Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Figure 1
Step Bumper
Mounting bracket
Figure 2
1. Remove step bumper from vehicle, by removing (2) lower bolts from step bumper bracket, both sides. Make sure to disconnect electrical wiring for reverse
sensors (if equipped). See Figure 1.
2. Remove step bumper mounting brackets from vehicle and return to vehicle owner. See Figure 2.
3. Raise hitch into position aligning holes in hitch with existing holes in frame rails. Loosely install the M12 hex bolts, hardened flat washers, conical toothed washers,
and hex nuts. See Figure 3 and Figure 5.
4. Tighten all M12-1.75 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68Lb.-Ft. (92N*M).
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
5. Reinstall the step bumper by attaching bumper to the hitch using existing factory hardware. See Figure 4.
6. Tighten all step bumper fasteners with torque wrench to 38 Lb.-Ft. (52 N*M).
7. Reconnect all electrical wiring for reverse sensors (if equipped).
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.
©2017 Cequent™ Performance Products, Inc. - Printed in Mexico
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 76114, 84114
Fasteners
typical
both sides
Step
Bumper
Reinstall step bumper
To hitch using factory
mounting bolts
Step
Bumper
Figure 4
Rear
Figure 3
Hitch
Bracket
Sheet 3 of 9
Fastener Kit: 76114F
①
Qty. (10)
Hex Bolt
M12-1.75 x 40 , CL8.8
②
Qty. (10)
Hardened Flat Washer
1/2''
③
Qty. (10)
Conical Toothed Washer
1/2"
4
Qty. (10)
Hex Nut
M12-1.75 CL8
①
②
③
④
Conical washer
Against hitch
①
③
②
④
76114N
1-23-17
Frame
rail
Conical washer
Against hitch
Conical Washer
Teeth side
Against hitch
Figure 5
Rev. A