Fascia
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Metal File
Fastener Kit: 36521F
Wrenches: ¾", 10mm
Drill Bits: ½", 3/8"
Remove plastic plugs
From existing holes
Both sides
Existing 7/8"
Diameter hole
in frame
3/8" dia. Drilled holes
Figure 2
Access hole modification to allow
fishwiring of block and carriage bolt
1 1 1 1
Qty. (2)
Carriage Bolt – ½-13 x 1.75 GR5
Spacer–¼ x 1 x 3 (Square hole for ½" Carriage
2 2 2 2
Qty. (2)
Bolt)
3 3 3 3
Qty. (2)
Carriage Bolt – 7/16-14 X 1.75 GR5
Spacer–¼ x 1 x 3 (Square hole for 7/16" Carriage
4 4 4 4
Qty. (2)
Bolt)
5 5 5 5
Qty. (2)
Conical Washer – ½"
1.
Lower exhaust by disconnecting (5) rubber exhaust hangers from hanger brackets.
2.
Remove forward most heat shield screw from each frame rail and discard.
Note: When hitch is installed, heat shield will be sandwiched between frame rail and hitch
3.
Remove (2) plastic plugs from existing holes in each frame rail as shown above in Figure 1 and discard.
4.
Use 3/8" drill and file to modify forward most hole in each frame rail, as shown in Figure 2, to allow fishwiring of spacers and carriage bolts.
5.
Fishwire spacer and 7/16" carriage bolt thru access hole modified in Step 4 and down thru center hole in each frame rail (see figure 3). Insert
remaining blocks and ½" carriage bolts into access holes and drop back down thru holes, making sure blocks span both sides of hole (see
Figure 4).
6.
Raise hitch into position, being careful not to push fasteners into frame, and secure with conical washers and nuts.
7.
Raise exhaust back into position and reattach exhaust hangers disconnected in step 1.
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
Subaru Forester
Hitch type
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
(Sold separately)
Drawbar Kit:
36061
1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
87
87
87
87
Figure 1
Tighten ½-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 lb.-ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners to 50 lb.-ft. (68 N*M)
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
3500 (1589 Kg)
Wiring Access Location: SUV8
A. Insert bolt and
Block into frame
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
56
56
56
56
87
87
87
87
6 6 6 6
Qty. (2)
Hex Nut – ½-13
7 7 7 7
Qty. (2)
Conical Washer – 7/16"
8 8 8 8
Qty. (2)
Hex Nut – 7/16-14
9 9 9 9
Qty. (2)
Pull wire – ½"
Qty. (2)
Pull wire – 7/16"
Sheet 1 of 3
36521N
Part Numbers:
36521
90222
06150
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
300 (158 Kg)
B. Align block on
access hole
C. Pull bolt thru
block
Figure 4
1 1 1 1
Fishwiring Procedure
2 2 2 2
Modify this hole - both
sides to allow fishwiring-
See figure 2
56
56
56
56
Figure 3
Kink pull wire to keep
Spacer independent of bolt
10-9-15
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Rev. B