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Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Fishwire carriage bolts through slots
in frame – see Figure 3
2500 and 3500
frame rail
1. Raise hitch into position by moving hitch forward to clear bumper mounting bolts and then sliding hitch rearward into position aligning rearmost holes in hitch with
rearmost hole in frame rail, and hole in side of hitch bracket with slot in vertical bumper bracket, as shown. Center hole in hitch side bracket will line up with existing hole in
frame rail. Forward most hole, each side must be drilled.
2. Install hex bolt and flat washer thru hole in hitch side bracket into slot in bumper bracket, each side (see figures 1 and 5). See Figure 1 for proper hole. Secure with 1/4
x 1-1/2 x 2 block, lock washers and nuts. See figures 1 and 5 for fastener orientation. NOTE: If necessary, install 3/8 x 1-1/2 x 3 block between hitch side bracket and
vertical bumper bracket as shown in Figure 1.
3. Using hitch as a template, drill forward holes in frame rail, each side.
4. Slide/push 1/4 x 2.00 x 2.00 blocks and 1/4 x 1-1/2 x 3-1/2 blocks thru end of frame between frame spacer and vehicle crossmember and align with holes in hitch side
bracket (see Figure 2). Fishwire carriage bolts through slot in frame rail and down thru blocks and side brackets (see Figures 3 and 4). Secure with lock washers and
nuts. NOTE: On some models it may be possible to install rearmost carriage bolt thru end of vehicle crossmember and down thru block and frame rail into side brackets,
each side.
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: 45518, 45718
Hole to be drilled
Hole to be drilled
Push 1/4" blocks
thru end of frame.
See Figure 2*
*If bolts do not install, rotate block 1/4 or 1/2 turn.
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all 9/16-12 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 120 Lb.-Ft. (163 N*M)
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
1500 frame rail
Use this hole
for 1500 models
Use this hole
for 2500/3500 models
Figure 1
Sheet 3 of 12
Fastener Kit: 45518F
Carriage bolt
1
(6)
1/2-13 x 1.75 GR5
Hex bolt
2
(2)
9/16-12 x 2.00 GR5
Lock washer
3
(6)
1/2"
Hex nut
4
(6)
½-13
Lock washer
5
(2)
9/16"
Hex nut
6
(2)
9/16-12
Flat washer
7
(2)
9/16"
Block
8
(2)
1/4 x 1-1/2 x 3-1/2
Block
9
(2)
3/8 x 1-1/2 x 3
Block
10
(2)
1/4 x 1-1/2 x 2
Block
11
(2)
1/4 x 2 x 2
Qty. (6) Fishwire ½-13
45518N
6-15-16
Rev. A
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