Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
2" [50.8]
6" [152.4]
Figure 4
Panel trim
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1.
Remove appearance panels on both side near the wheel well and covering the frame rails, remove (2) hex nuts (M10 socket) on bottom of the frame rail and (2) hex nuts with a (M5.5 socket) at the bottom of the
frame rail. Both sides. Will need to trim or remove once hitch is in place.
2.
Lower the exhaust at the rubber isolators on both sides of the exhaust. Support the exhaust to prevent damage to the vehicle. Note: Spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod and the rubber
isolator helps removal.
3.
Feed the coiled end of the pull wire through rearward hole and out the access hole. Attach spacer and carriage bolt onto pull wire and feed the fasteners into location through the hole. Leave pull wires attached.
Repeat the same process on the both frame rails. Note: it may be easier to install the carriage bolt head first. Repeat with the forward holes. Both frame rails. Note: carriage bolt tight fit into access hole may be
necessary to use a file or wrench to open access hole . See figure 3.
4.
Pull the pull wire with fasteners into location through the hole. Leave pull wires attached. Repeat the same process on both frame rails. Push the fasteners back into the frame rails with the pull wire attached, to
allow the hitch to go into position. See figure 2
5.
Raise the hitch into position, feeding the end of the pull through the holes in the hitch. Then pull the fasteners back through the frame rails and hitch brackets. Repeat the same process on both frame rails.
6.
Feed conical washer over pull wire, using the washer to hold the bolt in place remove the pull wires and attach the hex nut. Tighten to hold hitch in place, repeat with all fasteners.
7.
Hitch will tend to slant at a slight angle downward, push hitch straight up into frame and tighten hitch.
8.
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
9.
Raise exhaust back into position, spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod. Working on one side at a time. Note: the entire rubber isolator can move on the metal rod to re-install the exhaust it
will be necessary to push the rubber isolator toward the outside, while attaching the remaining metal rod back into position.
10. Trim appearance panel removed in step 1 or return to owner. Obtain owner permission before trimming. With the marker mark out the area to be trimmed, then using the utility knife trim the area. See figure 4.
Re-install appearance panel
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
PART NUMBERS: 75214, 87684, 44766
Fastener Kit: 75214 F
Figure 2
Oblong access hole
2''
Figure 1
Wrench
File
Figure 3
Printed in Mexico
Teeth side against
①
hitch
②
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides
3''
Rear
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Sheet 3 of 18
①
Qty. (4)
②
Qty. (4)
③
Qty. (4)
④
Qty. (4)
⑤
Qty. (4)
Frame rails
Access
Hole
③
④
independent of bolt
Example of pull wire procedure
⑤
75214NP
Carriage bolt
½-13 x 1.75 GR5
Spacer
.250 x 1 x 3
Conical washer
½''
Het Nut
½ -13 GR2
Pull wire
½-13
Kink Pull wire to
keep spacer
6-11-15
Rev. B