CENTER SECTION
M16 X 2.0 CL10.9
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NOTE:
General assembly - loosely install side brackets on vehicle (this page); install center section assembly and
tighten all fasteners to proper specifications (page 1)
07-12 DODGE / STERLING 3500, 4500, 5500 CAB AND CHASSIS ONLY (34" FRAME)
1. Fuel tank location varies per vehicle. Center fuel tank between frame rails
2. Raise and clamp hitch side brackets into position, by centering forward attachment between suspension
reinforcement and flush with outside of frame rail.
3. Using the side bracket as a template, mark the frame at the center of each attachment hole.
Warning; Do not drill into fuel or electrical lines, take appropriate precaution before step 4.
4. Remove the side bracket and drill 9/16" holes in frame. Hint; a small pilot hole is recommended.
5. Install side bracket loosely with the fasteners shown above.
6. Raise center section of hitch for vehicle requirements. Install center section with (8) 9/16" x 1-3/4" bolts,
washers, and flanged locknuts.
7. Tighten hitch side brackets to center section. Tighten hitch side brackets to truck frame.
DODGE 3500/4500/5500
TRUCK FRAME
RAIL
CAB AND CHASSIS ONLY
M16 X 2.0 BOLT
STERLING 4500/5500
TOOLS REQUIRED
13/16", 7/8" SOCKET
21mm, 24mm SOCKET
11/16" DRILL BIT
TORQUE WRENCH
SAFETY GLASSES
SUSPENSION REINFORCEMENT
(SPRING MOUNT NOT SHOWN)
SIDE BRACKET
SEE FRONT PAGE FOR CENTER
SECTION FASTENERS
M16 X 2.0 CL10.9
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