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Step 5:
Place the Cross tube in the square holes and secure to the side plates using
1/2-13 x 2 Bolts making sure that the threads are facing towards the
outside of the vehicle. It will be necessary to use a hammer or mallet to
seat the bolts into the holes. Do not use the nuts to pull the bolts into
place. Use a
1/2” Split Lock Washer and 1/2
-13 Grade 8 Hex Nut to secure
the bolts.
Figure 5.1 (Frame Not Shown for Clarity, Passenger Side)
Torque all 1/2” hardware to 75 ft
-lbs
Torque the factory hitch mounting bolts to 100 ft-lbs, making sure that the
hitch is centered in the vehicle.
1/2-13
Grade 8
Hex Nut
1/2-13 x 1 3/4
Rib Neck Bolt
1/2” Split Lock
Washer
