Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Pull Wire (Provided)
Fastener Kit: 75690F
Wrenches: 11/16", 7/8"
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11/16" 7/8"
Drill Bits: None
1
Qty. (1)
U-Bolt 3/8-16
2
Qty. (2)
Flat Washer 3/8"
3
Qty. (2)
Lock Washer 3/8"
4
Qty. (2)
Hex Nut 3/8-16
1.
Lower exhaust by disconnecting rubber exhaust hangers from exhaust, two places rear of muffler and one place forward of muffler, near rear axle.
Bend the exhaust hanger pins to lower exhaust ½".
Note: Rubber exhaust hanger must be attached to hanger rod welded on vehicle frame before hitch is installed. Hitch side bracket will prevent
access to hanger rod after installation. Therefore, it is recommended to remove rubber exhaust hanger from muffler end instead.
access to hanger rod after installation Therefore it is recommended to remove rubber exhaust hanger from muffler end instead
2.
If necessary, enlarge forward access hole, each side, to allow fishwiring of carriage bolt and spacer block.
3.
Fishwire ½-13 carriage bolt and spacer block through access holes and down through rearward hole, both sides of vehicle.
4.
Fishwire ½-13 carriage bolt and spacer block through access hole and back down through same hole (see figure 2)
5.
Raise hitch into position, being careful not to push fasteners back into frame. Loosely install conical toothed washers and nuts.
6.
Center hitch on vehicle and install U-Bolt as shown in Figure 1. Install flat washers, lock washers and nuts onto U-Bolt.
7.
Tighten all fasteners to torque specs below.
8.
Raise exhaust back into position and re-attach rubber exhaust hangers, 3 places, as removed 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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2010 Cequent Performance Products
Installation Instructions
Honda CR-V
Fascia
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Figure 1
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
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ll ½ 13 GR5 f t
Tighten all 3/8-16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 30 Lb.-Ft. (41 N*M)
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
Manufacturer s Rating or
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV3
A. Insert bolt and
block into frame
5
Qty. (4)
Carriage Bolt ½-13 x 1.25 GR5
6
Qty. (4)
Spacer Block ¼ X 1 X 3
7
Qty. (4)
Conical Toothed Washer ½"
8
Qty. (4)
Hex Nut ½-13
ith t
h t 75 Lb Ft (102 N*M)
Sheet 1 of 3
75690N
Part Numbers:
75690
44643
87578
Max Gross
Max Tongue
Trailer WT (LB)
WT (LB)
Do Not Use With Spring Bars
3,500 (1589 Kg.)
350 (159 Kg.)
B. Align block on
C. Pull bolt thru
access hole
block
Figure 3
Fishwiring Procedure
56
Typical
Both Sides
Figure 2
Kink pull wire to keep
Block independent
of bolt
Enlarge this hole to
allow fishwiring
Both Sides
78
Typical Both Sides
4-26-10
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Rev. B