Frame
Muffler
V-6 Fascia
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Fastener Kit: 24863F
Wrenches/Sockets: 13mm, 11/16
Drill Bits: None
Other Tools: Universal joint
& extension, spray lubricant.
Large access hole in
bottom of frame for
fish-wiring bolts
with blocks.
1
2
3
4
Carriage Bolt, 7/16"-14 x 1-1/2"
Qty. (4)
1
Block, 7/8" x 1-1/2", with square hole
Qty. (4)
2
Conical Toothed Washer, 7/16"
Qty. (4)
3
1.
Lower vehicle exhaust by removing muffler metal tangs out of rubber exhaust hangers at rear of vehicle, See Picture 1. next
page. Also loosen strap bolts holding exhaust together in front of muffler both sides. Rotate mufflers downward so that you have
access to round holes in bottom of frame for fish-wiring bolts in place. See Picture 2. next page.
2.
Fish-wire carriage bolts with blocks up through round access hole in bottom of frame and out through holes on outside of frame,
both sides of vehicle. Push end of bolts back inside frame and leave bolt leader wire ends sticking out.
See Picture 3. next page.
3.
Raise hitch into position above tailpipes with hitch tubing pushing muffler hangers upward. Locate hitch frame brackets on
outside of frame, being careful to guide bolt leader wire ends through slots in hitch frame brackets as you raise and locate
brackets in place.
4.
Pull ends of carriage bolts through vehicle frame and hitch brackets and loosely install conical toothed washers and hex nuts.
Make sure carriage bolts engage with square hole in block as you pull bolts through frame.
5.
On V-6 models pull hitch rearward as far as possible to allow for more muffler clearance.
6.
Torque hex nuts both sides of vehicle to specifications below.
7.
Raise mufflers back in to position and insert metal muffler tangs through rubber hangers both sides. Tighten strap bolts holding
exhaust together in front of mufflers. Note! To allow more clearance with bottom of hitch frame brackets and top of tailpipes you
can twist muffler and tailpipe around before tightening bolts.
Note: check hitch frequently, making sure all fasteners and ball are properly tightened. If hitch is removed, plug all holes in trunk pan or other body panels to
prevent entry of water and exhaust fumes. A hitch or ball which has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Observe safety precautions when working
beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
This product complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5
and SAE J684.
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2010 , 2011, 2015 Cequent Performance Products – Printed in Mexico
Installation Instructions
Tailpipe
All models including V-6, V-6 Premium, GT 5.0 Liter, GT- Premium,
GT/California-Special & Shelby GT500 5.4 Liter
Drawbar Kit:
3594
Drawbar must be used in the
V-8, GT Fascia
Rise position only.
It may help to have (2)
people when raising hitch
into place so that you don't
push ends of bolt leaders
back into frame.
Insert large coiled end of Bolt
Leaders through attachment holes in
5
outside of frame and out through large
access hole. Insert coiled end through
block and screw on to bolt. You are
now ready to pull assembly through
frame and leave ends of Bolt Leaders
sticking out a couple of inches.
Tighten 7/16"-14 x 1-1/2" Carriage Bolts with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Ford Mustang
And convertible models of the above.
(Sold separately)
Vehicle frames
cut-away to
show detail
Hex Nut, 7/16"-14
Qty. (4)
4
Bolt Leader, 7/16" (one extra)
5
Qty. (5)
Sheet 1 of 6
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Wiring Access Location: PC3, PC4
Carriage bolts with
blocks shown in place
inside of frame.
Fasteners typical,
both sides of vehicle.
This is a magnified
view of a Bolt Leader
24863N
10-07-15
Part Numbers:
24863
60280
77238
24843
(U-Haul)
Rev. D