for installation. Torque specifications / order as follows: a. M8-1.25 x 25mm flat head socket cap screws – 15 ft-lbs (20 N.m) b. 3/8-16 Carriage bolts – 20 ft-lbs (27 N.m) 17) Double check all torque specs after 100 miles of driving.
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