Appearance panel
Toyota Camry shown
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Utility Knife,
Lubricant or soapy water
Fastener Kit: 36540F
Wrenches: 10mm, 12mm, 14mm,17mm, 11/16"
Drill Bits: ½", 1"
9"
1-1/2"
2"
Figure 3
Appearance panel trim
B. Align block
A. Insert bolt and
on access hole
Block into frame
Figure 2
1 1 1 1
Qty. (4)
Hex Bolt M10 X 1.25 X 40 CL8.8
2 2 2 2
Qty. (5)
Conical Washer 3/8"
3 3 3 3
Qty. (2)
Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 X 1.5 GR5
4 4 4 4
Qty. (2)
.915 X 3.000 X 10GA Spacer
Note: There are different appearance panels, due to different models. Some vehicles will require no trimming of appearance panel.
Note: on newer models remove vehicle support bracket if present and return to owner.
1.
Remove appearance panel if the panel covers the drivers side frame rails. Trim or remove panel as shown, obtain Vehicle Owner's approval before trimming.
Note; if panel is not reinstalled there will be a ¾"-1" gap between hitch and fascia. See Figure 3.
2.
Lower exhaust by removing two bolts at exhaust hanger bracket, and remove rubber isolator on the forward side of the exhaust. Spraying a lubricant or soapy
water on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps removal. Remove the rubber isolator from the muffler leaving them attached to the exhaust hanger
bracket. On vehicles with dual exhaust repeat process on both sides.
3.
Remove heat shield.
4.
Raise hitch into position over exhaust pipes and install M10 hex bolts. Exhaust hanger bracket not necessary at this step. (If installing on the Hybrid model,
there is a battery bracket on the passenger side of the vehicle and instead of drilling a hole in the frame simply remove the rearmost bolt from the
bracket attached to the frame and attach hitch using the supplied M8 x 40mm hex bolt. Drilling is still required on the driver's side of the vehicle.)
5.
Using the hitch as a template mark and center punch the (2) holes on both sides. Drill ½" pilot hole both sides.
6.
Lower hitch and drill 1" hole in frame rail. Mark and drill heat shield for the 7/16 Carriage bolt using the frame rail as template.
7.
Reinstall appearance panel.
8.
Insert carriage bolt and spacer as shown leaving pull wire attached. See Figure 2.
9.
Raise hitch into position threading the pullwire through the bracket. Install M10 bolts as shown on driver's side. Remove pullwire and install conical washers
and nuts on passenger side. Install the exhaust hanger bracket on the passenger side, then remove pullwire and install conical washers and nuts on driver's side.
See Figure 1.
10. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specification.
11. Reinstall the heat shield/s using M6 bolt as needed.
12. Raise exhaust back into position.
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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Installation Instructions
Toyota Camry
Fascia
Toyota Avalon
(Sold separately)
Drawbar Kit:
36071
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Toyota Camry install
2 2 2 2
11"
1 1 1 1
Figure 1
C. Pull bolt
thru block
Forward
page 1
page 2
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
3500 LB (1589 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Note: Fasteners
5 5 5 5
typical both
6 6 6 6
sides of hitch.
Existing weld nuts
Frame rail
Exhaust hanger
bracket
5 5 5 5
Qty. (2)
Conical Washer 7/16"
6 6 6 6
Qty. (2)
Hex Nut 7/16-14
7 7 7 7
Qty. (1)
Hex Bolt, M8-1.25 x 50 CL10.9
8 8 8 8
Qty. (2)
Hex Bolt M6 X 1.0 X 40
Tighten all 7/16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M8 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 27 Lb.-Ft. (37 N*M)
Tighten all M10 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 38 Lb.-Ft. (52 N*M)
Sheet 1 of 6
36540N
Part Numbers:
36540
90031
06160
Manufacturer's Rating or
Wiring Access Location: PC3 & 4
3 3 3 3
Vehicle
4 4 4 4
support
bracket
1" hole to be
drilled both sides
Battery bracket
connection point-
Hybrid Only
8 8 8 8
10-9-15
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Heat
shield
Rev. C