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.
Fastener Kit: 76154F
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
1.
Remove tow hook brackets –
Using a 17mm socket, remove factory tow hook brackets (if present) by removing (10) M12 flange head bolts. Return bolts & brackets
to vehicle owner
. See Figure 2. NOTE:
For vehicles without factory tow hook brackets, it may be necessary to clean the existing weldnuts in frame using a wire brush
or compressed air.
2.
Install hitch
– Raise the hitch into position, raising the passenger’s side hitch bracket above the exhaust first, then raise the driver’s side into position. Using the
supplied hardware, install the M12 bolts, conical toothed washers, and hardened flat washers as shown.
See Figure 1.
3.
Tighten all M12 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 76 Lb.-Ft. (103 N*m)
①
Qty. (10)
Bolt M12 X 1.25 X 40 CL10.9
Part no. 04263040
②
Qty. (6)
Conical washer ½
Part no. 01292008
③
Qty. (4)
Flat Washer ½ (Hardened)
Part no. 3306QAD
Teeth side
Against hitch
Conical Washer
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 76154, 84154, CQT76154
3
①
②
Rear
Figure 1
1
①
②
①
②
Fasteners
typical
both sides
1
3
Figure 2
Factory tow
hook bracket
Both sides
Existing weldnuts
(10) Places